Guidebook for Denver
Parks & Nature
Rent a paddle boat or paddle board and spend an hour on the huge lake (check out "Bird Island"), or take a leisurely walk along the paths. There are often events in the western parts of this huge park. The zoo and Museum of Nature and Science are located here.
745 locals recommend
City Park
2001 Colorado BlvdRent a paddle boat or paddle board and spend an hour on the huge lake (check out "Bird Island"), or take a leisurely walk along the paths. There are often events in the western parts of this huge park. The zoo and Museum of Nature and Science are located here.
Yoga in the mornings, movies in the summer, huge concerts most days of the week. Some folks go to Red Rocks for the excellent hiking and amazing views, others head out towards evening to catch the art & cultural attractions. It's also pretty close, only about 30 minutes west in the foothills. NOTE: You can Uber/Lyft out there but it can be hard to get back into the city at night. Plan ahead or opt to carpool back.
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayYoga in the mornings, movies in the summer, huge concerts most days of the week. Some folks go to Red Rocks for the excellent hiking and amazing views, others head out towards evening to catch the art & cultural attractions. It's also pretty close, only about 30 minutes west in the foothills. NOTE: You can Uber/Lyft out there but it can be hard to get back into the city at night. Plan ahead or opt to carpool back.
Tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a field, and a path. Lots of folks walk their dogs (and children) here. Just one block west of your Airbnb room!
7 locals recommend
Lindsley Park
4601 E Hale PkwyTennis courts, horseshoe pits, a field, and a path. Lots of folks walk their dogs (and children) here. Just one block west of your Airbnb room!
Essentials
Great for produce and bulk dry goods. Not so great for general grocery / aisle shopping.
422 locals recommend
Sprouts Farmers Market
3625 E Colfax AveGreat for produce and bulk dry goods. Not so great for general grocery / aisle shopping.
Just a regular grocery store, cheaper than the Safeway across the street.
719 locals recommend
King Soopers
1155 E 9th AveJust a regular grocery store, cheaper than the Safeway across the street.
Rose Medical Center
4567 E 9th AveThis hospital is about 3 blocks away.
This hospital is about 9 blocks away and boasts the leading respiratory team in the country.
7 locals recommend
National Jewish Health
1400 Jackson StThis hospital is about 9 blocks away and boasts the leading respiratory team in the country.
Shopping
Not the closest dispensary, but probably the friendliest. Varied selection of flower and concentrate for both recreational users. Ask them about the 10% "Bluebird" discount for folks in the neighborhood.
16 locals recommend
LOVA Canna Co - Colfax
3121 E Colfax AveNot the closest dispensary, but probably the friendliest. Varied selection of flower and concentrate for both recreational users. Ask them about the 10% "Bluebird" discount for folks in the neighborhood.
Cool, relaxed chain of local bookstores.
153 locals recommend
Tattered Cover Book Store - Colfax Avenue
2526 East Colfax AvenueCool, relaxed chain of local bookstores.
Arts & Culture
Science!!! Features a planetarium, permanent exhibits, and temporary exhibits.
1094 locals recommend
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado BlvdScience!!! Features a planetarium, permanent exhibits, and temporary exhibits.
There are farm animals, gold-panning, and guided tours around the property of Denver's oldest standing structure. Kids would love this, and perhaps history aficionados.
24 locals recommend
Four Mile Historic Park
715 S Forest StThere are farm animals, gold-panning, and guided tours around the property of Denver's oldest standing structure. Kids would love this, and perhaps history aficionados.
Entertainment & Activities
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele StDrinks & Nightlife
Low-key atmosphere. Karaoke nights are fun even just to watch! They also serve good food (not just bar fare!) Try the truffle fries.
19 locals recommend
The BAR CAR
819 Colorado BlvdLow-key atmosphere. Karaoke nights are fun even just to watch! They also serve good food (not just bar fare!) Try the truffle fries.
Food Scene
Nothing special about a chain, but I love that this location is so close. They sell tasty dog biscuits shaped like bagels.
13 locals recommend
Einstein Bros. Bagels
7350 E Hampden AveNothing special about a chain, but I love that this location is so close. They sell tasty dog biscuits shaped like bagels.