Denver Delights

Nana Braimoh

11 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant city of Denver. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Centennial Center Park, Cherry Creek Reservoir, and more. Discover the wonders of Denver Botanic Gardens and Morrison Natural History Museum. Unleash your inner explorer at Barr Lake State Park and Clear Creek. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

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Day 1Parks Galore

$50

$ 36

11-acre city park with a kids' water playground, nature areas & an amphitheater.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Mountain views are offered from this reservoir with boating, a sandy swimming beach & bike trail.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$50

18 - 22 min

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Paved walking/biking trail connecting city & state parks, plus a reservoir & other scenic areas.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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25-acre city park offering play areas, ball fields, an in-line hockey rink, trails & a pavilion.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Botanical Bliss

$125

$ 36

Horticultural library at Denver Botanic Gardens including rare books, seed catalogs & other items.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

14 - 17 min

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This expansive greenspace has amenities such as a zoo, museum & golf course, plus areas for hiking.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Natural area with a reconstructed prairie homestead & Cheyenne camp, hiking trails & public events.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$50

Day 3Nature's Treasures

$150

$ 12

Family-oriented paleontology, geology & fossil collections, including finds from Dinosaur Ridge.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

29 - 35 min

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Lakelike reservoir & regional recreation spot featuring a beach for swimming & boat ramps.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

3 - 4 min

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Biking, hiking, camping & boating with scenic views of the foothills & Platte River Valley.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$50

Day 4Parks and Museums

$25

$ 48

Upland prairie park with a central lake used for fishing & a 1.4-mile interpretive hiking trail.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Suburban park with a 60-acre lake offering sport courts, games, picnic areas & playgrounds.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

15 - 18 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.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Living-history farms representing the 1860s & 1890s, plus a museum showcasing local artifacts.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

41 - 50 min

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Urban golf course with views across the cityscape & a restaurant terrace popular for Sunday lunches.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Lakeside Escapade

$ 36

Indoor & outdoor exhibits & tours dedicated to the history, culture & natural wonders of Lakewood.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Denver's 2nd largest park, with jogging paths & grassy spots around a boating-friendly lake.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

63 - 76 min

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Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

Open lakes, wetlands, prairie grasslands & woodlands home to more than 330 species.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Serene Trails and River Adventures

$150

$ 24

Lake & wetlands with miles of nature trails, birdwatching, boating & fishing, plus a Nature Center.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

33 - 40 min

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76-acre home of the Colorado Rockies with some seats offering views of the Rocky Mountains.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$100

16 - 23 min

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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $692 In total

Activities & Food:$500

Transport:$192