Visitor Directory | COME TO LIFE ATTRACTIONS GARDEN OF THE GODS VISITOR AND NATURE CENTER No. 1 visited attraction in the city; 14-minute HD movie, nature museum, 30 interactive exhibits, award-winning gift shop, cafe with spectacular views, free park map, guided walks, nature talks, birding, hiking and adventure programs. Free nature center. gardenofgods.com, office@gardenofgods.com, 719-634-6666, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs 80904 H F U HOTELS & MOTELS CANDLEWOOD SUITES-CRAIG NORTHWEST COLORADO Make yourself at ease at the Candlewood Suites-Craig Northwest. The hotel offers full kitchens in every room, HD TVs, DVD player, free guest laundry and WiFi included. Other guest amenities include Candlewood Gym, Cupboard and Lending Locker. ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/craig/ cigcw/hoteldetail, cigcw@yahoo.com, 970-824-8400, 877-660-8543, 92 Commerce St., Craig 81625 E H J p r m U $ DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Mixes family fun, upscale-casual 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 50,000-gallon aquarium. aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver, 303-561-4450, 700 Water St., Denver 80211 F U ELITCH GARDENS THEME & WATER PARK Colorado’s largest theme and water park, celebrating over 130 years of fun! From roller coasters to kid rides, a water park and tons of special events, there are thrills for all. Visit ElitchGardens.com for more info and to purchase tickets. elitchgardens.com, info@elitchgardens.com, 303-595-4386, 2000 Elitch Cir., Denver 80204 F U PRORODEO HALL OF FAME Visit the colorful history and equally colorful legends of professional rodeo. Guests start their tour in the Hall of Champions and continue their way through exhibits about saddles, chaps, hats and other rodeo equipment over the decades. prorodeohalloffame.com, stadken@prorodeo.com, 719-528-4764, 101 Pro Rodeo Dr., Colorado Springs 80919 CRESTONE TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS 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 Sangri-la, Crestone beckons travelers to come, experience and remember. townofcrestone.colorado.gov, 719-256-4313, PO Box 331, Crestone 81131 FORNEY MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION Explore one of America’s largest and most unique transportation collections, featuring Union Pacific’s “Big Boy,” world’s largest steam locomotive; Amelia Earhart’s first car; motorcycles; bicycles; aircraft; automobiles and special rotating exhibits. forneymuseum.org, customerservice@forneymuseum.org, 303-297-1113, 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver 80216 U BED & BREAKFASTS BED AND BREAKFAST INNKEEPERS OF COLORADO ASSOCIATION Bed and breakfasts across the state. A wide variety of inns with accommodations tailor-made for you. Rest at the best Colorado has to offer. Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado members are dedicated to quality and personalized service. innsofcolorado.org, info@innsofcolorado.org, PO Box 38416, Colorado Springs 80937 H F r m U MOLLY BROWN HOUSE MUSEUM Explore the home DELTA TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS DELTA COUNTY TOURISM Delta County offers premier outdoor recreation in any season. Enjoy hiking, biking and OHV trails, two 18-hole golf courses, skydiving, Gold Medal waters, 13 wineries and an abundance of agriculture for the farm-to-table experience. #DeltaCounty visitdeltacounty.com, tourism@deltacounty.com, 970-874-2108, 560 Dodge St., Delta 81416 U CORTEZ TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS MESA VERDE COUNTRY TOURISM OFFICE Home to magnificent Mesa Verde National Park, we connect you to the ancient past. Cortez, Dolores and Mancos offer comfy accommodations, unique cuisine, wineries, breweries, art and all kinds of outdoor fun. Ancient adventures await! mesaverdecountry.com, info@mesaverdecountry.com, 970-565-4048, 928 E. Main, Cortez 81321 of Titanic survivor Margaret “Molly” Brown via guided or self-guided experiences. Hear the inspiring story of Margaret and J.J. Brown, both humanitarians and philanthropists who helped shape and improve our community. mollybrown.org, admin@mollybrown.org, 303-832-4092, 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203 J U WATER WORLD America’s largest water amusement park. More than 50 attractions/slides for all ages on 70-plus acres. Minutes from downtown Denver. Colorado’s first watercoaster, wave pools, family raft rides, kids areas, speed slides, thrill rides and more. Free parking. waterworldcolorado.com, guestservices@waterworldcolorado.com, 303-427-7873, 8801 Pecos St., Federal Heights 80260 U DENVER ATTRACTIONS THE BEER SPA BY SNUG Voted best day spa in Denver. Modern wellness space that combines a day spa with a craft-beer bar. Whether relaxing after work or living it up on vacation, come enjoy our beer-inspired spa services while sipping on a locally sourced craft beverage. thebeerspa.com, hello@thebeerspa.com, 720-810-1484, 3004 N. Downing St., Denver 80205 U WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Colorado’s official Air and Space Museum — a WWII-era hangar with an extensive collection of iconic aircraft and aerospace exhibits. Mission: To educate and inspire people of all ages about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. wingsmuseum.org, info@wingsmuseum.org, 303-360-5360, 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver 80230 U LODGES & CABINS CANYON OF THE ANCIENTS GUEST RANCH Nestled amid the majesty of Ute Mountain in peaceful McElmo Canyon, where the mountains meet the desert. A working ranch with 5 luxurious cabins/ houses offering you amazing connection with animals and incredible cultural and archaeological experiences. canyonoftheancients.com, reservations@canyonoftheancients.com, 970-565-4288, 7950 Rd. G, Cortez 81321 H J p r m $$$–$$$$ DENVER ART MUSEUM Explore the museum’s extensive art collections, exhibitions and hands-on creative spaces. The whole family will love the reimagined Martin Building and expanded campus in the heart of Denver. Free general admission every day for kids 18 and under. denverartmuseum.org, info@denverartmuseum.org, 720-865-5000, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver 80204 U BED & BREAKFASTS CAPITOL HILL MANSION BED AND BREAKFAST INN 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 modern amenities and conveniences. capitolhillmansion.com, info@capitolhillmansion.com, 303-839-5221, 800-839-9329, 1207 N. Pennsylvania St., Denver 80203 J K p r COTOPAXI RECREATION ARKANSAS RIVER TOURS Connecting more than 300,000 guests to the river since 1973. ART provides premium rafting and fishing tours on the Arkansas and Gunnison rivers. Convenient locations in Cañon City near the Royal Gorge and riverside in Cotopaxi. arkansasrivertours.com, info@arkansasrivertours.com, 719-942-4362, 800-321-4352, 19487 US Hwy. 50, Cotopaxi 81223 U DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS 24-acre urban oasis features native, exotic and xeric plants, Tropical Conservatory, Science Pyramid and Mordecai Children’s Garden. Explore the new Freyer -Newman Center for art galleries, the Helen Fowler Library, auditorium and more. botanicgardens.org, feedback@botanicgardens.org, 720-865-3500, 1007 York St., Denver 80206 F U DINING 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 CRAIG TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS VISIT MOFFAT COUNTY / MOFFAT COUNTY TOURISM ASSOCIATION Moffat County, Colorado’s Great Northwest. The pioneers called it Colorado’s last frontier. It still is. Where the West runs wild, find open spaces, including nearly 2 million acres of public lands in our very special corner of Colorado. Welcome! visitmoffatcounty.com, mcta@moffatcounty.net, 970-824-2335, 775 Yampa Ave., Suite 105, Craig 81625 DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE Explore one of Denver’s top family attractions. Experience ancient fossils, dazzling gems and minerals, majestic wildlife, recent discoveries from outer space, Egyptian mummies, exhibits about the human body, traveling special exhibitions and more. dmns.org, guestservices@dmns.org, 303-370-6000, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver 80205 F U SHOPPING THE SHOPS AT NORTHFIELD STAPLETON Conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown Denver and 20 minutes to DIA, Northfield Stapleton is an outdoor shopping district featuring Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Macy’s, Harkins Theaters 18, JCPenney and 80-plus specialty shops and restaurants. northfieldstapleton.com, info@northfieldstapleton.com, 303-375-5464, 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver 80238 DENVER ZOO Whether it’s baby animals, new exhibits or old favorites, there’s always something to be wild about at Denver Zoo. Denver Zoo is home to more than 3,500 animals and has championed more than 600 conservation and research projects around the world. denverzoo.org, guestcare@denverzoo.org, 720-337-1400, 2900 E. 23rd Ave., Denver 80205 F U COLORADO . COM 181
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