Things to Do in Denver

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#1Denver Foothills Explorer

Aspire Tours specializes in dynamic and hand-crafted sightseeing adventures for small groups in the Colorado Rockies. Our local five star guides design immer...

Duration 4h Free Cancellation
4.7 of 5 (92 reviews)
The price now is
¥8,707
per adult
Denver Foothills Explorer

#2Rocky Mountain National Park Full-Day Tour

Overview Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the top National Parks to visit. Wildlife, solitude, and a even more dynamic environment guarantees a unique ...

Duration 6h 45m+ Free Cancellation
4.8 of 5 (384 reviews)
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¥16,421
per traveler
Rocky Mountain National Park Full-Day Tour

#3Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park

Overview Immerse yourself into nature with our full-day Rocky Mountain hiking adventure! As one of the most popular National Parks in the country, RMNP has a...

Duration 7h 15m+ Free Cancellation
5 of 5 (14 reviews)
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¥16,421
per traveler
Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park

#4Breckenridge Mountain Explorer

Overview Escape the city and visit one of the most charming towns in the Rockies on this small group tour. The drive up includes a stop at Red Rocks Amphithe...

Duration 8h Free Cancellation
4.5 of 5 (13 reviews)
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¥13,115
per traveler
Breckenridge Mountain Explorer

#5Denver Haunted Pub Walking Tour - LoDo

Experience a haunting mixture of ghostly sights and pub crawling on this walking tour of Denver. Explore haunted bars and buildings and listen to creepy stor...

Duration 2h 30m Free Cancellation
4.6 of 5 (76 reviews)
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¥2,921
per adult
Denver Haunted Pub Walking Tour - LoDo

#6Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047Meet at the flagpole in front of hi...

Duration 5h Free Cancellation
5 of 5 (3 reviews)
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¥9,368
per adult
Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver

#7Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape

Overview Disconnect for a few hours in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Breathe in fresh mountain air and explore low trafficked areas with stunning views. Tak...

Duration 4h Free Cancellation
4.8 of 5 (22 reviews)
The price now is
¥8,707
per adult
Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape

#8Vespa Scooter Rental - 2 hours with optional extension

Rent a zippy and stylish scooter for a few hours or a whole day to explore downtown Denver at your leisure. Follow suggested route maps or just roll down cit...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
3.7 of 5 (1 review)
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¥10,019
per traveler
Vespa Scooter Rental - 2 hours with optional extension

#9Private Ghosts of Capitol Hill Walking Tour

Get a glimpse into the strange happenings in Denver’s seedy past on this walking tour of Capitol Hill. The stories that Denver’s ghosts and ghouls have to te...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
5 of 5 (2 reviews)
The price now is
¥14,878
per traveler
Private Ghosts of Capitol Hill Walking Tour

#10Ghosts of Capitol Hill Walking Tour

Dive into Denver's spookiest stories and unexplained events on this ghoulish ghost tour of Capitol Hill. Set off on foot to discover the most haunted locatio...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
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¥2,535
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Ghosts of Capitol Hill Walking Tour
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Guide to Exploring around Denver

Denver Zoo

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

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Pikes Peak

The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital. 

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Garden of the Gods

Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.
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Denver Art Museum

This eclectic museum is impressive not only for its vast collection of artwork but as an architectural masterpiece.

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Denver Museum of Nature and Science

You’ll find everything from Ancient Egypt, to dinosaurs, to space travel in a mix of hands-on and informative exhibits. 

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Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater

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

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Denver Botanic Gardens

Designed as an urban oasis, you’ll find a peaceful respite among the hustle and bustle of the Mile High City.

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Children's Museum Of Denver

Education is fun at this top-notch museum built with young children in mind. 

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Dinosaur Ridge

Hundreds of dinosaur footprints and fossils line walking trails, just a short drive from Denver. 

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City Park

Many of Denver’s most popular attractions, including the Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature & Science, are located within this city hub. 

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Butterfly Pavilion

More than 1,600 butterflies free-fly around this attraction just a short drive northwest of Denver. 

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Elitch Gardens Theme Park

This theme park in downtown Denver has been a family-friendly playground for over a century.

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History Colorado Center

Stroll through 10,000 years of the state’s history at this modern, interactive museum.

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Water World

The whole family, from tiny tots to thrill seekers, will enjoy this amusement park with water rides, paddle pools and plenty of thrills.

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Coors Brewery

Visit one of the largest beer breweries in North America, just a short drive from Denver. Take a free tour and enjoy a sample of the local brews.
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Lakeside Amusement Park

This center of fun and thrills hasn’t changed much since the mid-20th century, but that’s part of its charm.

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Eldorado Canyon State Park

One of the most popular rock climbing destinations in the United States is also known for its hiking, fishing and cross-country skiing opportunities.
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Where to stay in Denver

Downtown Denver

Discover Denver is at its most dynamic in this central district, which has cool craft breweries, bars, galleries, boutiques and entertainment venues.

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Denver Tech Center

If you're looking for ample dining options and great live music, Denver Tech Center might be a great stop. You can visit Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre and then jump aboard the metro at Orchard Station or Arapahoe at Village Center Station to get around town.

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Cherry Creek

Abundant dining options and stunning river views are well-reviewed features of Cherry Creek. Make a stop by top sights like Cherry Creek Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.

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LoDo

Take time in LoDo to visit attractions like Union Station and Larimer Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station to see more of the city.

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Capitol Hill

Unique features of Capitol Hill include the museums and bars. Make a stop by Ogden Theater or Molly Brown House Museum while you're exploring the area.

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