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8 Days in Denver: Unleash the Mile High Adventure!

Maria Sorenson

Maria Sorenson

19 Dec 2023

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day journey through the vibrant city of Denver. Discover stunning parks, immerse yourself in nature, explore fascinating museums, and indulge in the city's rich cultural heritage. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Mile High City!

Trip to Denver

Day 1Urban Oasis and Botanical Bliss
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$38

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$ 18

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

City Park
This expansive greenspace has amenities such as a zoo, museum & golf course, plus areas for hiking.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Denver Botanic Gardens
Horticultural library at Denver Botanic Gardens including rare books, seed catalogs & other items.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
Day 2Nature's Wonderland and Historic Delights
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$25

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$ 18

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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South Platte Park and Carson Nature Center
Spanning over 880 acres, this park offers 5 lakes for fishing, extensive trails & nature programs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Chatfield State Park
Biking, hiking, camping & boating with scenic views of the foothills & Platte River Valley.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
40 - 48 min

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Larimer Square
Historic district at the spot where Denver was founded, with independent shops, bars & restaurants.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks, Museums, and the Spirit of Littleton
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$13

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$ 18

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Directions

Robert F. Clement Park
Suburban park with a 60-acre lake offering sport courts, games, picnic areas & playgrounds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Littleton Museum
Living-history farms representing the 1860s & 1890s, plus a museum showcasing local artifacts.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
Day 4Artistic Wonders, Aquatic Marvels, and Shopping Extravaganza
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$100

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$ 12

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Denver Art Museum
2 buildings (the second designed by architect Daniel Libeskind) highlighting Western & regional art.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
15 - 18 min

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Downtown Aquarium
Sprawling complex with a state-of-the-art aquarium housing 500+ species, plus a restaurant & lounge.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$63
10 - 12 min

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16th Street Mall
Over 40 outdoor cafes line this iconic shopping mall designed to look like a rattlesnake.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Lakeside Serenity and Natural Science Exploration
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$50

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$ 18

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Sloan's Lake Park
Denver's 2nd largest park, with jogging paths & grassy spots around a boating-friendly lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50
Day 6Baseball Fever and Scenic Parkland
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$50

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$ 18

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Coors Field
76-acre home of the Colorado Rockies with some seats offering views of the Rocky Mountains.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
18 - 22 min

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Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
Indoor & outdoor exhibits & tours dedicated to the history, culture & natural wonders of Lakewood.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Riverside Bliss, Wildlife Encounters, and Urban Escape
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$0

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$ 24

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Confluence Park
Placid riverside park featuring benches, grassy lawns, biking & walking trails, plus a kayak run.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
Open lakes, wetlands, prairie grasslands & woodlands home to more than 330 species.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Cherry Creek Park
Creekside greenspace offering relaxed walking & bicycling paths & some tree cover.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 8Parks Galore, Conservation Center, and Nature's Hidden Gem
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$25

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$ 24

Hyatt Place Denver/Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Directions

Centennial Center Park
11-acre city park with a kids' water playground, nature areas & an amphitheater.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Plains Conservation Center
Natural area with a reconstructed prairie homestead & Cheyenne camp, hiking trails & public events.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
25 - 30 min

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Bluff Lake Nature Center
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $450 In total

Activities & Food:$300
Transport:$150