Things to Do In Denver
The American Museum of Western Art
American Museum of Western Art is rich with the history of the early western life. The museum’s main mission is to:- Promote understanding and appreciation of history through art.
- Show off the beauty of America through exhibits.
- Showcase some of the American art legends such as Thomas Moran, Maynard Dixon, Remington and so many more.
Denver Botanic Gardens
This picturesque garden is perfect for a relaxing and refreshing weekend gateway. The family-friendly Denver Botanic Gardens is open throughout the year and it has a wide range of plant species. The natural habitat and unique plants provide a cool tropical biosphere. There is also a Japanese garden that has a pool with beautiful lily pads. You can come here for a picnic or enjoy a delicious meal from the restaurants found in the gardens.
Mt. Evans
Are you tired of the chaotic and noisy city life? Well, if you are in Denver and you are in need of some fresh air, take a trip to Mt. Evans. With an elevation of about 14.271 feet, this is one of Colorado’s highest peak. Mt. Evans offers amazing views of the Denver skyline. If you love hiking, it takes about four hours to reach its peak. Spring is the best season to visit Mt. Evans because you will come across a beautiful array of flowers and you might also get to see mountain goats!
The Larimer Square
Larimer Square is one of the historic areas of Denver. It has history which dates back to the 19th century when the state of Colorado was still famous for gold and gold strikes. This square was once known as the home of “firsts”. Some of the things in Denver that were first opened here include:- The first bank
- First dry-goods store.
- The first post office.
- First theater.
- First bookstore.
Colorado State Capitol
Colorado State Capitol is a beautiful building that was built in the 1890s. It was constructed using Colorado’s white granite and it has beautiful decorations that consist of a gold dome with a gold leaf. This building is listed in America’s National Register as a historic place. It is also part of Denver’s Civic Center National-Historic Landmark. You can take a tour to explore the building and get the spectacular views of the surrounding areas.
Denver is a city that is full of attractions and adventures. Listed above are some of the city’s best spots for a weekend getaway or road trip. Furthermore, moving around this city is easy since the Regional Transportation District offers both rail and bus services but for an even better convenience, you can use a vehicle from a car rental. Whether you are a local or a tourist, there are numerous adventures in Denver awaiting you.
If you have personal auto insurance or charge the rental to a major credit card, you will probably be covered at least for collision damage — so you shouldn’t have to purchase the car rental company’s collision or loss damage waiver (CDW or LDW) insurance. My friends usually rent a car from rental24h site which out of all the different companies we tried did seem to be the one who is most cheap. If in doubt, ask your insurance agent or credit card issuer.
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