Things to do in Denver

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Things to Do in Denver

Top picks: watching a game at Coors Field and visiting the botanic gardens. For day trips, try hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park and catching a gig at Red Rocks.

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From quick jaunts to full-day outings.

Top Attractions in Denver

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What travellers are saying

  • familyis4ever
    Springfield, MO305 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Of course, there was gorgeous fauna and beautiful buildings. I helped organize a wedding here and the staff was absolutely delightful. When we ran into an unexpected storm, they were readily accessible and prepared with a plan for safety.
    Written 6 January 2024
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  • Beth A
    51 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hours of exhibits to wander, with at least 5 large permanent installations and 2 guest exhibits on the top floor. Perfectly suited for adults but geared towards children, and expect many young children and the noise and traffic that comes with on a weekend.
    Written 16 January 2024
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  • James T
    Boston, MA52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Clean and several good restaurants and bars in the immediate area. Morning flight cancelled -- had 10 hours to kill-- took Metro from airport to downtown and back.
    Written 30 January 2024
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  • Cecilia S
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles

    Mount Evans near Denver is a stunning escape into nature. The drive to the summit unveils breathtaking views, and at 14,264 feet, the panorama is simply awe-inspiring. Surrounded by wildlife and alpine beauty, it's a must-visit for nature lovers seeking a quick, unforgettable mountain getaway!!
    Written 26 December 2023
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  • desrlmt
    Denver, CO274 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I couldn't do justice to Denver's Union Station if I had one thousand words to do it. So I'll keep this brief. I've patronized other revived transportation terminals from coast to coast (e.g., Washington DC and San Francisco), and none come close to the ingenious re-use in Denver. Its restaurants could feed you every day for a year without once repeating meals. Its non-food tenants, such as Tattered Cover bookstore, are tied to travel, adventure, and distant destinations. And yet it's still a functioning train station, with prolific signage indicating locations for ticket purchase, train locations, and such. Union Station is a must-see, must-patronize site for anyone seeking a complete Denver experience.
    Written 14 February 2024
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  • Manuel C
    Altamonte Springs, FL34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Such a cool place, we did the AUDIO portion as well as the multi level portion. We were confused on pricing as the non resident shows $22 but the non resident with audio must be $27? Not a big deal, but we did buy online so when we went in it was confusing and didn't ask to get clarification. But when we went upstairs we did see the sign showing this tour wasn't part of the regular tickets. So it may be that.

    Overall we had a blast, too many photos to post, stayed for 3 hours. And we parked on the street which probably saved us money on having to use a parking garage as it was only a one block walk.

    Establishment was clean, well kept, Not all of the people standing to watch over the areas were too friendly as it seemed more like a chore to stand there. But it didn't deter us from having a good time, Lots to see, the audio exhibit area was cool as it was a refreshing upgrade to have that on tour.

    Each level seemed to have endless art and so on. It was a very nice portion of our trip.
    We flew into Denver, ate, then went to the museum to spend some time.
    Written 13 December 2023
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  • Maria 🪷
    Los Angeles, CA108 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I’m not a cold weather person, so I hesitated before a visit to the zoo in February. It was a charming visit, however! The layout is such that you can “go with the flow” without worrying that you’ll miss something or go around in circles. There were plenty of animals despite the chilly weather. The staff is very knowledgable and eager to answer questions about the animals. I’d happily visit again.
    Written 18 February 2024
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  • Jason M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a great tour. Guide was super knowledgeable and fun. She even has a very friendly adorable dog. Definitely know more about whiskey than I did before. Thanks to the great people at Stranahan’s.
    Written 20 February 2024
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  • Olivia L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun! Super fun! Nice lights, went with friends and had fun. Lots of fun! :) funky figures and art too
    Written 22 October 2023
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  • Connector734912
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fascinating gem of a museum and cool local and national history explored there. Fun gift shop. Love seeing a space dedicated to historical women and her lifetime of advocacy!
    Written 22 February 2024
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  • williamjamesiii
    Las Vegas, NV10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The bartender at my hotel in Denver insisted if we had one day to see the mountains we must do the Mount Evans Scenic Byway and SHE WAS RIGHT! You can see for miles and miles, there is the cutest lodge at the bottom and a gorgeous alpine lake along the way. But the best part is the wild goats roaming the summit and parking lot!! The kids loved them. The drive is a little scary so put the best driver in your group forth and white knuckle your way to the top!! It's worth it!!!
    Written 7 February 2024
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  • CharlieinTexas
    Austin, TX4,009 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located on an elevated piece of land close to museums and a nice park. Classic styled Capitol building. Well-maintained grounds. Nice for strolling and people watching.
    Written 17 December 2023
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