7 Days in Denver: A Mile-High Adventure

Eric Garcia

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant city of Denver. Discover captivating museums, immerse yourself in nature, and experience the rich cultural heritage. Get ready for an unforgettable week filled with excitement and exploration.

Trip to Denver

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gardens, Air & Space, and Natural Wonders

$128

$ 24

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

16 - 20 min

Directions

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

Wartime aircraft, WWII uniform collection & aviation art on the former site of Lowry Air Force Base.

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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$40

15 - 18 min

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Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$50

Day 2Reservoirs, Markets, and Wildlife Refuge

$25

$ 30

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

24 - 29 min

Directions

Airy warehouse hangout housing multiple food vendors, along with other retailers & businesses.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

Directions

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Thrills, Aquariums, and Artistic Convergence

$300

$ 18

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

Amusement park with roller coasters among other thrill rides, plus arcade games & shows.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$150

11 - 16 min

Directions

Sprawling complex with a state-of-the-art aquarium housing 500+ species, plus a restaurant & lounge.

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$63

4 - 5 min

Directions

Surreal, walk-through art experience with many interactive rooms, bizarre sculptures & a story arc.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$88

Day 4Western Art, Historic Houses, and Local Delights

$140

$ 24

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

Directions

American Museum of Western Art - The Anschutz Collection

Historic structure showcasing paintings of the American West from the early 1800s to the present.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

6 - 8 min

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Titanic survivor "unsinkable" Molly Brown's 1889 mansion houses Victorian-era furnishings & art.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 min

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Meat & fish counters plus a greengrocer, bakery, pizzeria & much more in an airy marketplace.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$50

9 - 11 min

Directions

Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

An old fire truck, bubble-blowing lab & other interactive exhibits help kids learn by participating.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$35

Day 5Contemporary Art, Water Adventures, and Prehistoric Wonders

$175

$ 24

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

Changing exhibits of modern painting, sculpture & more in an eco-friendly space with a rooftop cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

19 - 23 min

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Amusement park with acres of attractions, including dozens of water rides & pools; open summer only.

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$100

28 - 34 min

Directions

Paved trail with dinosaur tracks & fossils, plus a visitors' center with exhibits & a gift shop.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

19 - 23 min

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A 1909 fire station houses galleries & exhibits on the history of the Denver fire department.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$25

Day 6Shopping, Parks, and Artistic Treasures

$60

$ 12

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

Over 40 outdoor cafes line this iconic shopping mall designed to look like a rattlesnake.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Historic district at the spot where Denver was founded, with independent shops, bars & restaurants.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art

3,500+ art nouveau, art deco, Pop Art & postmodern works & Western landscapes by Vance Kirkland.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

4 - 6 min

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Interactive museum showcasing state-history exhibits, lectures & more in an eco-friendly building.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$35

Day 7State Parks, Museums, and Artistic Masterpieces

$75

$ 18

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

25 - 30 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

23 - 28 min

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2 buildings (the second designed by architect Daniel Libeskind) highlighting Western & regional art.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $1053 In total

Activities & Food:$903

Transport:$150