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Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

8.4 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,418 per child
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Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥13,557 per adult
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Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour

Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 55 minutes
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥762 per adult
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Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation

Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation

6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is ￥3,808 per adult
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Gaslights, Graves, & Gold: Terrors of Denver Ghost Tour

Gaslights, Graves, & Gold: Terrors of Denver Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,484 per adult
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What to do in Aurora

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Union Station showing heritage architecture, signage and a city

Union Station

You can learn more about the history of Denver when you make a stop at a well-known site like Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Union Station
Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theater scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Colorado Convention Center

Colorado Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening at Colorado Convention Center, a top convention center in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices.

Colorado Convention Center
Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies is a fantastic venue for baseball. Get a seat along first base for spectacular views of the Rocky Mountain front range and sunsets. Sit along the third base for the most shade. Don’t miss a mile high photo op at the 20th row in the 300 section marked by a row of purple seats. #milehighcity #coorsfield #denver #LifeAtExpedia

Coors Field

Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Coors Field
Even if we aren't winning, the view is still breathtaking! #Sunset

Empower Field at Mile High

Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Empower Field at Mile High
Nuggets vs Spurs. Go Spurs Go!!!! This one was one of my best nights ever! Too bad I had to watch spurs playing w the nuggets as local! But we still beat them 😉 yeah!

Ball Arena

Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.

Ball Arena
Denver Zoo which includes zoo animals and marine life

Denver Zoo

This zoo started with a single bear. Now, it’s an award-winning tourist destination housing more than 3,500 animals.

Denver Zoo
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16th Street

You can do some window-shopping at 16th Street during your stay in Denver. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

16th Street
It's always interesting to walk around universities and see the different types of architecture. This is the University of Denver founded in 1864 and the oldest private university in the Rocky Mountain region #trovember

University of Denver

Explore the campus of University of Denver during your stay in Denver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

University of Denver

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Aurora

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Delmar Parkway

If you're spending some time in Delmar Parkway, The Aurora Fox and Vintage Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Delmar Parkway
Flavors of Central Asia at Samarkand restaurant in Denver! Pictured here is Uzbek Plov but we also had Laghman Soup, Manti, Shashlik

Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights

4/5(91 area reviews)

While Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Town Center at Aurora and Aurora Hills Golf Course.

Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights
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Fitzsimons

While you're in Fitzsimons, take in top sights like Fitzsimons Golf Course and jump on the metro at Fitzsimons Station to see more of the city.

Fitzsimons
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North Aurora

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Aurora and surrounding area, you can visit Stanley Marketplace and Denver Zoo.

North Aurora
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Sable Altura Chambers

3.5/5(67 area reviews)

While Sable Altura Chambers isn't home to many top sights, Town Center at Aurora and Aurora Sports Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sable Altura Chambers
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Aurora Hills

When in Aurora Hills, you can plan a visit to Town Center at Aurora and Aurora Hills Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aurora Hills

Popular day trips from Aurora

Beautiful autumn day in Denver showcasing vibrant foliage and serene lakeside park activity

Denver

Englewood

Englewood

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora worth visiting?
Whether you're here to enjoy the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Aurora.
How do I spend a day in Aurora?
Kick your day off with a visit to Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Then, tour different parts of Aurora for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aurora?
Denver Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in Aurora and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Aurora?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city sights, like Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Stanley Marketplace and Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. The average stay in Aurora is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, Denver isn't far away.
Is Aurora a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Aurora. Several attractions, like Stanley Marketplace and The Aurora Fox, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Aurora's neighborhoods, Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Sable Altura Chambers is 2 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Aurora with kids?
Deciding what to do in Aurora with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Aurora for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Aurora, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to National Western Complex or Bellco Theatre.
Are there free things to do in Aurora?
In Aurora, Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is a popular spot for anyone planning to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's an easy way to learn about the best free things to do in Aurora.