- Our list of the best things to do in Denver, Colorado, features the top 367 nearby activities — including 145 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Denver, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Denver, CO , followed by 335 popular activities in nearby cities, including Golden, Littleton, Boulder, Aurora, Wheat Ridge, Broomfield, Arvada, Westminster, Evergreen, Morrison, Parker, Englewood, Thornton, Commerce City, Lakewood, Brighton, Castle Rock, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Westminster, Fraser and Northglenn
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Four-hour course teaches beginners rock climbing basics including gear knowledge, climbing technique, safety, belaying, and basic knots
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A part of the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies, Mount Evans is accessible by road and offers a scenic drive with panoramic views of the surroundings. Visitors can also choose to hike all the way to the summit.
1.4 Miles
With more than 15,000 different species of plants, the Dever Botanic Gardens house one of North America's largest plant collections. The premises also include multiple themed gardens, a conservatory and an amphitheater.
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92%
472 votes
1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204
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The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit theatre organization that dedicates itself to creating experiences through live entertainment. The center offers acting classes for children, teens, and adults.
2.3 Miles
92%
5550 votes
2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a natural history and science museum housing a wide range of exhibits about native american culture, the universe, minerals, wildlife and more, coupled with a planetarium and an auditorium.
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Named after the Coors Brewing Company, Coors Field is believed to be one of the most hitter-friendly stadiums owing to its unusually large outfield. The stadium also features a microbrewery and two large LED displays.
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The main goal of the Clyfford Still Museum is to advance the understanding and appreciation for the art and legacy of Clyffod Still himself. The collection represents 94 percent of the artist's lifetime output, including roughly 2,400 works.
0.3 Miles
91%
4556 votes
13th Avenue between Broadway and Bannock Streets, Denver, CO 80204
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The Denver Art Museum is a local art gallery which houses a wide range of works of Native Art, Western American Art and Contemporary Art, as a part of its permament collection as well as rotating exhibits.
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Built in 1930, in the heart of Central Denver, the historic Landmark's Mayan Theater is one of only three remaining theaters constructed in the art-deco Mayan style. Restored to its original elegance, the theater features a main auditorium, café and seating area.
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Historical buildings and tree-lined streets enhance the beauty of the University of Denver. A quick drive from both downtown and the Rocky Mountains, there are many activities on campus for visitors to enjoy. This includes athletics, music and theater productions.
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90%
335 votes
2200 15th St (Confluence Park access point), Denver, CO 80202
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When you want to see the sights of Denver without dealing with traffic, hop onto your bicycle and ride the Cherry Creek BikePath. This paved trail follows almost 15-miles along the creek through the city.