COME TO LIFE | Visitor Directory G Swimming Pool E Exercise/Fitness Facilities H Pets Allowed J Free Wifi I Airport Shuttle K Complimentary Breakfast U ADA-Compliant F Restaurant On Site p Free Parking r In-Room Refrigerator m In-Room Microwave The dollar symbols indicate how much you can expect to pay for an average hotel room. $ = Less than $100 MOLLY BROWN HOUSE MUSEUM Explore the home 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 U $$ = $101–200 $$$ = $201–299 $$$$ = $300 and Up FIVE POINTS JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 3 Take part in this free festival to celebrate the history of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood, once known as the Harlem of the West, with live music performances all day. artsandvenuesdenver.com LODGES & CABINS DUNTON HOT SPRINGS Discover the authentic mountain adventure and charm of Dunton. Thirteen luxury cabins can accommodate up to 44 guests and the entire town can be rented for weddings, corporate retreats and special events. Rates include all meals and beverages. duntondestinations.com/hot-springs, reservations@duntondestinations.com, 970-882-4800, 877-288-9922, 8532 County Rd. 38, Dolores, 81323 G E H J I K F p U $$$$ WATER WORLD America’s largest water amusement park. More than 50 attractions/slides for all ages on 70-plus acres. Minutes from downtown Denver. Colorado’s water-coaster capital, wave pools, family raft rides, kids areas, speed slides, thrill rides and more. Free parking. waterworldcolorado.com, guestservices@waterworldcolorado.com, 303-427-7873, 8801 Pecos St., Federal Heights, 80260 U JUNETEENTH MUSIC FESTIVAL: JUNETEENTH WEEKEND JUNE 17–19 One of the nation’s largest Juneteenth celebrations. Celebrate with a parade, live performances, art, vendors and fun for the entire family. juneteenthmusicfestival.com DENVER PRIDEFEST JUNE 24–25 Denver PrideFest features a two-day festival that draws visitors from throughout the state of Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. denverpride.org/fest DRAKE LODGES & CABINS RUSTIC RIVER CABINS Seven all-season, pet-friendly cabins on 16 acres. Built in the mid 1940s, the cabins have a rustic feel that makes you feel part of the Rockies while still maintaining a modern feel, including 26-inch flatscreen TVs with satellite and free wifi. rusticrivercabins.com, rusticrivercabinsrrc@gmail.com, 970-586-8493, 2550 US Hwy. 34, Drake, 80515 H J p r m $$ THE WILD ANIMAL SANCTUARY See more than 500 large carnivores rescued from illegal or abusive situations roaming freely in species-specific habitats on 789 acres of open grassland. The sanctuary is open daily to the public and features a Mile Into the Wild elevated walkway. wildanimalsanctuary.org, information@wildanimalsanctuary.org, 303-536-0118, 2999 County Rd. 53, Denver, 80643 F U FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND JULY 1–4 Don’t miss the holiday weekend in Denver with events including Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July 1–3), Fan Expo (June 30–July 2) and Independence Eve (July 3). denver.org/things-to-do LABOR DAY WEEKEND IN DENVER SEPT. 1–4 Experience Labor Day weekend in Denver with events such as Taste of Colorado, where guests of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy the end-of-summer celebration. denver.org/things-to-do WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Colorado’s Official Air & Space Museum brings history to life — see iconic aircraft, space vehicles, artifacts and much more. Mission: To educate, inspire and excite all people 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 DUMONT RECREATION ATV TOURS COLORADO Thirty miles west of Denver. Experience scenic mountain ATV tours. Navigate Rocky Mountain trails where beauty and history abound. New Polaris ATVs are user friendly, no experience needed. Min. age to drive 16, passengers 1/2 price; min 56 inches tall. atvtourscolorado.com, info@atvtourscolorado.com, 303-868-0874, 3627 Alvarado Rd. #291, Dumont, 80436 U GREAT AMERICAN BEER FESTIVAL SEPT. 21–23 America’s favorite beer festival returns to Denver! The festival is just one part of a week full of all things beer during Denver Beer Week (Sept. 15–23). greatamericanbeerfestival.com 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 the 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 DENVER ARTS WEEK NOV. 3–11 Celebrate The Mile High City’s arts and culture scene with hundreds of events around the city, and don’t miss the largest film festival in the region, the Denver Film Festival. denver.org/denver-arts-week MILE HIGH HOLIDAYS NOV. 2023–JAN. 2024 Feel the warmth of family-friendly performing-arts classics, find the perfect gifts and marvel at elaborate light displays, including the 9NEWS Parade of Lights in downtown Denver. denver.org/milehighholidays DURANGO TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS VISIT DURANGO Get more in Durango! Historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park, Purgatory Ski Resort, rafting, horseback riding, skiing, biking, hiking, historic downtown, art galleries, exceptional dining, craft breweries, downtown festivals and events and more. durango.org, info@durango.org, 970-247-3500, 800-525-8855, 802 Main Ave., Durango, 81301 H J 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 SHOPPING THE SHOPS AT NORTHFIELD 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. shopsatnorthfield.com, info@shopsatnorthfield.com, 303-375-5475, 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver, 80238 U ATTRACTIONS DURANGO & SILVERTON NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD AND MUSEUM Experience the adventure of traveling by historic locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the Old West took over a century ago. Wind through the deep canyons in the remote Rocky Mountain wilderness for an unforgettable journey. durangotrain.com, marketing@durangotrain.com, 970-247-2733, 888-872-4607, 479 Main Ave., Durango, 81301 U FESTIVALS & EVENTS NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW & RODEO JAN. 7–22 Enjoy rodeos featuring top-notch bull riders, horse shows, livestock competitions and auctions at the nation’s premier livestock, rodeo and horse show. nationalwestern.com, 303-296-6977, 4655 Humboldt St., Denver, 80216 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 6–15 miles away. Pets are welcome in specific rooms with a $10 charge per pet per night (call to verify). book.bestwestern.com/ bestwestern/priceAvail.do?propertyCode=06098&, stay@ptarmiganlodge.com, 970-468-2341, 800-842-5939, 652 Lake Dillon Dr., Dillon, 80435 J K p r DENVER RESTAURANT WEEK MARCH 3–12 Take your fill of Denver’s thriving dining scene with the best meals and the best deals at participating restaurants throughout the city. denver.org/denver-restaurant-week DURANGO HOT SPRINGS RESORT & SPA The most amazing water under Mother Earth. Durango Hot Springs Resort was created as an extension of what has always existed here in the incredible healing properties of the natural-mineral hot springs. Reservations are required. durangohotspringsresortandspa.com, info@dhsresort.com, 970-247-0111, 6475 County Rd. 203, Durango, 81301 F CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL: CINCO DE MAYO WEEKEND MAY 5–7 Celebrate one of the largest cultural events in Colorado with live entertainment, hundreds of exhibitors, great food and drink, children’s activities, parade, green chili cook off and more. cincodemayodenver.com DOLORES TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS DOLORES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Dolores is your year-round playground and a perfect basecamp for McPhee Reservoir, Dolores River and San Juan National Forest. Visit the Galloping Goose #5, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, as well as Mesa Verde National Park. visitdolores.com, info@doloreschamber.com, 970-882-4018, 201 Railroad Ave., Dolores, 81323 SOARING TREE TOP ADVENTURES Largest zipline course in US with 27 spans. All-day, family-friendly zipline tour includes 5.5 hours of ziplining, four-course gourmet lunch, ecology tour and round-trip transportation in our private train cars. Rated No. 1 tour in Colorado on Tripadvisor. soaringcolorado.com, info@soaringcolorado.com, 970-769-2357, 964 County Rd. 200, Durango, 81301 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND MAY 26–29 Celebrate the weekend with events and outdoor activities throughout the city, including Denver Day of Rock, a free music festival with four stages throughout downtown. denver.org/things-to-do 180 1-800-COLORADO
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