Denver 101
By Lori Midson, Citysearch Contributor
Experience the essence of the gateway to the Rockies, from fancy restaurants to Red Rocks.
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Mizuna
225 E Seventh Ave, Denver, CO
Where basics like mac and cheese and griddle cakes are transformed into gourmet delights. -
Buckhorn Exchange
1000 Osage St, Denver, CO
Denver's oldest restaurant serves up steak and beer in a traditional Americana atmosphere. -
The Fort Restaurant
19192 Hwy 8, Morrison, CO
Old West grub reemerges at Bent Fort, rebuilt in the 1960s by eminent Denverite Sam Arnold. -
Pete's Kitchen
1962 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
The last good place to eat after the bars close. -
Wynkoop Brewing Company
1634 18th St, Denver, CO
Pool players, college kids and businessmen convene at Denver's oldest brewpub.
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Tryst Lounge
1512 Larimer St, Denver, CO
Sensual surroundings, soft lights, snug seating and sushi make this sophisticated LoDo lounge a hit with posh urbanites. -
Cruise Room
1600 17th St, Denver, CO
Attached to the Oxford Hotel, this is an elegant hotel bar James Bond would love. -
Mynt Mojito Lounge
1424 Market St, Denver, CO
This swanky lounge brings ultrachic vinyl, mojitos and martinis to the LoDo scene. -
Celtic Tavern
1801 Blake St, Denver, CO
Lively spirits are served with a thick brogue at this Irish-style pub. -
Funky Buddha Lounge
776 Lincoln St, Denver, CO
This South of Colfax club is so trendy, it's like being transported to Hollywood or South Beach.
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Hotel Teatro
1100 14th St, Denver, CO
Boutique hotel features elegant rooms outfitted with down comforters, oversized tubs and Aveda products.
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Hotel Monaco
1717 Champa St, Denver, CO
A hip and high-style hotel in the heart of Denver's downtown business district. -
The Oxford Hotel
1600 17th St, Denver, CO
Shoe shines and sherry on the house: Stay at this grand hotel and get rock-star service. -
Brown Palace Hotel & Spa
321 17th St, Denver, CO
Expect antique furnishings, Old-World service and a nine-story atrium topped with its original stained-glass ceiling.
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Rain Spa Bodyworks
310 St Paul St, Denver, CO
Amid the bustle of Cherry Creek, this earthy and energizing spa offers a comfortable escape. -
Tallgrass Spa
997 Upper Bear Creek Road, Evergreen, CO
This mountain-town spa feels like a vacation destination, offering top-notch treatments in a rustic atmosphere. -
Zuri Boutique
3150 E Third Ave, Denver, CO
Part hair salon, part spa, this sleek--and perpetually busy--Cherry Creek North beautifier appeals to a well-heeled crowd. -
Indulgences Day Spa
3456 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO
Victorian style and personalized service set the tone at this charming Highlands spa.
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Pearl Street Mall
15th St and Pearl St, Boulder, CO
Like the city of Boulder itself, this pedestrian mall is a beautiful place with eclectic shops and restaurants. -
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Red Rocks Park, Morrison, CO
This world-famous concert venue provides a harmonious blend of music and nature. -
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO
Denver's premier cultural attraction showcases world-class art in a building that's a work of art in itself. -
Mount Evans Highway
Colorado 103, Idaho Springs, CO
Summit a fourteener the easy way--from the comfort of your car. -
Denver Botanic Gardens
1005 York St, Denver, CO
An explosion of color, sweet smells and--thanks to live music--even sweeter sounds. -
Coors Brewery Tour
12th St and Ford St, Golden, CO
Golden's most famous product is one of Colorado's biggest tourist attractions.
