The Basics
City Name: Denver
Where is it located?: Denver is located in the north central part of Colorado, which is one of the mountain states.
Why do people go there?: At the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Denver is one of the country’s highest elevated capitals. The mile high city boasts some of the most beautiful views as well!
How do travelers get there?: Most people fly or drive, but you can grab a bus as well.
Currency: US Dollar
City Code: 720/303
Population: 600,000
Languages: English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Alamo Placita, Athmar Park, Auraria, Baker, Barnum, Barnum West, Bear Valley, Belcaro, Berkeley, Burns Brentwood, Byers, Capitol Hill, Central Business District, Chaffee Park, Cheesman Park, Cherry Creek, City Park, City Park West, Civic Center, Clayton, Cole, College View, Congress Park, Cory-Merrill, Country Club, Crestmoor, Curtis Park, East Colfax, East Highlands, Elyria-Swansea, Five Points, Fort Logan, Gateway, Globeville, Golden Triangle, Goldsmith, Green Valley Ranch, Hale, Hampden, Hampden Heights, Hampden South
Attractions: Coors Brewery, Denver Art Museum Native American Collection, Black American West Museum and Heritage Center
Accommodations: Denver Hostels, Denver Hotels
Tourist Office: Denver Tourist Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Bonnie Brae Ice Cream, Sunset at Mt Evans, Dinosaur Ridge, Green Mountain
Health Issues: No major health issue.
Tips for Visiting
When to go: If you’re into skiing, come during the winter. If you don’t like the cold, try for late spring or early fall.
City Specific Events: Dragon Boat Festival every July, Moon Festival every September and the Chinese New Year
How to get around?: Denver is very walk and shuttle-able, although buses will do the trick as well.
Good to know: Denver is called the “Mile-High City” because it is one mile above sea level elevation.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The main airport serving cheaper flights to Denver is the Denver International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Denver travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
