All around Denver, you'll find rooftop patios providing the perfect perches for admiring the skyline, vast green spaces and Rocky Mountains. While you're enjoying the views, sample Denver’s rising culinary profile with a margarita or a beer, and maybe a burger or some nachos as the sun sets…
Hundreds of exciting adventures for the whole family can be found near the Denver metro area. If you’re planning a hike with young ones, Colorado Mountain Club’s “The Best Front Range Hikes for Children” guidebook details 46 hikes that vary in difficulty that you can find in the Denver, Boulder…
Denver's spring and summer months are packed with free things to do like strolling through the city's vast park system, checking out rock 'n' roll memorabilia at Rockmount Ranch Wear, looking for vivid street art, going on a Great Divide Brewery tour, hiking at Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre or…
Whether you’re looking for world-class museums, live concerts or outdoor fun, Denver is the perfect spot for your next spring or summer getaway. On top of that, the city has amazing cuisine from every corner of the globe and the freshest local ingredients. With blue skies and tons of sunshine, it’s…
Bluff Lake Nature Center is an excellent place to relax, recharge and experience nature only minutes from the city. The family-friendly wildlife refuge features walking trails, an abundance of native plants and it’s one of the best birdwatching sites along the Front Range. It also has an important…
Up in the foothills, only 20 minutes from Denver, there's a famous natural landmark where dinosaurs have a story to tell. It’s the perfect family-friendly excursion where learning is fun During the Cretaceous Period, or 145 million to 66 million years ago, Denver was beachfront property. Back then…
Fall is an exceptionally wonderful time to visit Denver with crisp air, mild weather and tons of things to see and do from cultural festivals to outdoor fun. What makes the Mile High City truly special is that it has one of the longest periods of fall colors of any city in the country. That's…
Birding can be a valuable introduction to nature and ecology for children. Birds are not as elusive as other wildlife and can be viewed safely. Combined with your favorite hiking spots, it can be a welcomed addition to a day out on the trails. Bring a bird identification guide and encourage kids to…
Denver is a magical place to visit in wintertime, especially during the holidays. The city is the cultural capital of the Rocky Mountain region while the mountains offer world-class skiing and snowboarding. For a truly mind-blowing and immersive experience, make Denver your winter basecamp and mix…
Enjoy the best Denver has to offer this winter without stretching your budget. The Mile High City is packed with free festivals, attractions and activities that will keep you busy all season long from the holidays into the new year! See more free events and activities year-round. Arvada Winterfest…
