Springtime In the Rockies
mswagner
Lived in Denver for 15 Years
1 May 2006
based on 4 votes
Springtime is the Right Time for Fun in Denver - A List for City Goers and Nature Lovers
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Explore locations featured in this Traveler List:
Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park
- Category: Perfect weekend
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Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Shopping, Active/Outdoors, Repeat visitors, Sports buffs
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Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Singles, Families with teenagers, Students, Active/adventure, Tourists
- Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Tags: Shopping, Nightlife, Hiking, Nature, Historic Areas
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Ave price:
$170
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Historic hotel half-block from Union Station downtown, located in the heart of LoDo and downtown restaurnats, nightclubs and shopping. Hop on the free 16th Street Mall Bus for transportation around the area. The hotel features wonderful spa services and a great restuarant - McCormick's. |
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| Within walking distance to hotel, another restored historic area with Comedy Works comedy club (featuring nationally known acts), upscale shopping and hip restaurants and bars. Italian, Mexican, American and French cuisine within one block radius. |
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| 1940's Style Lounge, Super Hip, Super Beautiful People. Known for their Lemon Drop Martinis. |
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4. Rocky Mountain National Park
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Beautiful park for camping, hiking or springtime drive. Miles and miles of unspoiled, mountainous beauty. On the way to the park stop for lunch at the historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park - where The Shining was filmed. |
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5. Colorado Rockies Baseball Game
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| Not the greatest baseball team, but a beautiful stadium in a historic setting with gorgeous weather just can't be beat. Enjoy a Coors beer while basking in the sun and then kick up your heels afterwards in LoDo. |
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| Large, multi-block historic area surrounding Coors Baseball Field. Filled with loft residences, shops, restaurants and bars. Look for the bars and restaurants that have roof top seating so you can soak up the sun and join the crowds enjoying the day. |
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7. Fourth Story Restaurant
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| Perfect spot for Sunday Brunch with a beautiful view of the city. Located atop the Tattered Cover Bookstore. Delicious gourmet food, great service and wonderul ambiance. |
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| Blocks and blocks of funky, artsy shops and eateries from upscale to casual. Stop by the Three Dog Bakery to bring back a treat for your furry friend, shop at the Whole Foods Market for gourmet, healthy, organic foods. Wrap it all up with a trip to the Cherry Creek Mall, featuring Saks Fifth Avenue. Neiman Marcus and other upscale shoppping. |
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9. Tattered Cover Bookstore
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| Rrelax and wind down after your day of shopping by perusing the thousands and thousands of books in this multi-story location while enjoying a cup of their specailty brewed coffee. |
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