With a professional team in each of the four major leagues, Denver offers plenty of excitement for visiting sports fans. Basketball and Hockey lovers can visit the Pepsi Center to watch the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche take on the competition in this state of the art arena.
Home to almost 4,000 animals spanning more than 700 species, the Denver Zoo is one of the best in the country. Make your way through the park’s animal displays on foot, or climb aboard the Zoo Train for a relaxing ride around the park. With special features like an Endangered Species Carousel, the Tropical Discovery indoor rainforest, Monkey Island and more, you could easily spend your whole day among the animals.
Families and thrill-seekers alike will not want to miss out on a trip to Elitch Gardens. For more than 100 years, this theme park has provided visitors with exciting rides, shows and attractions, including the special StarToon MovieTown section specially designed for younger children. If you want to cool off in the summer time, a visit to Elitch Gardens between May and Labor Day also grants you access to Island Kingdom Water Park.
Home to one of the largest collections in the world, the Denver Art Museum is a must-see. With more than 55,000 works of art across a variety of mediums, this museum has something for everyone. A number of family-friendly exhibits and areas like the Just for Fun Family Center, the Discovery Library and Kids Corner are designed to get kids excited about the arts. Make sure to ask about their Backpacks Unpacked adventure, which provides a fun, interactive way for families to enjoy the Denver Art Museum.
The Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the best ways to enjoy the area’s beautiful year-round weather. Featuring 15,000 plant species from around the world, the gardens offer a great way to learn about nature. Between a traditional Japanese garden, an herb garden, a water garden and a garden inspired by the art of Monet, visitors can find many ways to relax and appreciate the scenery. The Garden’s amphitheater also offers up live music under the stars during the summer months.
Take a walk through Denver’s Lower Downtown Historical district to experience everything the city’s cultural and nightlife center has to offer. Known as LoDo to locals, visitors will find more than 23 blocks of fun, food and entertainment. Visit in the afternoon to browse through unique shops, museums and galleries, or enjoy a night out at one of the area’s restaurants, cocktail lounges or nightclubs.
With beautiful scenery, a world-class cultural scene, sporting events and other outdoor activities, there is no limit to the amount of things to enjoy during a vacation in Denver. Choice Hotels will make sure your stay is a memorable one.