Justine Sandoval, politics and green chile correspondent, joins to plan the ultimate 36 hours in Denver with the best restaurants, attractions, and outdoorsy spots. Explore iconic Denver locations like Blucifer at DIA, Union Station, Red Rocks, and more. Get insider tips on where to take visitors for a memorable Mile High experience.
Planning a well-rounded Denver visit involves exploring cultural destinations and diverse culinary experiences.
Delving into Denver's rich history includes iconic landmarks, natural attractions, and vibrant nightlife experiences.
Deep dives
Denver Visitors Guide Planning
Planning a visitor's guide for Denver involves strategically organizing activities and places to visit, ensuring a well-rounded experience. Suggestions include exploring Denver's cultural destinations like the Denver Art Museum and Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art, each offering unique artistic experiences. Additionally, including culinary adventures such as Tavernetta for an upscale dinner and exploring the vibrant South Federal neighborhood showcase the city's diverse food scene and local culture.
Exploring Denver's Heritage and Landmarks
Delving into Denver's rich history and landmarks involves experiencing iconic sites like the confluence of the Platte and Cherry Creek rivers, offering a picturesque and meaningful view of the city's origins. A visit to Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Dinosaur Ridge Trail provides insights into both the natural history and entertainment aspects of Denver, highlighting its diverse attractions.
Colfax Avenue Bar Crawl Experience
Embarking on a Colfax Avenue bar crawl presents a unique and vibrant nightlife experience, featuring renowned spots like the PS Lounge and Charlie Brown's Piano Bar. Exploring the diverse bar scene from upscale dining at Bastien's Steakhouse to the laid-back atmosphere of PS Lounge encapsulates the essence of Denver's nightlife and entertainment offerings.
A few years back, The New York Times spent some time in Denver and came back with a visitor’s guide that we found… lacking. They missed out on some of the most quintessential Denver experiences, so we set out to plan the perfect Mile High long weekend for ourselves. Politics and green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval joined host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi last summer to put together the ultimate 36 hours in Denver, full of the best restaurants, attractions, and outdoorsy stuff to please visitors and locals alike.
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