Denver, Colorado

Denver, Colorado’s capital and the most populated city, is called ‘Mile High City.’ Its elevation of 5,280 feet above sea level is the reason behind this.

There are numerous top-notch institutions and stunning public murals throughout the city. The Rocky Mountains can also be reached from the city. The second-largest performing arts center in the country, behind Lincoln Center in New York, is located in Denver. It's frequently mentioned as the best city for singles.

Do you favor hockey or soccer? Sports lovers may watch the Colorado Rockies play baseball, the Denver Nuggets play basketball, or the Denver Broncos play football.

The beer scene in Denver is also well-known. There are numerous craft breweries and Coors Light is the biggest brewery in the nation. Denver hosts the Great American Beer Festival every year.

Best Things to Do

• Tour the Rocky Mountains
• Explore Brewery Tour
• Visit the Denver Art Museum
• Explore Denver Central Market
• Spend a day at Denver Botanic Gardens
• Take your kids to the Molly Brown House Museum
• Visit Red Rocks Park for a picnic

Best Time to Visit

The things you do while in Denver will depend on your preferences. In May, Denver celebrates Cinco de Mayo. The Denver Arts Festival and Five Points Jazz Festival are also held. During summer, Denver hosts a county fair and Comic Con. For culinary lovers, autumn in Denver is the greatest time to travel. It's also the time of year that they hold the Great American Beer Festival, Denver Beer Fest, and A Taste of Colorado.

Late February to mid-March is the ideal season for skiing and snowboarding in winter. The Denver Botanic Gardens stages its seasonal light display from November through January. Denver hosts the National Western Stock Show in January. The winter season, from November 19 to March 2, is the worst time to visit Denver. The winter months in Mile High City bring snow, rain, and dipping temperatures.