Guidebook for the Denver Den for 10
Neighborhoods
The Highland scene is vibrant! Foodies will love the unique restaurants and cafes. Need some nightlife? This is your place. Just a few minutes east from the house.
193 locals recommend
Highland
The Highland scene is vibrant! Foodies will love the unique restaurants and cafes. Need some nightlife? This is your place. Just a few minutes east from the house.
Tennyson Street
4030 Tennyson StGreat restaurants to visit in the Berkeley neighborhood.
Nearby
Sloan's Lake is a beautiful location with a 2.6 mile loop for walking or running. The lake is nice for paddle boarding. Just a few minutes drive south.
437 locals recommend
Sloans Lake
Sloan's Lake is a beautiful location with a 2.6 mile loop for walking or running. The lake is nice for paddle boarding. Just a few minutes drive south.
Voted #1 rooftop bar in Denver. Just a few blocks south near Sloans Lake 
193 locals recommend
Joyride Brewing Company
2501 Sheridan BoulevardVoted #1 rooftop bar in Denver. Just a few blocks south near Sloans Lake 
Allegro Coffee Roasters
4040 Tennyson StClose by for coffee and treats
Clear Creek offers world class rafting just 45 minutes from downtown Denver.
7 locals recommend
Clear Creek
Clear Creek offers world class rafting just 45 minutes from downtown Denver.
City/town information
Denver is a booming city with an elevation of 5,280 feet and known as the Mile High City. Three sports venues are located downtown, Broncos stadium (football) Pepsi Center (basketball and hockey) and Coors Field (baseball). The state capital is also located downtown.
168 locals recommend
Denver
Denver is a booming city with an elevation of 5,280 feet and known as the Mile High City. Three sports venues are located downtown, Broncos stadium (football) Pepsi Center (basketball and hockey) and Coors Field (baseball). The state capital is also located downtown.
The Bavarian-style town of Vail is just under 100 miles west. Amazing skiing in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. Easy access just off the I-70.
195 locals recommend
Vail
The Bavarian-style town of Vail is just under 100 miles west. Amazing skiing in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. Easy access just off the I-70.
Amusement/Water Parks
Families and kids of all ages will enjoy this amusement and water park in downtown Denver. Open May - October.
535 locals recommend
Elitch Gardens
2000 Elitch CirFamilies and kids of all ages will enjoy this amusement and water park in downtown Denver. Open May - October.
One of the largest water parks in the country located just 10 miles north of Denver. Open Memorial day through Labor Day.
172 locals recommend
Water World
8801 N Pecos StOne of the largest water parks in the country located just 10 miles north of Denver. Open Memorial day through Labor Day.
Concerts
Historic concert venue, park and amphitheater in a spectacular setting.
Red Rocks
City advice
What to pack
Check the weather report
Colorado is well known for its quick changes in weather and when asked what’s the weather people will often say “ask me again in five minutes”. It can be 80° one day and snowing the next.
Getting around
The light rail system is fantastic
There are several light rail systems throughout Denver and the surrounding areas. The light rail can even take you to the airport.
Getting around
16th Street Mall bus
The 16th St. mall is a fun location with lots of shops and great restaurants. The free mall bus system allows you to jump on and off to get to different locations.
Customs and culture
Water Water Water
Be sure to stay hydrated. You are at an elevation of 5280+ and will get dehydrated quickly.