Welcome to Denver
Introduction
Discover Denver, The Mile High City
Denver, Colorado is a walkable, outdoor city with 300 days of sunshine, brilliant blue skies and breathtaking mountain scenery. Founded in 1858 as a gold mining camp, Denver is located at the base of the majestic Rocky Mountains, 5,280 feet (1,609 meters) above sea level – exactly one mile high. Denver offers urban adventures for all ages, spring, summer, fall or winter. Explore The Mile High City without ever needing a car. Getting into the city center is easy
with direct rail service from Denver International Airport to Denver Union Station.
Places to Visit
- Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater
- Denver Museum of Nature & Science
- Denver Center for the Performing Arts
- Denver Botanic Gardens
- Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
- Denver Art Museum
- Coors Field
- Denver Zoo
- Colorado State Capitol
- Denver Public Library
- Larimer Square
- 16th Street Mall
- Civic Center Park
- Cherry Creek North
Getting to and Travelling around
Travelpack will choose the best flights for you to experience this amazing country. It's now easier than ever to get from Denver International Airport (DEN) to downtown Denver with the opening of the new Denver airport train line. The new Denver airport rail has six stops between the airport and Denver Union Station. The ride takes about 37 minutes.
Best Time and Weather
Low season - Jan to Feb
Shoulder season - April to May
High season - June to August
Important Information
Language
English and Spanish
Currency
American Dollar
Time
GMT- 6 Hour
Visa
You will need a passport with 6 months validity. British travellers do not need a visa for a stay upto 90 days.you should have at least one blank page in your passport.