Visitor Directory / COME TO LIFE CRESTONE ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS TOWN OF CRESTONE A cultural center, alive with diversity and futuristic vision. Pristine alpine lakes, sand dunes, hiking and views. Home to international spiritual centers like the hidden city of Shangri-la, Crestone beckons travelers to come, experience and remember. crestonecreativedistrict.com, 719-256-5445, PO Box 331, Crestone 81131 DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE Explore one of Denver’s top family attractions. Experience ancient fossils, dazzling gems and minerals, majestic wildlife, the latest discoveries from outer space, Egyptian mummies, exhibits about the human body and more. dmns. org, info@dmns.org, 303-370-6000, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver 80205 F U $ sual dining and spectacular marine life. Explore the Aquarium Adventure exhibit with more than 1 million gallons of extraordinary exhibits, then dine in the Aquarium Restaurant seated around a 150,000-gallon aquarium. aquariumrestaurants.com/downtown aquariumdenver, 303-561-4450, 888-561-4450, 700 Water St., Denver 80211 F U Gardens Theme & Water Park is a must-see destination for all locals, visitors and families. Operating on 63 acres, it is America’s only downtown theme and water park. Open May through October. elitchgardens.com, info@elitchgardens.com, 303-595-4386, 2000 Elitch Cir., Denver 80204 F U $ HOTELS/MOTELS COMFORT INN – DENVER CENTRAL Close to downtown DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Mixes family fun, upscale-ca-Denver, Mile High Stadium, Coors Field, Pepsi Center and many attractions. One and a half miles to the Denver Coliseum and adjacent to the Denver Mart. choicehotels.com/colorado/denver/comfort-inn-hotels/ co002, holly@coloradohospitality.com, 303-297-1717, 401 E. 58th Ave., Denver 80216 G E H J K F r m U downtown Denver and conveniently located off I-70 near the Stapleton development area. Free breakfast with hot waffles. Near Denver International Airport, Denver Coliseum, the Denver Zoo, Pepsi Center, Elitch’s and Coors Field. choicehotels.com/colorado/ denver/comfort-inn-hotels/co192, fdcomfortnortheast@ gmail.com, 303-388-8100, 4685 Quebec St., Denver 80216 E H J K p r m U $ The refreshed Grand Hyatt Denver Downtown is located in the heart of the Mile High City’s business district. It is within walking dis-tance of its best attractions and one short block from the 16th Street Mall. Featuring Pub 17 on Welton Street. denver.grand.hyatt.com, qualitydenrd@hyatt.com, 303-295-1234, 800-233-1234, 1750 Welton St., Denver 80202 G E H J I F r U COMFORT INN & SUITES DENVER NORTH Minutes from CRIPPLE CREEK ATTRACTIONS CRIPPLE CREEK BUTTE THEATER Cripple Creek’s historic Butte Theater is home to year-round live professional theatrical performances, musical entertainment and classic melodrama. Fun for the entire family. buttetheater.com, mmoser@cripple-creek.co.us, 719-689-6402, 139 E. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek 80813 U ELITCH GARDENS THEME & WATER PARK Since 1890, Elitch GRAND HYATT DENVER DELTA ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS DELTA COUNTY: CEDAREDGE, CRAWFORD, DELTA, ECKERT, HOTCHKISS, ORCHARD CITY & PAONIA Fresh views, fresh air, fresh water — need some fresh perspective? Point your “I need something new” com-pass toward Our Side of the Divide. This is Delta County. With playgrounds from 4,000 feet to 11,000 feet, you’ll want to find us. deltacountycolorado.com, kelli@ deltacountycolorado.com, 970-874-9532, 501 Palmer, Delta 81416 U FORNEY MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION Explore Colorado’s largest and most unique transportation col-lection. See the world’s largest steam locomotive, Union Pacific’s “Big Boy,” Amelia Earhart’s first car and special rotating exhibits. Open year-round Mon.–Sat. 10am–4pm and Sun. noon–4pm. forneymuseum.org, customer service@forneymuseum.org, 303-297-1113, 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver 80216 U Center is designed to ignite imaginations of all ages about Colorado history through high-tech and hands-on exhibits, programming and special events. Exhibits share the stories of Colorado’s people over the past 10,000 years. historycoloradocenter.org, kelly.williams@state. co.us, 303-447-8679, 1200 Broadway, Denver 80203 F U Victorian home of Titanic survivor Molly Brown. Born Margaret Tobin in Hannibal, MO, in 1867, tour guests experience the profound changes Margaret Brown wit-nessed in her lifetime and hear about her role in shaping America. mollybrown.org, admin@mollybrown.org, 303-832-4092, 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203 U park. More than 50 attractions for all ages minutes from downtown Denver. Colorado’s first watercoaster, wave pools, family raft rides, kids areas, speed slides, dark rides and much more. Free parking, picnics welcome. waterworldcolorado.com, info@hylandhills.org, 303-427-7873, 8801 N. Pecos St., Denver 80260 $ carnivores rescued from illegal or abusive situations roaming free in species-specific habitats on 720 acres of open grassland. The sanctuary is open daily to the pub-lic and features a Mile Into the Wild elevated walkway. wildanimalsanctuary.org, information@wildlife-sanc tuary.org, 303-536-0118, 1946 Weld County Rd. 53, Denver 80643 U a B-52 to the Star Wars X-wing, our museum, housed in a 1930s Air Force hangar, features dozens of historic airplanes, space vehicles and interactive exhibits. Open daily. Visit WingsMuseum.org for more information. wingsmuseum.org, info@wingsmuseum.org, 303-360-5360, 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver 80230 U HYATT REGENCY DENVER AT COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER Award-winning hotel one block from 16th Street Mall in downtown Denver and two blocks from theater district with 1,100 newly refreshed guest rooms with free WiFi adjacent to Colorado Convention Center. 27th-floor Peaks Lounge with panoramic views. denver.regency.hyatt.com, qualitydencc@hyatt.com, 303-436-1234, 800-233-1234, 650 15th St., Denver 80202 G E J I F U HISTORY COLORADO CENTER The History Colorado QUALITY INN & SUITES – DENVER/DIA Just minutes from HOTELS/MOTELS QUALITY INN – DELTA Near Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Escalante Canyon and Grand Mesa. Fresh-baked cookies served nightly. Spacious rooms with wireless internet. Free full hot breakfast. choice hotels.com/colorado/delta/quality-inn-hotels/co713, gm.co713@choicehotels.com, 970-874-1000, 877-424-6423, 180 Gunnison River Dr., Delta 81416 H r m U MOLLY BROWN HOUSE MUSEUM Explore the 1889 Denver International Airport, we offer the comfort and service to make your stay a memorable one. Whether you are in Denver on business or catching an early flight in the morning, you’ll enjoy our pillow-top mattresses and hot breakfast buffet. choicehotels.com/colora do/denver/quality-inn-hotels/co235, gm.co235@choice hotels.com, 303-371-5300, 6890 Tower Rd., Denver 80249 G E H J I K p r m U $–$$ location near DIA, just a short drive from the light-rail sta-tion with easy access to downtown. Choose from com-fortable rooms and suites that fit any budget and enjoy a full range of amenities including a free hot breakfast buffet. qualityinndenverstapleton.com, 303-388-6161, 3737 Quebec St., Denver 80207 near interstates 25 and 70, the Quality Inn Central Denver is just minutes from downtown Denver and many popular attractions such as Coors Field ballpark, the Denver Coliseum and the Denver Mart. choicehotels. com/colorado/denver/quality-inn-hotels/co006, gm@ qualityinndenver.com, 303-296-4000, 800-964-4001, 200 W. 48th Ave., Denver 80216 G E H J K p r U $–$$ RECREATION WATER WORLD America’s premier aquatic amusement QUALITY INN & SUITES DENVER STAPLETON A convenient SWEITZER LAKE STATE PARK Day-use park with great picnic sites surrounding a beautiful 137-acre lake. Swimming, boating, jet skiing and wildlife viewing. cpw.state. co.us/placestogo/parks/sweitzerlake, sweitzer.park@ state.co.us, 970-874-4258, 1735 E. Rd., Delta 81416 H DENVER ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS DENVER, THE MILE HIGH CITY Denver is a vibrant outdoor city full of urban adventure waiting to be explored. Experience The Mile High City’s 300 days of sunshine, walkable downtown, thriving arts and cul-ture, award-winning dining, craft brewing and Rocky Mountain backdrop. visitdenver.com, visitorinfo@ visitdenver.com, 303-892-1505, 800-233-6837, Tourist Information Center: 1575 California St., Denver 80202 Discover outdoor Colorado. Free trip-planning help, maps, brochures and website. Where to hike, bike, camp, climb, paddle, snowshoe and ski. Great for any-one new to Colorado and those wanting new places to explore. Recommended by Lonely Planet. oriconline. org, oriccolorado@yahoo.com, 303-756-3100, 1416 Platte St. inside the REI Flagship Store, Denver 80202 THE WILD ANIMAL SANCTUARY See more than 400 large QUALITY INN DENVER CENTRAL Conveniently located WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM From SHOPPING CHERRY CREEK SHOPPING CENTER Colorado’s premier OUTDOOR RECREATION INFORMATION CENTER (ORIC) BED & BREAKFASTS shopping destination minutes from downtown with over 160 shops, including 40 stores exclusive to the area such as Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Louis Vuitton and Tory Burch. Customized group and FIT tours available. shopcherrycreek.com/tourism, patlee13@ aol.com, 303-388-3900, 800-424-6360, 3000 E. 1st Ave., Denver 80206 downtown and Denver International Airport, Northfield Stapleton is an open-air shopping district anchored by Macy’s, Bass Pro Shop, GameWorks, Improv Comedy Club, Texas de Brazil and more than 80 shops and restaurants. northfieldstapleton.com, info@north fieldstapleton.com, 303-375-5475, 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver 80238 U CAPITOL HILL MANSION BED AND BREAKFAST INN THE SHOPS AT NORTHFIELD STAPLETON Located between ATTRACTIONS BYERS-EVANS HOUSE MUSEUM Enjoy a tour of one of Denver’s historic homes, built in 1883. Guided tours take visitors through the elegant residence, richly filled with original Evans family furnishings. byersevanshouse museum.org, jillian.allison@state.co.us, 303-620-4933, 1310 Bannock St., Denver 80204 Denver! Libeskind-designed Hamilton Building, renowned American Indian collection, European and American painting and sculpture, contemporary art and more. Daily family-friendly programs and tours, restaurant and shop. denverartmuseum.org, info@denverartmuse um.org, 720-865-5000, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver 80204 F U native, exotic and xeric plants, a tropical rainforest and the Science Pyramid. Art exhibitions have featured the likes of Henry Moore and Dale Chihuly. Mordecai Children’s Garden offers a place for kids to learn and play. botanicgardens.org, feedback@botanic gardens.org, 720-865-3501, 1007 York St., Denver 80206 F U 1891 Richardson Romanesque Victorian inn in downtown Denver. Walk to convention center, mall and museums. The inn features eight luxurious guest rooms and suites with a unique experience and the modern amenities and conveniences. capitolhill mansion.com, info@capitolhillmansion.com, 303-839-5221, 800-839-9329, 1207 N. Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203 J K p r A historic Denver stone castle in the heart of Denver’s City Park and Capitol Hill neighborhoods. Castle Marne features nine rooms decorated in the Victorian style with modern conveniences and is des-ignated a National Historic Landmark. castlemarne. com, info@castlemarne.com, 303-331-0621, 800-926-2763, 1572 Race St., Denver 80206 J K p $$–$$$$ HISTORIC CASTLE MARNE BED AND BREAKFAST INN TRANSPORTATION COLORADO VACATIONS Transportation provided for all DENVER ART MUSEUM World-class art in the heart of arranged itinineraries for 1 to 75 guests. colorado-vacations.net, info@colorado-vacations.net, 303-504-0405, 888-321-0103, 5078 E Hampden Ave., Denver 80222 DILLON HOTELS/MOTELS BEST WESTERN PTARMIGAN LODGE Best Western Ptarmigan Lodge is located steps away from Lake Dillon and Dillon Marina. Keystone, Breckenridge, Copper and Arapahoe Basin are 6 to 15 miles away. Pets are welcome in certain rooms with a $10 charge per pet per night. ptarmiganlodge.com, stay@ptarm iganlodge.com, 970-468-2341, 800-842-5939, 652 Lake Dillon Dr., Dillon 80435 J K p r DINING DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS 24-acre urban oasis features BUCKHORN EXCHANGE RESTAURANT Denver’s oldest restaurant, with Colorado’s No. 1 liquor license, serving prime beef steaks, buffalo, elk, baby-back ribs and other fabulous game specialties. Magnificently decorated. Reservations recommended. Free parking. buckhorn. com, info@buckhorn.com, 303-534-9505, 1000 Osage St., Denver 80204 COLORADO.COM / 201
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