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Explore Denver

With 300 days of sunshine, a walkable downtown, thriving arts and culture, an award-winning culinary scene, and the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, Denver offers an affordable mix of urban sophistication and outdoor adventure.

There are 200 named peaks visible from Denver, including 32 that soar to 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) and above. The mountain panorama visible from Denver is 140 miles (225 km) long.

Denver has always been known for great steak houses, but more and more creative, young chefs have established innovative eateries here, making Denver's local offerings a feast rivaling any city.

The biggest surprise for visitors to Denver is the climate. The arid conditions bring only 8 to 15 inches of annual precipitation and locals wake up to more than 300 days of sunshine a year....

You can't have bragging rights from a Denver vacation until you see these sights. Warning: it may take more than one visit! Here are some of Denver's Mile High Must-Sees, arranged by location.