Denver holds such a special place in our hearts, and we're thrilled that so many of you are taking time to enjoy the area beyond just the wedding! These are some of our favorite activities and restaurants - we hope you'll check them out!

Very Easy

Evergreen Lake, Evergreen, CO

https://dayhikesneardenver.com/evergreen-lake-trail/

Red Rocks, Morrison, CO

https://www.redrocksonline.com/explore-red-rocks/recreation/

Easy

Mount Falcon Park, Morrison, CO

https://dayhikesneardenver.com/mount-falcon-castle-tower-hike/

St. Mary's Glacier, Idaho Springs, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/st-mary-s-glacier

Alderfer Three Sisters Park, Evergreen, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/alderfer-three-sisters-park--2

Moderate

Upper Maxwell Falls Loop, Conifer, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/upper-maxwell-falls-trail

Lair o' the Bear Park, Idledale, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/lair-o-the-bear-park

Staunton State Park, Pine, CO

https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Staunton/Pages/Trails.aspx

Mount Sanitas, Boulder, CO

https://bouldercolorado.gov/trail/mount-sanitas

Difficult

Butler Gulch, Empire, CO

https://bouldercolorado.gov/trail/mount-sanitas

The Flatirons, Boulder, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/first-and-second-flatiron-loop

Herman Gulch, Silver Plume, CO

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/herman-gulch-trail

Elk Falls Trail, Pine, CO

https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Staunton/Pages/Elk-Falls.aspx

Coors Brewery Tour, Golden, CO

https://www.coorsbrewerytour.com/

The tour books up a few weeks in advance, so please be sure to get your tickets ahead of time!

Denver Beer Company (multiple locations)

https://denverbeerco.com/our-taprooms/

Wynkoop Brewing Company, Denver, CO

https://wynkoop.com/brewery/take-a-tour/

Prost Brewing Company (multiple locations)

https://www.prostbrewing.com/

RiNo Neighborhood, Denver, CO

The RiNo neighborhood is home to numerous breweries, all with their own unique brews. If you're looking to try multiple places, we encourage you to take a stroll through the neighborhood and pop into as many places as you can!

https://rinoartdistrict.org/guide/places-to-eat-drink

Fossil Trace Golf Club, Golden, CO

https://fossiltrace.com/

Evergreen Golf Course, Evergreen, CO

https://www.cityofdenvergolf.com/evergreen-golf-course/

Applewood Golf Course, Golden, CO

https://www.applewoodgc.com/

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is truly a one of a kind destination. Its creation in 1941 was thanks to a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) project during the Great Depression intended to put young men to work. As a result, Colorado gained one of the most unique live music venues in the world and has hosted artists such as The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, U2, Stevie Wonder, and Diana Ross. Red Rocks is great for amazing views of the city, some light hikes, and has some great museums documenting the venue's history. Or, if you want to experience Red Rocks the way God intended, check out a show! You can find a schedule of upcoming shows and book tickets here: https://www.redrocksonline.com/events/?view=grid

A bit of a drive from Denver, but totally worth it, is Garden of the Gods. The Garden of the Gods Park is a designated National Natural Landmark in Colorado Springs. The red rock formations jutting straight out of the ground are nothing but magnificent. Similar to Red Rocks, Garden of the Gods is a beautiful place to take in some breathtaking scenery and partake in some light hikes in the shadow of Pike's Peak, one of Colorado's "14ers."

https://gardenofgods.com/plan-your-trip/

Colorado's most popular National Park is a must visit for anyone who loves the natural beauty that Colorado has to offer. Rocky Mountain has a little bit of everything, from meadows in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks. Keep your eyes peeled for some wildlife viewing, including elk and maybe even a bear! Timed Entry Permits are required for entrance to the Park, so if this is something you would like to do while in Colorado, we recommend planning your trip early.

https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm

Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, Golden, CO

https://www.rmqm.org/

Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory Tour, Boulder, CO

https://celestialseasonings.com/pages/tea-tour

Meow Wolf Convergence Station, Denver, CO

https://meowwolf.com/visit/denver

Georgetown Loop Railroad, Georgetown, CO

https://www.georgetownlooprr.com/schedules-fares/

U.S. Mint, Denver, CO

https://www.usmint.gov/about/mint-tours-facilities/denver/visiting-the-denver-mint

Tickets are only available same day for tours Monday-Thursday.

Breakfast/Brunch

Snooze Eatery (multiple locations)

https://www.snoozeeatery.com/

Jelly Cafe (multiple locations)

https://eatmorejelly.com/

Denver Biscuit Company (multiple locations) (Aili's favorite)

https://www.theatomiccowboy.com/denbisco

Blue Sky Cafe, Lakewood, CO

http://www.blueskycafe.biz/

Lunch

Jerusalem's Restaurant, Denver, CO

https://www.jerusalemrestaurant.com/

Bob's Atomic Burgers, Golden, CO (this is where Isaac took Aili on his "hometown date")

https://www.bobsatomicburgers.net/

Spanky's Roadhouse, Denver, CO

https://spankysur.com/

Beau Jo's Pizza, Idaho Springs, CO (put the honey on the crust!!!)

https://www.beaujos.com/

Snarf's Sandwiches (multiple locations)

https://www.eatsnarfs.com/

Dinner

The Bronze Empire Hot Pot, Denver, CO

https://www.thebronzeempire.com/

Sherpa House, Golden, CO

https://sherpa.house/

Homegrown Tap & Dough, Denver, CO

https://www.tapanddough.com/

Barcelona Wine Bar, Denver, CO (the location of Aili and Isaac's first Valentine's Day dinner together)

https://barcelonawinebar.com/location/denver/