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Welcome to the Mile High City, where the Wild West meets the urban frontier, where towering peaks collide with the desert plains. Rising from the dust of gold, Denver is a vibrant city, home to
 Emerald jewel of Capitol Hill |
8th Ave & Franklin Street Denver, CO 80206 United States |
This park, which once served as a Denver cemetery in the late 1800s, features a west facing marble acropolis that offers incredible mountain views and opens onto the beautiful grounds of the park, which includes the Denver Botanic Gardens. A large open lawn comprises the mid-section of this neighborhood park, making it ideal for lounging, walking the dog, or soaking up one of Colorado's 300 days of sun. Runners jam the footpaths that circle the park. A small playground for kids hides in a grove of trees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come to explore |
2121 Children's Museum Drive Denver, CO 80211 United States +1 303 433 7444 http://www.mychildsmuseum.org |
This is a place where a child's natural urge to experience the world hands-on comes together with art and science projects, building materials and imagination. The Museum includes nine interactive Playscapes including the CMD Fire Station #1, My Market, Center for the Young Child, Under My Feet and Over My Head, The Assembly Plant, Making the Team, Arts a la Carte, Around the Block, and Alphabet Soup. There are also several programs, activities and special events held throughout the year. Check the Museum's website for a complete listing of upcoming events. Admission: USD7 for ages 1-59, USD5 for 59+, and kids under 1 are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colorful lights with Colorado history |
1437 Bannock Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 720 865 7500 |
During December and through the National Western Stock Show, this building, built in 1932, boasts one of the country's finest and largest illumination displays. More than five miles of electrical wire suspend over 20,000 lights over the building's facade. The opulent building, along with numerous boulevards and parks, including Civic Center Park, added to Mayor Robert Speer's City Beautiful vision to create a Paris on the plains. In honor of the popular mayor, who served a series of terms in the early 1900s, the Tower Clock atop the City and County Building chimes every quarter hour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baseball, Mile High style |
2001 Blake Street Denver, CO 80205 United States +1 303 762 5437 http://www.coloradorockies.com |
Major League Baseball's announcement of National League expansion came in 1985. Colorado then began a long and patient campaign, and in July of 1991 Denver managed to snag one of the two expansion franchises. Thus, the Colorado Rockies were born. The team played its first regular season in 1993 at Mile High Stadium. Two years later the Rockies set a record by being the first expansion team ever to reach post-season play prior to their ninth year of play. April to October Games are great family outings, especially in Coors Field. Tickets are readily available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colorado's famed building |
200 East Colfax Ave. (at Broadway) Denver, CO 80203 United States +1 303 866 2604 http://www.milehighcapitol.org/ |
While the gilded dome of this building may attract the attention of visitors, the history and stunning architectural features inside holds their real interest. Standing precisely one mile above sea level, its observation deck offers impressive views of Denver, the Rocky Mountains and the surrounding plains. You can get your fill of local history by scanning the murals on the first floor and the onyx busts of Denver's important historical figures. Be sure to also take a tour of the impressive House and Senate chambers. Guided tours are available and admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oasis in the City |
1005 York Street Denver, CO 80206 United States +1 720 865 3500 http://www.botanicgardens.org/ |
These gardens encompass an impressive 21 acres. Specialized gardens offer visitors a variety of botanical experiences. Seek solitude in the sanctuary of the Japanese Garden, overlooking a pond with goldfish and bonsai trees. Reminisce on your childhood with Dr. Suess, Winnie-the-Pooh and other favorite characters in the Storybook Gardens. The Xeriscape Demo Garden and the Rock Alpine Garden are the places to gather ideas for your own backyard. In all there are more than 30 gardens to explore. Admission: May 1-Sept 15: USD8.50 Adults, USD5.50 Seniors (65+), USD5 Students and Youth (4-15). Sep 16-Apr 30: USD7.50 Adults, USD4.50 Seniors, USD4 Students and Youth. Children under 4 are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theater, music and arts |
1101 13th Street Denver, CO 80204 United States +1 303 893 4100 (Box Office) / +1 800 641 1222 (Toll Free) http://www.denvercenter.org/ |
This center has been a hotbed of culture since 1972. The complex consists of two producing divisions, the Denver Center Theatre Company (1998 Tony Award winner for Outstanding Regional Theatre) and Denver Center Productions. The Denver Center Theatre Company is the largest resident regional theatre between Chicago and the West Coast, performing on four stages in the complex. Denver Center Attractions hosts Broadway's top hits and produces cabaret in the Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, the Auditorium Theatre, and the Garner Galleria Theatre. Colorado Symphony Orchestra concerts swell the walls of the Boettcher Concert Hall. The center offers espresso and wine bars, catered events, an on-site restaurant, conference spaces and covered parking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Interactive by nature |
2300 Steele Street (on 23rd Avenue, between Colorado Boulevard and York Street) Denver, CO 80205 United States +1 303 376 4800 http://www.denverzoo.org/ |
Where else can you visit polar ice caps, a tropical forest, the African savanna and a jungle all in one day? The zoo is a state-of-the-art habitat featuring more than 3,500 animals representing 600 species. Visit with sloths, tree frogs, and a moray eel at the indoor 'Tropical Discovery' exhibit. Or wander through the seven-acre 'Primate Panorama Exhibit'. From cold climate penguins to tropical flamingos, 'Bird World' will inspire your appreciation of winged things. It is open 365 days a year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Colorado Pride |
1701 Bryant Street Suite 100 Denver, CO 80204 United States +1 720 258 3333 |
Invesco Field at Mile High is home to the Bronco's of Colorado. It is a world-class stadium built by the owner of the Bronco's team. This field is a high tech version of the Mile High Stadium and Invesco has used state-of-the-art technology to make a better stadium, including making the spectator seats closer to the playing field. If you're interested in taking a tour of the stadium, they are available from Thursdays to Saturdays from 10a-2p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Denver's private university |
2199 South University Boulevard Denver, CO 80210 United States +1 303 871 2000 http://www.du.edu |
The University of Denver is an independent university, not to be mistaken with the University of Colorado at Denver (or "CU Denver"). The majority of this campus stretches across 124 acres of beautifully landscaped terrain and offers a peaceful and relaxing site for touring. Stroll through the campus for an afternoon or evening, and then relax in the shade under one of the many trees that grace the grounds. Browse the bookstore for something interesting to read or a DU souvenir. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Lights at the Zoo |
23rd Street and Steele Street (Denver Zoo) Denver, CO 80205 United States +1 303 376 4800 http://www.denverzoo.org |
This outing at the Denver Zoo is an annual event covering the month of December. Thousands of lights illuminate a path around the zoo and lighted sculptures of animals, many sequenced to make the animals appear to move. Storytelling, carolers, and Santa Claus will make an appearance, but only through Christmas. Roasted chestnuts, traditional kettle corn, hot chocolate and hot cider warm the crowds. Large crowds flock to the festivities, especially on mild evenings and weekends, but the lines move quickly. USD7 adults, USD6 seniors, USD4 children (4-12). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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