5 Days in Denver: Adventure Awaits!

Yuriko Alejandre

1 Dec 2023

Join me on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant city of Denver. From picturesque parks to mouthwatering delicacies, this blog will guide you through the best of what Denver has to offer. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Denver

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Day 1Serenity at City Park and Culinary Delights

$31

$ 6

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

21 - 26 min

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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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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

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$18

9 - 14 min

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An Adventure in South American Cuisine. From succulent prawns seasoned with sea salt to chicken breasts served with curry and coconut milk, if you’re searching for South American classics served in a unique atmosphere, look no further than Café Brazil...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Lakeside Bliss and Gastronomic Adventures

$31

$ 12

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

18 - 22 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Dining room open from 4-9pm. Carryout is still available.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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At the Original Pancake House in Denver we serve a delicious variety of breakfast and brunch favorites including pancakes of all kinds, crepes, French toast, fluffy omelets, Belgian waffles, benedicts and other hearty egg plates...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$19

Day 3Botanical Wonders and Sinful Sweets

$55

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

8 - 12 min

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Serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park, Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

5 - 6 min

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Voodoo Doughnut, where the magic is in the hole and good things come in pink boxes.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 4Nature's Retreat and Flavorful Feasts

$56

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$13

18 - 22 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$18

7 - 9 min

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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

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$13

Day 5Baseball Thrills and Ecological Encounters

$69

$ 9

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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$25

27 - 33 min

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Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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Wahoo's Fish Taco has an eclectic Mexican/Brazilian/Asian menu and a Hawaiian north-shore vibe.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$24

14 - 17 min

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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

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$20

Budget breakdown: $278 In total

Activities & Food:$242

Transport:$36