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7 Days in Denver: A Journey of Adventure and Exploration

Willburg Castro

Willburg Castro

18 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day itinerary to Denver, CO, and discover the city's captivating attractions, delicious dining spots, and breathtaking natural wonders.

Day 1
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$153

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$ 9

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Wartime aircraft, WWII uniform collection & aviation art on the former site of Lowry Air Force Base.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$60
4 - 5 min

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North County
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
7 - 9 min

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Park Burger
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$39
Day 2
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$93

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$ 9

Centennial Center Park
11-acre city park with a kids' water playground, nature areas & an amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
28 - 34 min

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City Park
This expansive greenspace has amenities such as a zoo, museum & golf course, plus areas for hiking.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Denver Biscuit Company
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
6 - 9 min

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Chick-Fil-A
As we navigate the evolving impact of coronavirus on our communities, we are temporarily closing our dining room seating to help limit person-to-person contact. Some of our restaurants may only offer service through our drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile or...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$57
Day 3
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$202

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$ 9

Larimer Square
Historic district at the spot where Denver was founded, with independent shops, bars & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Downtown Aquarium
Sprawling complex with a state-of-the-art aquarium housing 500+ species, plus a restaurant & lounge.
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$94
12 - 18 min

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Sushi Ronin
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
3 - 4 min

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Mizu Izakaya
Mizu Izakaya Izakaya is a Japanese Pub, a perfect place for after-work drinking to be enjoyed with close friends complemented by food and drinks. Located in the heart of Denver's Low Highlands area, Mizu Izakaya brings the freshest sushi in Denver...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
Day 4
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$206

Lakeside Amusement Park
Circa-1908 fun park that's a time warp to the past with wooden roller coasters, funnel cakes & more.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$113
12 - 17 min

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Parisi Italian Market & Deli
Authentic Italian quick casual dining. Pizza, pasta, panini, gelato, espresso and all of those things that remind you of Italy. Run by Tuscan transplants.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
4 - 5 min

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Atomic Cowboy
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$39
Day 5
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$207

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$ 9

Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
6 - 8 min

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Blue Pan Pizza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
10 - 15 min

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Shells and Sauce
Serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park, Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
Day 6
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$132

Ellie Caulkins Opera House at Denver Performing Arts Complex
Opera, ballet & traveling artists in an elegant hall with a 3-tiered design & digital seat screens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Sam's No. 3 Downtown
Sam’s No. 3 was the third of five Coney Islands restaurants opened by Sam Armatas during the 1920′s. On Sept. 28th, 1998, Sam’s son, Spero, with his grandsons Sam, Alex, and Patrick, re-established his most famous of the Coney Islands restaurants, Sam’s No. 3 .
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$60
2 - 3 min

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Cheba Hut
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs- signature sub sandwiches, munchies, salads, and a variety of Cottonmouth Cures! IF YOU'RE HIGH - WE'LL FLY...so be sure to ask abou...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72
Day 7
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$102

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$ 18

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
Open lakes, wetlands, prairie grasslands & woodlands home to more than 330 species.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
29 - 35 min

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Wahoo's
Wahoo's Fish Taco has an eclectic Mexican/Brazilian/Asian menu and a Hawaiian north-shore vibe.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$51
15 - 18 min

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Ted's Montana Grill
At Ted’s Montana Grill, authentic is something you’ll experience. It’s also something you’ll taste. No microwaves. No freezers (except for ice cream). No shortcuts. American favorites made 100% fresh, hand-prepared and served with pride. It’s the way food was meant to be.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$51

Budget breakdown: $1149 In total

Activities & Food:$1095
Transport:$54