Alex’s Recommendations
Sightseeing
Places I’ve discovered over the 7+ years that I’ve lived in Colorado which are one of a kind attractions I highly recommend.
Golden
This museum is a personal favorite. A gem for sure, and adjacent to to the Denver Art Museum, state capital buildings, downtown , Colorado Museum of Natural History, as well as the Clifford Still museum.
82 locals recommend
Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
1201 Bannock StThis museum is a personal favorite. A gem for sure, and adjacent to to the Denver Art Museum, state capital buildings, downtown , Colorado Museum of Natural History, as well as the Clifford Still museum.
Estes Park
Just beside the unbelievable Rocky Mountain National Park as well.
Lookout Mountain
Best view of the entire city at night.
Art District on Santa Fe
858 Santa Fe DrBreckenridge
Sloans Lake
Denver Zoo Lights
2900 E 23rd AveOne of the seven natural wonders of the world. A 3.5-4 hour drive.
265 locals recommend
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve
One of the seven natural wonders of the world. A 3.5-4 hour drive.
Full of Colorado history as well as over 20 casinos just 45 minutes away.
211 locals recommend
Black Hawk
Full of Colorado history as well as over 20 casinos just 45 minutes away.
Indian Hot Springs
302 Soda Creek RdHikes
This is a very scenic hike for beginner to intermediate hikers. Close to my house, nice exercise, and several picturesque backdrops to be seen.
Mount Falcon Park
Castle TrailAbout an hour and a half drive but if your mobile it’s worth it.
238 locals recommend
Garden of the Gods
1805 N 30th StAbout an hour and a half drive but if your mobile it’s worth it.
Beautiful drive with various scenic hikes located just off main pass.
11 locals recommend
Berthoud Pass
Beautiful drive with various scenic hikes located just off main pass.
Upper Maxwell Falls Trailhead
8399 Black Mountain DrReally great scenic and easy 1/2 day or less hike.
Mount Evans
Located on the south end of Denver. This is a close attraction for those not wanting to leave the city. My dogs love the open eared huge dog park here. The lake here boasts activities such as kayaking,boating, fishing, and camping.
162 locals recommend
Cherry Creek State Park
4201 S Parker RdLocated on the south end of Denver. This is a close attraction for those not wanting to leave the city. My dogs love the open eared huge dog park here. The lake here boasts activities such as kayaking,boating, fishing, and camping.
St. Mary's Glacier
7599 Fall River RoadPikes Peak Summit House
Hanging Lake
Food scene
If your a fan of authentic fish and chips along with the largest scotch and whiskey selection in Colorado check this place out.
19 locals recommend
Pints Pub- British Gastro Brewpub & Restaurant
221 W 13th AveIf your a fan of authentic fish and chips along with the largest scotch and whiskey selection in Colorado check this place out.
Casa Bonita
6715 W Colfax AveFood isn’t the best but the experience is one of a kind.
Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar
1048 Pearl StGaetano's
3760 Tejon StOphelia's Electric Soapbox
1215 20th StUnique foodie experience.
TOKIO
2907 Huron StLooking for something different? Learn to be your own chef and get a taste of Colorado, as well as various other cuisines from around the world. This place has an amazing atmosphere, tasty foods, and I can get you a 15% because I work here. 😊
Stir Events at The Ice House
Looking for something different? Learn to be your own chef and get a taste of Colorado, as well as various other cuisines from around the world. This place has an amazing atmosphere, tasty foods, and I can get you a 15% because I work here. 😊
Anthony's Pizza & Pasta
7472 E 29th AveNeighborhoods
LoDo
One of my favorite areas downtown for art, food, and culture.
Washington Park
Capitol Hill
River North Art District
Cherry Creek
Shopping
High end shopping and dining mall with surrounding businesses.
822 locals recommend
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E 1st AveHigh end shopping and dining mall with surrounding businesses.
Shops , restaurants, with a free tram up and down the street. The heart of downtown Denver.
871 locals recommend
16th Street Mall
16th Street MallShops , restaurants, with a free tram up and down the street. The heart of downtown Denver.
Only a five minute drive; an outdoor shopping mall with various restaurants grouped up for an enjoyable time.
164 locals recommend
Belmar
Only a five minute drive; an outdoor shopping mall with various restaurants grouped up for an enjoyable time.
Interactive art gallery
Meow Wolf Denver
1338 1st StMusic and event venue
A one of a kind visual and sound experience here just minutes away.
During most days the park/ amphitheater is free for visitors with some of the most breathtaking views of the area. This venue also hosts yoga on the rocks in the mornings, and is definitely worth checking out to get your day started with mindfulness.
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayDuring most days the park/ amphitheater is free for visitors with some of the most breathtaking views of the area. This venue also hosts yoga on the rocks in the mornings, and is definitely worth checking out to get your day started with mindfulness.
The Mission Ballroom
4242 Wynkoop StreetThe Black Box
314 E 13th AveGreat non main stream electronic music scene.
Fillmore Auditorium
1510 N Clarkson StThe 1UP Arcade Bar - Colfax
717 E Colfax AveCool local bar , quick bite to eat, and even with oversized chess and a bowling alley.
10 locals recommend
HANGAR 101 Bar & Grill
7575 W Jewell AveCool local bar , quick bite to eat, and even with oversized chess and a bowling alley.
Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom & Cervantes' Other Side
2637 Welton StMilk
1037 BroadwayTemple Nightclub Denver
1136 BroadwayCharlie's Denver