Attractions in Denver, Colorado
Amusements
Dinosaur Ridge 303-697-3466
16831 West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465
Dinosaur Ridge is a paleontological and geological outdoor museum that features more than 100 iguanodon tracks and dinosaur bones in the rock of the Morrison Formation. ... more infoDowntown Aquarium 303-561-4450
700 Water Street, Denver, CO 80211
Located at I-25 and 23rd Avenue
The Downtown Aquarium mixes family fun, exquisite dining and spectacular marine life in the heart of Denver. Discover over 500 species of marine life and mammals in the... more info mapLakeside Amusement Park 303-477-1621
4601 Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, CO 80211
This is the largest amusement park in the Rocky Mountain region. Features 15 children's rides, a classic Cyclone Roller Coaster, a scenic miniature train, 40 rides,... more info mapLaser Quest 303-796-0707
8988 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231
Laser Quest is live action laser tag at its best. Enter the multi-level arena where fog, music and special effects combine to provide an incredible combination of tag... more info mapLollipop Park 303-761-8700
6901 South Peoria (at Arapahoe Road), Centennial, CO 80112
Located in South Suburban's Family Sports Center
Lollipop Park is an indoor children's amusement park. more infoPunch Bowl 303-765-2695
65 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Punch Bowl Social brings modern design to a high energy craft mixology bar and bowling complex, with a modern diner complement, known as social food & drink. Offers... more info mapWater World 303-427-7873
1800 West 89th Avenue, Denver, CO 80260
Federal Heights
Located on 64 beautifully landscaped areas, this is America's largest family water park featuring over 41 aquatic attractions including two giant wave pools, white-water... more infoWheel Fun Rentals 720-254-6612
820 South Humboldt Street, Denver, CO 80209
Washington Park
Hop on one of their fun cycles or boats at Washington Park in Denver. Take a bike tour along the surrounding bike trails, perfect for a leisurely ride including... more info mapWheel Fun Rentals 720-254-6612
2001 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80205
City Park
Hop on one of their fun cycles or boats in City Park next to the Denver Zoo. With cycles built for family fun, you can rent a specialty cycle that can seat up to 8 or... more infoWheel Fun Rentals 720-254-6612
4601 West 46th Street, Denver, CO 80212
Berkeley Park
Visit Wheel Fun Rentals by Berkeley Lake, the perfect place for a day of watercraft fun. They provide a great ride with a variety of water products such as paddleboats,... more info map
Casinos
Ameristar Casino Hotel Black Hawk 720-946-4000
111 Richman Street, Black Hawk, CO 80422
The Ameristar Casino Hotel Black Hawk features a luxury hotel and spa, as well as 536 luxurious guest rooms. This Black Hawk hotel includes 64 suites, which are... more info
Historic Homes & Buildings
Byers-Evans House Museum 303-620-4933
1310 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204
Featuring polished wood finishes, brightly patterned wallpapers, ornate mantles, and period draperies, this beautifully restored Italianate-style house was built for... more info mapColorado State Capitol 303-866-2604
1313 Sherman, Room 1B20, Denver, CO 80203
Enjoy seein the Mile High Markers, marvel at the rose onyx, and climb the dome steps to the open air rotunda for a spectacular view of downtown Denver in this... more info mapUnited States Mint 303-405-4759
320 Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Enjoy guided tours where you can learn about the historic old mint building and see over 50 million coins being made everyday. Watch as the large coining presses strike... more info
Libraries & Research Centers
Denver Public Library 720-865-1111
10 West Fourteenth Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204
Civic Center Park
An awesomely designed building by renowned architect Michael Graves, this library features over 4.4 million items with special emphasis on Western history, genealogy,... more info map
Museums & Galleries
Aviation and Space Center of the Rockies 303-360-5360
7711 East Academy Boulevard #1, Denver, CO 80230
Located on former Lowry Air Force Base, this WW II hangar features an authentic collection of military and civilian aircraft and memorabilia from WW I to present day. ... more info mapBlack American West Museum & Heritage Center 720-242-7428
3091 California Street, Denver, CO 80205
Five Points Neighborhood
Located in the former home of Dr. Justina Ford, the first Black woman doctor in Denver, this museum preserves the history and culture of African American men and women... more info mapCenter For The Visual Arts 303-294-5207
1734 Wazee Street, Denver, CO 80202-1231
One of Denver's most vibrant and award-winning cultural institutions hosting a variety of traveling exhibitions from culturally diverse artists. more info mapChildren's Museum of Denver 303-433-7444
2121 Children's Museum Drive, Denver, CO 80211
This museum offers many activities for children including hands-on playscapes, art classes, and dancing. Also features a kid-sized grocery store and a chance to be a... more info mapClyfford Still Museum 720-354-4880
1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204
Located in Denver's Cultural Arts District
With the mission "to advance the understanding and appreciation of Clyfford Still's art and legacy through the presentation, research, interpretation, preservation and... more infoDenver Art Museum 720-865-5000
100 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204
The private, non-profit Denver Art Museum's mission is "to enrich the lives of Colorado and Rocky Mountain residents through the acquisition, preservation, and... more info mapForney Museum of Transportation 303-297-1113
4303 Brighton Boulevard, Denver, CO 80216
Visit Colorado's largest and most unique transportation museum with antique automobiles, carriages, bicycles, and the world's largest locomotive. more info mapGolden Triangle Museum District
Located Along 13th Ave. Directly South of Downtown
The Golden Triangle Museum District is home to eight of Denver's museums, in addition to more than 50 galleries, fine art studios and specialty stores. First Friday Art... more infoHistory Colorado Center 303-HISTORY (303-447-8679)
1200 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
The History Colorado Center’s hands-on and high-tech exhibits can be enjoyed Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. more infoMCA Denver 303-298-7554
1485 Delgany Street, Denver, CO 80202
This contemporary art gallery features five distinct galleries for rotating exhibits, three spaces for education, multiple sites for special projects/commissioned works,... more infoMizel Museum of Judaica 303-394-9993
400 South Kearney Street, Denver, CO 80224
Presents changing exhibitions, permanent collections, and educational programs on the continuum of the Jewish experience. more info mapMolly Brown House Museum, The 303-832-4092
1340 Pennsylvania Street, Denver, CO 80203
Learn all about the "Unsinkable Molly Brown", during a costumed guided tour. more info mapMuseo de las Americas 303-571-4401
861 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204
The first museum in the Rocky Mountain region to focuse on the art, history, and culture of Latinos in the Americas from ancient times to the present. Offers a number... more info mapPearce-McAllister Cottage 303-322-1053
1880 Gaylord Street, Denver, CO 80206
Enjoy changing and temporary exhibits at this unique museum that features dolls, dollhouses, toys, miniatures, teddy bears, and more. Year round workshops for children... more info mapRobischon Gallery 303-298-7788
1740 Wazee Street, Denver, CO 80202
Robischon Gallery, located in Denver, Colorado, has been producing monthly exhibitions of regional, national, and international artists since 1976. more info map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Denver Botanic Gardens 720-865-3500
1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206
"One of the first gardens in the country to emphasize native plants and to champion environmentally responsible practices, such as water conservation and biological... more info mapDenver Zoo 303-376-4800
2300 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80205
Located within Denver's Historic City Park
One of the most popular zoos in the United States, Denver Zoo offers visitors the chance to view 3,500 different animals, representing over 650 species. Amur leopards,... more info map
Science & Technology
Denver Museum of Nature & Science 303-370-6000
2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO 80205
In City Park - 3 Miles East of Downtown Denver
Founded in 1900, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is "the Rocky Mountain region's leading resource for informal science education." Accredited by the American... more info
Tours & Cruises
Denver Microbrew Tour 303-578-9548
1362 Saint Paul Street, Suite 303, Denver, CO 80206
Two-hour guided walking tour of Denver and its breweries. more info mapPunt The Creek 303-455-7109
1550 Platte Street, Suite C, Denver, CO 80202
Cherry Creek
Float along downtown Denver's historic Cherry Creek in one of the only punts (similar to a gondola) in the country. Open from June to August. more info map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Aspen Peak Cellars 303-816-5504
60750 U.S. 285, Denver, CO 80421
Located in Bailey, CO
Aspen Peak Cellars produces handcrafted wines with grapes from the most popular regions around the country. Visit the website and buy your favorite Colorado wine; from... more info mapJ. A. Balistreri Vineyards 303-287-5156
1946 East 66th Avenue, Denver, CO 80229
Balistreri Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery dedicated to making high quality wine. They are producers of table wine, dessert wine, fruit & berry wine and... more info map
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