You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from BenWinslow: RT @KDVR: Everest tragedy: Colorado climber talks exclusively with FOX31 Denver; at least four dead http://t.co/VJ49SJnG #everest #fox31 a minute ago ziliolodolo: I'm at Croc's Mexican Grill (Denver, CO) http://t.co/gM5HuL88 a minute ago NBAMistress: Best he got --> RT @DCBlackstallion @ Me I'm sure your Denver McNuggets love watching the playoffs. Keep riding hard that OKC bandwagon. a minute ago World / North-America / USA / Denver | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect Colorado's capital Denver is an easy-going city with the magnificent Rocky Mountains as its backdrop. Explore its diverse neighbourhoods, see Native American crafts and enjoy al fresco dining on contemporary 16th Street. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency US Dollar (USD) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements Under the new Electronic Travel System (ESTA) visitors must submit an online application form at least 72 hours before departure. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language English Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT -7 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather The mile-high city has a 300 days' sunshine a year with dry, cold winters and warm summers. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 1 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 110V (Standard American two-pin plug) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety Healthcare in the USA is high quality but expensive making comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover essential. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Denver land at Denver International Airport (8500 Pena Boulevard, 00 1 303 342 2000) from which it's around a 30-minute drive into the city centre by taxi ($46.50) or an hour by shuttle ($18 each way). skyRide public express buses (00 1 303 299 6000) leave from Level 5, Island 5 and cost between $7 and $11 depending on your destination. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Denver Art Museum Denver Art Museum: Containing diverse exhibits, Denver Art Museum boasts one of the US's largest collection of American Indian arts and crafts spanning 2,000 years as well as English art on loan from the Berger Collection with paintings by Gainsborough, Stubbs and Constable. Address: Civic Center Cultural Complex, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO Post Code:80204 Tel No:00 1 720 865 5000 Coors Field Coors Field: Drink beer and see local baseball team the Colorado Rockies hit a home run or two at this downtown stadium. Address: 2001 Blake St # A, Denver, CO Post Code:80205 Tel No:+1 303 292 0200 Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre: This natural outdoor arena was carved from red sandstone over millions of years. Two huge monoliths, Ship Rock and Creation Rock stand either side of the bowl, creating excellent acoustics for regular rock and classical concerts. There are also hiking trails for daytime visits. Address: 18300 West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO Post Code:80465 Tel No:00 1 720 865 2494 Quick Lunch - Buckhorn Exchange Founded by a scout of Buffalo Bill in the late 19th century, Buckhorn Exchange once welcomed Princess Anne, although she probably didn't have the rattlesnake. Address: 1000 Osage Street Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 534 9505 Top Table - Restaurant Kevin Taylor Asian and American fusion cuisine is served at Denver's most luxurious dining room, Restaurant Kevin Taylor. Plush surrounds and attentive service will undoubtedly impress your dining companion. Address: Hotel Teatro, 1106 14th St Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 820 2600 Cheap Eat - Sam's No. 3 Fill up on America's version of bangers and mash in Sam's No. 3, a homey diner which serves comfort food at comfortable prices. Address: 1500 Curtis Street Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 534 1927 On Business - Hyatt Regency The Hyatt Regency Denver is opposite the Convention Centre and offers superior business facilities including a FedEx Business Centre, in-room, high-speed internet access and over 60,000sq ft of meeting space. Book now Address: 650 15th St. Post Code:80202 Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa When the Beatles stayed in this 19th century hotel in 1964 there was a huge increase in housekeeper applicants! Despite its grand history, its rooms, décor and facilities are 21st century. Book now Address: 321 17th St Post Code:80202 Tel No: Cheap Sleep - The Curtis The Curtis is a colourful shrine to pop culture with each floor dedicated to a different genre. Wake up calls are from Elvis and Austin Powers, groovy baby! Book now Address: 1405 Curtis Street Post Code:80202 Tel No: Coffee And Chat - Tattered Cover Tattered Cover (1628 16th Street, 00 1 303 436 1070), one of the nation's largest independent bookshops, is a Denver legend. Housed in a restored mercantile building in the LoDo (Lower Downtown) area, its cosy armchairs and tables are great for a casual coffee. Address: 1628 16th Street Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 436 1070 Formal Presentation - Oxford Hotel The Victorian grandeur of the Oxford Hotel (1600 17th Street, 00 1 303 628 5400) will steel you for a business meeting in the Board Room, part of a 10,000sq ft business centre. Address: 1600 17th Street Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 628 5400 Evening Drinks - The Wynkoop Brewery The Wynkoop Brewery (1634 18th Street, 00 1 303 297 2700) was the first of Colorado's many brewpubs. The turn-of-the-century building hides a cosy atmosphere that's perfect for unwinding. Address: 1634 18th Street Post Code: Tel No:00 1 303 297 2700 Print City guides Atlanta Chicago Dallas Denver Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
