Who says you have to leave town to feel like you’ve gotten away? A staycation in downtown Denver is your chance to break out of the everyday without packing a bag or booking a flight. You already know how vibrant and beautiful this city is, but when was the last time you gave yourself permission to…
Hiking with kids, particularly small ones, can be a challenge. Check out these hikes that are not far from the city, ranging from easy to a bit more challenging. They have excellent views and an abundance of wildlife. Some Great Hikes Close to Denver for Kids Bluff Lake Nature Center Only minutes…
With its abundance of sunshine, Denver is a gardener’s paradise. Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., the son of the famed designer of New York’s Central Park, helped design Washington Park (known locally as Wash Park), which is consistently picked by residents as their favorite. The long, rectangular park…
It’s time for the two of you to get away. Whether it’s a trip for pure relaxation, wining and dining or one that sprinkles in attractions, concerts and outdoor recreation, Denver has a grand variety of options for romantic vacations. If it’s more of a date night kind of thing while visiting family…
When it comes to sustainable travel, few places do it better or greener than the Mile High City. Denver made National Geographic’s 2021 list of sustainable destinations, thanks to its support of solar power and bike lanes, as well as the city’s Certifiably Green Denver program. While businesses all…
If hiking the Colorado Trail is on your bucket list, Waterton Canyon near Denver is the perfect place to begin. This scenic stretch follows the South Platte River in Littleton and is popular year-round for hiking, biking and fishing. It also marks the official starting point of the Colorado Trail…
Looking to make a splash in the Mile High City? With 300 days of sunshine a year and prime rooftop weather from summer to fall, Denver is basically made for rooftop pools — and several hotels in downtown and Cherry Creek have delivered. Whether you’re craving skyline views with your soak or just…
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…
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…
Coloradans are always seeking out the next best adventure. If you’ve already crossed whitewater rafting, rock climbing, alpine sliding, and fourteener summitting off your summer bucket list, then we’ve got a new challenge for you to tackle: a via ferrata. The Italian phrase, which loosely translates…
