Pedestrian-friendly outdoor mall stretching one mile across downtown Denver. Designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, the pedestrian promenade is made of red, white and gray granite in a repeating pattern that, seen from above, resembles the skin of a diamondback rattlesnake. Free shuttle buses, dubbed the MallRide, travel up and down the 16th Street Mall, stopping on every corner. Hop on and hop off as the shuttles come and go every few minutes and make everything downtown easy to reach.

The Mall offers Denver's best people watching. There are 42 outdoor cafes along the Mall, making it the perfect place to grab a bite to eat or have a drink. DenverPavilions, near the south end of the Mall, is a shopping and dining complex with 12 movie theaters and more than two dozen shops and restaurants. At the north end of the Mall, 16th Street continues as a pedestrian path over three bridges connecting downtown to Commons Park and LoHi, a hip neighborhood filled with restaurants and brewpubs. Points of interest along the Mall include the D&F Tower, a two-thirds replica of the Campanile of St. Marks in Venice that was the highest building west of the Mississippi when it was built in 1909.

After dark, horse-drawn carriages and pedi-cabs carry people up and down the Mall, while nearly a million lights twinkle above in the more than 200 trees that line the promenade.

As the Mile High City's oldest and most historic block, the buildings along Larimer Square are now home to an inspired mix of independent shops, chef-driven restaurants and lively bars & clubs.

You'll find everything from one-of-a-kind fashion to vibrant nightlife—all with our signature canopy of lights above.

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a naturally formed, world-famous outdoor venue just fifteen miles west of Denver (you need a car). Red Rocks is recognized for its star-studded concert roster, natural acoustics and ambience, as well as its awe-inspiring hiking and biking trails. The Visitor Center features interactive educational displays, a short film on its geologic and musical history, a Performer's Hall of Fame and delicious food at Ship Rock Grille.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre offers a variety of recreation options for everyone – from drive-through sightseers, family picnickers, nature lovers, and outdoor exercise enthusiasts. Around you are 868 acres of deer, dinosaurs, pines and prairie, geological wonders and spectacular vistas. At 6,450 feet above sea level, Red Rocks Park is a unique transitional zone where the Great Plains meets the Rocky Mountains. The diverse environment allows visitors to see plants, birds and animals of both regions. Whatever your pleasure, enjoy discovering the venue and park. You can park for free and walk the grounds, and there's a free museum indoors with lots of information about all the bands who have played the theater.

The Coors Brewery in Golden is the largest single-site brewery in the world. Located just 15 miles west of Denver, it still stands on the same ground where Mr. Coors set up shop in 1873. On the Coors Brewery Tour get an up-close look at what goes on inside the brewery. The 30-minute tour highlights the malting, brewing and packaging processes before finishing off with a cold sample fresh from the tap.

Tours begin in the southeast corner of the visitor parking lot, 13th & Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401. A free ticket is required for the Brewery Tour. Receive your ticket when you ride the tour bus to the Brewery.

At the end of the tour, view old photos, neons, historical beer cans, bottles and memorabilia, and have the opportunity to sample* our refreshing products. Be sure to shop in the Coors & Co. gift shop.

Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Tours are free of charge. Photos are permitted along the route. Samples of our great beers are available in limited quantity to those 21 years and older with a valid, government-issued ID. Non-alcohol beverages also are available.

Hours of Operation:
Thursday-Monday: 10am-4pm
Sunday: Noon-4pm
Closed Tuesdays and WednesdaysPlease note that you may have to wait in line outside so be prepared for all weather conditions.

Located in the Pikes Peak region in Colorado Springs, the park is just over an hour south of Denver (need a car). It makes for a beautifully scenic drive, and you can get out and hike, bike, climb, meditate--it's a perfectly serene environment.

The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center is the most visited attraction in the Pikes Peak region, offering FREE admission, iconic views, new interactive museum exhibits, world class shopping, and the fun and exciting Geo-Trekker Theater movie experience.

Open 8am - 7pm daily

Just 30-40 minutes northwest of Denver on US 36, Boulder is a lively city at the heart of where the plains meet the Rockies. Walk/hike around the beautiful Flatirons, explore the shops and restaurants of Pearl Street, visit the gorgeous red-clay-roofed campus of the University of Colorado, and stroll along Boulder Creek. The atmosphere is unique in Boulder and it's definitely worth a look!

If you're planning to spend a few days in Colorado, drive up through Boulder, take a look around, and keep on going to Rocky Mountain National Park--listed next!

An hour and a half drive northwest of Denver (passing through Boulder!), Estes Park and the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park are absolutely breathtaking! Walk the mountain-town streets of Estes--and maybe run into an Elk! Visit the historic Stanley Hotel, which was the inspiration for Steven King's The Shining. Drive 10 minutes out of the town and enter Rocky Mountain National Park. A one-day automobile pass is $20--and it's oh so worth it!

With majestic mountains, tundra wildflowers, abundant wildlife, Trail Ridge Road (the highest paved road in the US--usually open until the end of October), and over 350 miles of trails, Rocky Mountain National Park is spectacular! From flat easy hikes around a mountain lake to challenging multi-day backpack trips and climbs, Rocky Mountain National Park offers trails for hikers of every level!

Idaho Springs is just 40 minutes west of Denver, straight up I-70 into the mountains (need a car). It's a great mountain town with lots to explore. The mine is a unique experience that really captures the heart of America's drive west in search of gold!

"Your tour of the ARGO includes a view into the past history of the ARGO Mill and Tunnel through viewing a history movie that will explain its' origins. Our walking tour historians will offer a demonstration of mining equipment outside the gift shop and tour office, then transport you up to our ore mine, the DOUBLE EAGLE. From there, you will enter the 5 story ARGO Mill and descend through the myriad of artifacts left in place from the days when the MIGHTY ARGO was in full production. After you reach the bottom, enjoy looking through the fantastic array of mining artifacts and equipment at the base of the ARGO Mill in our museum room. It is chock full of antique photos that are great visual representations of what took place here at the ARGO and in the Idaho Springs area during the Rocky Mountain Gold Rush Era. When you come out of the ARGO Mill, you will find yourself in our panning yard where we offer a gold panning lesson and assist you in finding real gold ore. AND – you keep what you find! We also offer gold panning and gem panning separately from the tours for late arrivers and those who have limited time but would like to enjoy some of the ARGO experience."

If you have the time to travel a bit deeper into the mountains (1.5-2hrs from Denver), take I-70 straight up to Summit County. You can take in the views of beautiful Dillon Reservoir, stroll the mountainy streets of Breckenridge, or explore all the amazing hiking around the off-season ski meccas of Breck, Copper, and Keystone. This is an awesome part of the state with tons to see and do!

Dive into the Wild West history and modern pulse of Denver on a fascinating walking tour with a private guide. Learn how the Colorado capital blossomed from a frontier mining camp into a buzzing metropolis as you hear tales of the colorful characters and unusual events that shaped the city's past.

Meet up with your guide outside the striking modern edifice of the Denver Art Museum and set off on foot through the city streets, listening to entertaining tales about the unique history of this relatively young city. Hear about pioneer times and the frontier era, and get acquainted with the stories of the city's founders.

Stroll among architecturally significant historic buildings, and see how newer structures are popping up among the old as Denver grows and changes in contemporary times. Pick up interesting trivia and tidbits from your knowledgeable guide, and be sure to gather some pointers on historically interesting places to check out during the rest of your stay.