Denver, Colorado
Denver, Colorado is an exciting year-round destination passionate about its rich western heritage and full of urban adventures!
Where is Denver, Colorado?
Denver is known as the gateway to the best of Western USA’s national parks. You will find Denver in the north of Colorado at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Known as the ‘Mile High City’ Denver sits at an elevation of 5280 feet, a mile above sea level, and has phenomenal views that surround it.
What’s in Denver, Colorado?
Get outdoors in Denver, Colorado. With the Rocky Mountains as you step outside, you won’t be short of spectacular beauty and old west history. Red Rocks amphitheatre is a vibrant music venue. It is also a local favourite for hiking amongst the giant boulders. Nearby Rocky Mountain National Park is packed with wildlife and incredible vistas. You can visit beautiful buildings such as the State Capitol building where you can take a tour, or Union Station and admire the stunning architecture. The Mile High City is full of museums. Visit one of these including the Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum or the Molly Brown House where you can absorb the history. Denver is easily walkable and you can also get from each neighbourhood to the next using Denver B-cycle, the city’s bike-sharing programme. Visit Larimer Square with red brick victorian buildings that will take you back in time.
When is the best time to visit Denver, Colorado?
From April to May, and September to November sees some of the preferred temperatures when visiting Denver, Colorado, but to be truthful, it really is a year-round destination! With 300 annual days of sunshine, what more can you ask for?
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