Delightful Denver is the capital and most populous city in the US state of Colorado. Nestled in the South Platte River Valley on the High Plains, just east of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, this beautiful city offers everything a modern city should, with a hint of the past still shining through.
The city is regarded as “Mile High City” because its elevation is exactly one mile high. Its ideal positioning means that it offers the perfect blend of outdoor entertainment and urban sophistication.
Encompassing so many beautiful scenes and fabulous attractions, it is easy to see why people fall in love with Denver the first time they visit. The city is full of amazing things to see and do, and here are just a few to get you started:
1. Lakeside Amusement Park
As the largest amusement park in the Rocky Mountain region, the Lakeside Amusement Park is a popular attraction enjoyed by many. This is a place that the whole family can enjoy because there is something here for everyone. The park is home to 15 kiddie’s rides, as well as the classic Cyclone Roller Coaster and a scenic miniature train.
This park combines excitement, history and charm all into one and because there is a ride here to suit everyone, you can be sure that everyone will leave happy.
2. Denver Botanic Gardens
Centrally located, just ten minutes east of downtown Denver, the botanical gardens offer a pleasant escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. These beautiful gardens strive to entertain and delight, while sparking the collective wisdom of the gardens through outreach, collaboration and education.
The gardens here are so magnificent in fact that the plant collections have been classed as an accredited museum by the American Association of Museums. The collections of plants here will simply take your breath away as there is activity throughout the entire year, ensuring you do not miss out.
3. Denver Museum of Nature and Science
The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is the Rocky Mountain region’s leading resource for informal science education. The mission of the museum is to inspire curiosity and excite minds of all ages, through scientific discovery and the protection and preservation of the world’s unique treasures. A visit here will allow you to experience the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth and the Universe.
While exploring the inside of the museum, you will come across Egyptian mummies, gems and minerals and wildlife exhibits. You can even go on a prehistoric journey back through time! This is an adventure with which you will fall in love, from the very moment you enter the doors.
4. Downtown Aquarium
Although the name may suggest otherwise, the Denver Downtown Aquarium is actually home to more than just marine animals. The aquarium adventure exhibits include animals from North America, In the Desert, Under the Sea, Coral Lagoon, Sunken Temple, Shipwreck and At the Beach. This extensive collection of wildlife is housed in huge tanks and can be observed from nearly every angle. There are also great opportunities to dine in the underwater atmosphere, which guarantees to be an experience you will never forget.
5. Molly Brown House Museum
This historic property of Denver is the long time home of Titanic’s most famous survivor, Molly Brown. This 1889 Opulent home was designed by architect William Lang, and incorporated all the modern conveniences such as electricity, central heating and in-door plumbing.
A visit here will take you on a journey of the life of Molly Brown, letting you in on some fascinating tales of her incredible life. This will be an intriguing experience that will allow you to delve a little into the fascinating facts surrounding Titanic.
Denver is a truly delightful city that will intrigue and mystify you, but most of all entertain and thrill you. A holiday here is well worth planning because as we said before, once you visit here once, you will fall in love.