Denver
Denver sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains, offering easy access to outdoor adventure. The city has a growing arts and brewery scene. It’s perfect for both city life and nature.
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Red Rocks Amphitheatre
World-famous open-air amphitheater built into dramatic red sandstone formations west of Denver.
Denver Union Station
Historic transportation hub and gathering place in Lower Downtown with rail, bus, dining, and public spaces.
Denver Art Museum
Major art museum featuring extensive collections and a distinctive modern architecture campus.
Coors Field
Home ballpark of the Colorado Rockies located in Denver's LoDo district.
Empower Field at Mile High
Large football stadium and major event venue in central Denver.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Large urban botanic garden featuring native and international plant collections.
Colorado State Capitol
Historic capitol building at the east end of Colfax Avenue with views from its dome.
16th Street Mall
Pedestrian-friendly downtown corridor known for shops, restaurants, and transit access.
Larimer Square
Historic block in downtown Denver known for preserved 19th-century buildings and nightlife.
Civic Center Park
Central downtown park bordered by major civic buildings and used for festivals and public events.
'I See What You Mean' (the Blue Bear) at the Colorado Convention Center
'I See What You Mean' is a 40-foot-tall blue fiberglass-and-steel sculpture by artist Lawrence Argent installed outside the Colorado Convention Center in 2005; it is widely known…
13th Step Mile-High Marker at the Colorado State Capitol
A bronze marker embedded in the 13th step of the Colorado State Capitol marks an elevation of exactly one mile (5,280 feet) above sea level. The marker is the origin of Denver's n…
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