Art District on Santa Fe Denver This
multicultural neighborhood, just minutes from downtown, features the
largest concentration of art galleries in Denver. The galleries in the
district are dedicated to promoting public awareness of Santa Fe Drive
as a unique art and cultural district, and furthering the arts and art
education in the Denver metropolitan community. Link
Butterfly Pavilion At the
Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, they have more adventures than you can imagine.
Explore the tropical rainforest where over 1,200 butterflies flutter
around you. Hold a friendly tarantula in the palm of your hand.
Discover what lurks in your very own backyard on a colossal scale.
It's where science, fun and education come together.
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Denver Ocean Journey Aquarium This
world-class aquarium immerses visitors on two journeys, from the
Continental Divide in Colorado to Mexico's Sea of Cortez, the other
from an Indonesian rain forest to the Pacific Ocean. From Colorado's
state fish, the greenback cutthroat trout, to swimming Sumatran
tigers, visitors experience a variety of fish, mammals and birds that
all rely upon water. Link
Denver Botanic Gardens Denver Botanic
Gardens has been a favorite Denver destination for 50 years. Art and
science unite in the gardens’ spectacular 23-acre site, offering an
unforgettable experience for the whole family, as well as a living
laboratory for education and plant conservation programs. Open 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. with extended summer hours. Link
Six Flags
Elitch Gardens Denver. About one hour from Ft Collins.The park
states they are full of world class thrills and adventure. They get a
thumbs up from my kids and grandkids. The park features more than 50
rides, shows and attractions. They also have a tropical water park.
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Forney Museum of Transportation. 4303 Brighton
Blvd Denver. Anything on wheels. Many unique exhibits. Attraction is about a
45 minute drive south of Ft Collins.
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Golden Triangle Arts District Within
walking distance of downtown Denver this unique neighborhood is
Denver’s center for art & culture. The area includes the Denver Art
Museum, Denver Public Library, U.S. Mint, Colorado History Museum,
Byers-Evans House, the Colorado Ballet, Ballet Arts Theatre, Acoma
Center & Curious Theatre Company & over 50 galleries, artist’s
studios, fine restaurants & specialty stores. Link
Lakside Amusement Park One of Colorado's
largest amusement parks fifteen kiddie rides, 39 adult rides includes
a classic wooden coaster and miniature train.
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Larimer Square Denver’s urban shopping
and dining district. Victorian buildings, house specialty boutiques
and unique chef-driven restaurants. Shop one-of-a-kind stores with
distinctive fashion and exclusive offerings. Special events and a
vibrant atmosphere year-round. Shops open: Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 7
p.m.; Saturday 10a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5p.m.
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LoDo Lower Downtown, or "LoDo" as it is
affectionately known, is a thriving, mixed-use neighborhood of 25
square blocks located in Denver's premier historic district. The area
is home to more than 20 art galleries, nearly 100 restaurants and
clubs, dozens of professional, service and retail businesses, and
approximately 1,000 residential units (mostly lofts).
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Molly Brown House Home of the
"Unsinkable" Molly Brown, Titanic heroine, restored to its original
Victorian splendor. All tours are guided and last 45 minutes. Group
tours by reservation only; walk-ins welcome. Available for private
events. Open Tues.-Sat. at 10 a.m.; Sun. at Noon; Open 7 days a week
in June, July and August. Last tour begins at 3:30 p.m. A property of
Historic Denver, Inc. Link
Ski Train Winter and Summer schedules.
Train leaves from Union Station in Downtown Denver and travels the
historic Moffett Tunnel route to Winter Park Ski Area on the western
slope of the Rockies. This is a truly scenic ride and fun for adults
and children alike.
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US Mint Mint Gift Shop: Open
Mon-Fri from 8:00 am to 3:30PM. The store is located directly adjacent
to the Mint Tour Entrance, on Cherokee Street. The Mint does not
provide parking. However, there are commercial lots in the area and
metered parking on the streets. There are no restaurants on the
premises. Tours of students and youth groups (grades kindergarten
through 12), and organized military and veteran groups may be arranged
through the Office of Exhibits and Public Services at the Denver Mint
at (303) 405-4755, by appointment only. Tours for students, youth
groups, scouts, seniors, military, veteran and other organized groups
may be arranged directly through the Public Affairs Office at the
United States Mint at Denver at (303) 405-4759. Three weeks advance
notice is required for scheduling and security clearances. For spring
and summer tour requests, eight weeks, or more advance notice is
recommended. Visitors under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an
adult.
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Venice
on the Creek Float along downtown Denver's historic
Cherry Creek in one of the only punts (similar to a gondola) in the
country. Open June - August. Link.
Wings
Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum An extensive of
collection of aircraft and related aviation and military exhibits
preserving the history of the service men and women who served at
Lowry AFB. 31 aircraft on display. Hours: M-Sat 10am-5pm and Sunday
12pm-5pm. Group rates and tours available. Main event space is
44,000 sq ft surrounded by a restored collection of historical
aircraft and historical exhibit rooms. Free parking. Link.
