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Lakside Amusement Park One of Colorado's
largest amusement parks fifteen kiddie rides, 39 adult rides includes
a classic wooden coaster and miniature train.
Larimer Square Denver’s urban shopping
and dining district. Victorian buildings, house specialty boutiques
and unique chef-driven restaurants. Shop one-of-a-kind stores with
distinctive fashion and exclusive offerings. Special events and a
vibrant atmosphere year-round. Shops open: Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 7
p.m.; Saturday 10a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5p.m.
LoDo Lower Downtown, or "LoDo" as it is
affectionately known, is a thriving, mixed-use neighborhood of 25
square blocks located in Denver's premier historic district. The area
is home to more than 20 art galleries, nearly 100 restaurants and
clubs, dozens of professional, service and retail businesses, and
approximately 1,000 residential units (mostly lofts).
Molly Brown House Home of the
"Unsinkable" Molly Brown, Titanic heroine, restored to its original
Victorian splendor. All tours are guided and last 45 minutes. Group
tours by reservation only; walk-ins welcome. Available for private
events. Open Tues.-Sat. at 10 a.m.; Sun. at Noon; Open 7 days a week
in June, July and August. Last tour begins at 3:30 p.m. A property of
Historic Denver, Inc.
Mount Evans The Mount Evans
Scenic Byway is America's highest paved highway. The drive to the top
and a visit to Summit House is a favorite attraction to both native
and tourist. Along the way look for wild life for Mount Evans is the
home of The White Mountain Goat and the Rocky Mountain Sheep herds
Pawnee National Grassland. Located 70
miles East of Ft. Collins on Highway 14. A visit to this National Grassland
is like returning to the way it was in the 1860's when the first white
settlers arrived here. Michener's book Centennial was based on this
grassland area. Great walks, hiking and birding. At night the stars
are unreal.
Poudre River Canyon. West of Ft Collins is US
Highway 14. A spectacular drive featuring the only wild river (no dams)
left in America the Cache La. Poudre River. Means Powder hiding place. Drive
crosses the continental divide and reaches Walden Colorado. Walden has great
restaurants and real good moose viewing.
Six Flags
Elitch Gardens Denver. About one hour from Ft Collins.The park
states they are full of world class thrills and adventure. They get a
thumbs up from my kids and grandkids. The park features more than 50
rides, shows and attractions. They also have a tropical water park.
Ski Train Winter and Summer schedules.
Train leaves from Union Station in Downtown Denver and travels the
historic Moffett Tunnel route to Winter Park Ski Area on the western
slope of the Rockies. This is a truly scenic ride and fun for adults
and children alike.
South Park Colorado A
huge expanse of untamed wilderness and an escape from the city hassle
kind of place, located almost in the center of the state. This area
is a huge valley surrounded by mountain ranges on all sides and is
dominated by the city of Fairplay.
Trail Ridge
Road. this modern highway is the replacement for Fall River Road.
This road started in 1929 and was finished in 1938 when it reached Grand
Lake Colorado. It rises to 11,794 feet at Fall River Pass. It is the
highest continuous highway in the US
US Mint Mint Gift Shop: Open
Mon-Fri from 8:00 am to 3:30PM. The store is located directly adjacent
to the Mint Tour Entrance, on Cherokee Street. The Mint does not
provide parking. However, there are commercial lots in the area and
metered parking on the streets. There are no restaurants on the
premises. Tours of students and youth groups (grades kindergarten
through 12), and organized military and veteran groups may be arranged
through the Office of Exhibits and Public Services at the Denver Mint
at (303) 405-4755, by appointment only. Tours for students, youth
groups, scouts, seniors, military, veteran and other organized groups
may be arranged directly through the Public Affairs Office at the
United States Mint at Denver at (303) 405-4759. Three weeks advance
notice is required for scheduling and security clearances. For spring
and summer tour requests, eight weeks, or more advance notice is
recommended. Visitors under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an
adult.
Van Briggle Art Pottery Company
Established in 1899 Van Briggle is America's oldest continuously
active art pottery. Free tour. Enjoy our lovely showroom. Colorado
Springs
Venice
on the Creek Float along downtown Denver's historic
Cherry Creek in one of the only punts (similar to a gondola) in the
country. Open June - August.
Water World America's largest family water
park features over 41 aquatic attractions on 64 beautifully landscaped
acres including two giant wave pools, white-water rapids, speed slides,
Voyage to the Center of the Earth, Lost River of the Pharaohs, Wally
World for tots and much more. Free parking, picnics welcome.
Wings
Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum An extensive of
collection of aircraft and related aviation and military exhibits
preserving the history of the service men and women who served at
Lowry AFB. 31 aircraft on display. Hours: M-Sat 10am-5pm and Sunday
12pm-5pm. Group rates and tours available. Main event space is
44,000 sq ft surrounded by a restored collection of historical
aircraft and historical exhibit rooms. Free parking. |
