If you are an admirer of natural landscapes and parks, what would be better than a visit to Denver? The artistic ambience of the mountain towns and scenic drives nearby makes Denver one of the top destinations for tourists.
Widely known as The Mile High City, the cosmopolitan capital of Colorado stands 5,280 feet or one mile above the sea level, which makes it one of the hottest cities in North America. With four national parks situated nearby, the city also features spots for people of different tastes; music and museums, art places, boutiques and breweries, gardens etcetera are all available once you make your visit to Denver.
About 15 miles away from the main city of Denver is situated the Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, which is one of the prime tourist attractions in the area. Don’t mind the commute, because once you reach there, the atmosphere will surely lift your mood.
The park serves mainly as a venue for live music, specially acoustic; and so, if you’re a music lover, Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater will be a worthy place.
Another place that so much deserves to be mentioned is the Denver Botanic Gardens. It is one of the largest botanic gardens in the whole US occupying 23 acres of land. The garden displays all types of different plants gathered from all over the world.
The tranquil lakes with an abundance of green throughout the whole garden is something your eyes deserve to take the pleasure of. Moreover, the garden also hosts special musical events; you surely don’t want to miss them too!
Do you like art? Denver Art Museum is there to satisfy your thirst for art. The museum looks like a massive fortress due its unique exterior design, which is inspired by the peaks of Rocky Mountains. It has a huge collection of artwork from all around the world, including America, Africa, Europe, South Asia etc. Perhaps the most impressive of all collections would be the native American galleries, covering a broad range of artwork relating to cultures of American and Canadian tribes.
The Denver Zoo is another popular attraction for tourists. You will have a decent experience of wildlife viewing in the zoo, getting to watch from polar bears to monkeys. The zoo is getting renewed and modernized currently, so you are likely to find something new in the exhibition every time you visit.
If you are a shopping enthusiast, Denver has good news for you. Located at the south and east sides of Downtown is the best known shopping district of Colorado – Cherry Creek North. Starting from luxury shops and boutiques to cosmetics and art galleries, this district is a desired destination for anyone who loves to shop.
If you’re in the city at around the beginning of July, you’ll be lucky to attend the Cherry Creek Arts Festival. Don’t worry if you miss it, a lot of other fests are also held throughout the year; all these festivals attract national and international vendors to bring in the best of their products – ranging from jewellery to art paintings.
Now, all you need to do is book your tickets and have your best time in Denver with your friends and family !