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Things to do in Denver

You can find a lot to do in this large city. Every neighbourhood has its own distinct personality, so don’t be afraid to do a little unplanned exploring. One of the most popular destinations during Denver holidays is City Park. This 300-acre urban park gives you relaxing paths, two gorgeous lakes and even a golf course! The Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature and Science are also in City Park, both great options for nature-lovers.

If you aren’t quite willing to sleep once the sun goes down, you’ll find that Denver has a lively nightlife. The vestiges of the city’s Wild West past haven’t completely left its menus. Dig up a little of that cowboy spirit and try some rattlesnake, buffalo or Rocky Mountain oysters (note: these aren’t oysters!).

Getting to & Around Denver

Touchdown at Denver International Airport (DEN), just 29 km northeast of downtown and many hotels in Denver. Denver does offer some public transportation, but this is really a car town. If you plan on going outside of the downtown area, you’ll save yourself a lot of hassle with a rental car from Wotif.

You won’t have to hit up Denver’s famously numerous pubs to drown your sorrows over paying too much for your holiday; not if you use Wotif to compare prices on Denver hotels, flights and car hire deals. With the money you save, you can order Rocky Mountain oysters for your entire group!