The Locals Denver Guidebook
Food scene
Don't miss the amazing views here just a short distance from the house.
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The Woods
3330 Brighton BlvdDon't miss the amazing views here just a short distance from the house.
An absolute must when visiting Denver. Amazing food with great views and vibes in an old mortuary.
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Linger
2030 W 30th AveAn absolute must when visiting Denver. Amazing food with great views and vibes in an old mortuary.
A must for a nearby unique food experience.
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SuperMegaBien
1260 25th StA must for a nearby unique food experience.
You have to get the breakfast burrito with green chile while you're here. There is a vegetarian option as well!
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Onefold
1420 E 18th AveYou have to get the breakfast burrito with green chile while you're here. There is a vegetarian option as well!
Tavernetta
1889 16th St MallA iconic spot on the 16th Street Mall
Summer Camp themed bar with campfires, secret rooms, swings, and a great happy hour. A unique experience!
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Forest Room 5
2532 15th StSummer Camp themed bar with campfires, secret rooms, swings, and a great happy hour. A unique experience!
Great spot with options for everyone and a beautiful view of the city! Inspired by European markets and food truck roundups, this collective has 7 different restaurant concepts, providing guests with an eclectic mix of affordably priced, chef-inspired cuisine.
651 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Avanti Food and Beverage
3200 North Pecos StreetGreat spot with options for everyone and a beautiful view of the city! Inspired by European markets and food truck roundups, this collective has 7 different restaurant concepts, providing guests with an eclectic mix of affordably priced, chef-inspired cuisine.
The perfect place for amazing authentic Italian food and treats within walking distance. Take out only.
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Lou's Italian Specialties
3357 N Downing StThe perfect place for amazing authentic Italian food and treats within walking distance. Take out only.
THE local coffee shop within walking distance. Please support this POC-owned staple of our community.
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Whittier Cafe
1710 E 25th AveTHE local coffee shop within walking distance. Please support this POC-owned staple of our community.
The Source Hotel is also attached to a large market hall with some incredible well-loved food options, including Safta and Tomaki Den. There are lots of little shops and a wonderful vibe, making this spot great for hanging out and grabbing some food and drink. Parking is tricky, so be prepared to walk a bit if you plan to drive.
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The Source Hotel
3330 Brighton BlvdThe Source Hotel is also attached to a large market hall with some incredible well-loved food options, including Safta and Tomaki Den. There are lots of little shops and a wonderful vibe, making this spot great for hanging out and grabbing some food and drink. Parking is tricky, so be prepared to walk a bit if you plan to drive.
Brasserie Brixton
3701 N Williams StGreat French Food nearby!
Probably the coolest spot in Denver. Plenty of restaurants to choose from and a great area to walk around.
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Larimer Square Historic District
Probably the coolest spot in Denver. Plenty of restaurants to choose from and a great area to walk around.
Another hip area with great vibes and plenty of eats, drinks, and shops for everyone.
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Dairy Block
1800 Wazee StAnother hip area with great vibes and plenty of eats, drinks, and shops for everyone.
Beast and Bottle
106 South Market StreetA top go-to for locals.
One of my favorite spots. Amazing vegan and vegetarian food (even for meat eaters).
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City O' City
206 E 13th AveOne of my favorite spots. Amazing vegan and vegetarian food (even for meat eaters).
Rioja
1431 Larimer StA must Med spot!
Entertainment
The perfect Denver experience to eat and see a show in this brothel turned restaurant/music venue. Check the website for show info! Going outside of showtimes is also an option.
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Ophelia's Electric Soapbox
1215 20th StThe perfect Denver experience to eat and see a show in this brothel turned restaurant/music venue. Check the website for show info! Going outside of showtimes is also an option.
You cannot miss this massive otherworldly immersive art experience planted perfectly between the convergence of 2 highways.
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Meow Wolf Denver
1338 1st StYou cannot miss this massive otherworldly immersive art experience planted perfectly between the convergence of 2 highways.
Denver has a beautiful Botanic Garden that is certainly worth the visit any time of year. In winter, check out the Festival of Lights.
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Jardines Botánicos de Denver
1007 York StDenver has a beautiful Botanic Garden that is certainly worth the visit any time of year. In winter, check out the Festival of Lights.
An important, enjoyable, and interesting museum -- perfect for a chilly or rainy day. Discover history you never knew about and enjoy many of the interactive exhibits.
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Centro de Historia de Colorado
1200 N BroadwayAn important, enjoyable, and interesting museum -- perfect for a chilly or rainy day. Discover history you never knew about and enjoy many of the interactive exhibits.
A less known and unique experience. Hang out in the interesting space and catch the trippy light show.
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La Iglesia Internacional de la Marihuana
400 S Logan StA less known and unique experience. Hang out in the interesting space and catch the trippy light show.
Museo de Arte de Denver
100 W 14th Ave PkwyWell worth the visit!
Perfect to do for history lovers. See the house the "Unsinkable Molly Brown" lived in after the Titanic sinking.
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Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania StPerfect to do for history lovers. See the house the "Unsinkable Molly Brown" lived in after the Titanic sinking.
Former site of the Lowry Air Force Base.
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Museo del Aire y el Espacio Wings Over the Rockies
7711 E Academy BlvdFormer site of the Lowry Air Force Base.
Sightseeing
Another must when visiting Denver, even if you're not going to a show. Walk the trails and the steps, visit the museum, and see the amazing view from the top!
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Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayAnother must when visiting Denver, even if you're not going to a show. Walk the trails and the steps, visit the museum, and see the amazing view from the top!
Stand on the "One Mile Above Sea Level" step at the Capitol building, check out the various government buildings, and the Voorhies Memorial. This is the start of the Epic City Walk I've created. Contact me for details. :)
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Civic Center
Stand on the "One Mile Above Sea Level" step at the Capitol building, check out the various government buildings, and the Voorhies Memorial. This is the start of the Epic City Walk I've created. Contact me for details. :)
City/town information
A fun Wild West town with historic buildings (including a saloon with original swing doors), Nevadaville ghost town, and Hidee Mine where you can go deep in the mine and dig for real gold.
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Central City
A fun Wild West town with historic buildings (including a saloon with original swing doors), Nevadaville ghost town, and Hidee Mine where you can go deep in the mine and dig for real gold.
Parks and Outdoors
Parque Confluence
2250 15th StA beautiful park along the Plate.
Walk the Mile High Trail that loops the large lake and is exactly a mile high! Great view of the city from the Nature and Science Museum.
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City Park
2001 Colorado BlvdWalk the Mile High Trail that loops the large lake and is exactly a mile high! Great view of the city from the Nature and Science Museum.
Consejos para la ciudad
No te pierdas
The Epic Denver Self-Guided Walking Tour
If you have the time and energy, be sure to take this 3.5 mile (mostly flat) self-guided walk I've created that covers the main and best sites in Denver! A mix of touristy and local to please everyone! I can't paste links here, so just ask and I will send it!