Stapleton and Northfield. Urban trails connect the parks and residential areas to village-like shopping areas. In fact, 30% of the land in this idyllic suburban neighborhood is preserved for parks and open space, highlighted by Central Park, where dogs, joggers, cyclists, and rollerbladers can be found on paths virtually any day of the week. Biking and hiking paths also connect the area to the 17,000-acre Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, where a plethora of wildlife roams the plains east of downtown. It’s not unusual to spot golden eagles soaring in the skies above and bison wandering the wilderness. The neighborhood is also home to the newly christened Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, an 18,000-seat stadium surrounded by a fully lit 24-field professional soccer complex. It is considered the most state-of-the-art stadium and field complex in the world and is home to the 2010 MLS Cup Champions the Colorado Rapids. The pedestrian streets and fountains at The Shops at Northfield Stapleton offer a relaxed, outdoor shopping experience, with 18 movie theaters, sidewalk cafes, and more. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, Northfield Stapleton may be just what you’re looking for.

Bass Pro Shop 720-385-3600 7970 E. Northfield Blvd. Denver, 80238 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Outdoor Recreation/Outfitters, Sporting Goods

Best Western PLUS Denver Hotel 303-388-6161 3737 Quebec St. Denver, 80207 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer Club 303-727-3500 6000 Victory Way Commerce City, 80022 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Sports, Professional

Courtyard by Marriott at Stapleton 303-333-3303 7415 E 41st Ave. Denver, 80216 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Extended Stay, Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

Dick's Sporting Goods Park 303-727-3500 6000 Victory Way Commerce City, 80022 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Event Facilities, Sports Venues

Doubletree by Hilton Denver - Stapleton 303-321-3333 3203 Quebec St. Denver, 80207 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

Holiday Inn Denver East-Stapleton 303-321 3500 3333 Quebec St. Denver, 80207 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

La Sandía Cantina 303-753-6003 8340 Northfield Blvd., Unit 1690 Denver, 80238 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Mexican

Northfield Stapleton 303-375-5475 8340 Northfield Blvd. Management Office, Ste. 2600 Denver, 80238 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Malls | Outlets | Shopping Centers

Red Lion Hotel Denver Central 303-321-6666 4040 Quebec St. Denver, 80216 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

Renaissance Denver Hotel 303-399-7500 3801 Quebec St. Denver, 80207 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels

Texas de Brazil 720-374-2100 8390 Northfield Blvd. Ste. 1800 Denver, 80238 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Brazilian, Event Facilities, Steak Houses

Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill 303-577-TOBY (8629) 8260 Northfield Blvd., Ste. 1370 Denver, 80238 Visit Website East Metro/Airport American, Dance Clubs, Live Music, Western Theme

Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum 303-360-5360 x104 7711 E. Academy Blvd. Hangar 1 Denver, 80230 Visit Website East Metro/Airport Event Facilities, Museums