Traveling Tips and Coupons for Denver
Things to do in Denver
One of the most popular activities for Denver tourists and residents alike is hitting the slopes at a comfy ski lodge or winter resort. With some of the best slopes in the country, you won't find a better opportunity to shred the snow! Budget travelers will probably want to stay closer to the city/downtown area, and take day trips to the nearby ski and snowboard slopes; this will most likely provide a more affordable hotel stay. Also, be sure to check online for the latest travel deals for Denver vacation packages which include budget-friendly prices and exclusive promotional offers like Kids Ski FREE at Keystone, and up to 35% savings at Beaver Run Resort in Breckenridge. Southwest Vacations and Expedia are two great resources to turn to when looking for the best Colorado ski vacation packages. They update their travel deals and coupons every month (more frequently during certain times of the year) so there's always an opportunity to save money on your Denver vacation.The landscape of Denver is absolutely breathtaking, and just getting outdoors is a vacation in itself. Throughout the area, Denver has over 200 parks as well as nearly 14,000 acres of mountain parks. This includes Red Rocks Park which features Red Rocks Amphitheater where spectacular scenery and music are always on the menu. Outdoor lovers can also take advantage of a variety of recreational activities including biking, hiking, horseback adventures and rafting.
Families will love the Denver Zoo and the Denver aquarium where visitors can get an up close look of land and marine animals in natural habitats. Admission rates for the zoo vary depending on the time of year, but purchasing tickets online at DenverZoo.org allows you to avoid the lines. There is currently a Denver aquarium coupon that gives you 10% off entry to the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit for up to 10 people. Visit Denver.org to redeem.
Now no visit to Denver would be complete without seeing John Elway's Broncos in action at Sports Authority Field at Mile High; or seeing your favorite NFL team coming to town and whooping up on the hometown heroes! Save money on tickets to a Denver Broncos game by purchasing online with a coupon discount. TicketsNow is a great option and you can take advantage of a 5% discount on ticket purchases with Coupon Shack's exclusive coupon!
Denver Attractions
Those who enjoy a more urban atmosphere with shopping and attractions need to wander around downtown Denver for a day or two; which The Brookings Institution ranks as the fourth most walkable downtown in the nation, BTW. But if you're not much of a walker, no worries. The FREE shuttle bus on the 16th Street Mall makes everything downtown easily accessible. A couple must see attractions in the downtown area are the Colorado State Capitol and the Denver Art Museum. The Colorado State Capitol offers FREE tours on weekdays and the dome features a spectacular view of the mountains in Denver's backdrop. The Denver Art Museum is another must see Denver attraction where tourists can view a great collection of Native American art and thousands of other art objects including works from European masters, Old West classics and a variety of traveling exhibits. Children up to 5 years are admitted free, youth 6-18 admission is $5, and adults are $13. Students and seniors receive a discounted admission rate of $10, and Colorado residents also receive discounted rates. Visit DenverArtMuseum.org to purchase tickets online, and be sure to do a quick search for any Denver museum coupons which can save you money on admission.Another popular Denver attraction that is perfect for budget travelers is the United States Mint which produces 50 million coins a day, each one stamped with a "D" for Denver. The Mint offers FREE tours to show visitors just how coins are made- from a piece of metal all the way to your pocket change. Instead of spending money, see how money is made!
Ok, ok. These tourist attractions sound fine and dandy, but where can I shop!? Denver provides fashionistas, shopaholics and window shoppers with a couple of options. First, stop by the 16th Street Mall - Pedestrian Mall which is an outdoor market lined with thousands of trees and flowers, a festive atmosphere and plenty of outdoor cafes. Larimer Square is another popular stop for shoppers, and the block features a Victorian setting with chic shopping, dance clubs, a comedy club, outdoor cafes and many of Denver's best restaurants. If you have a coupon book, be sure to check for any dining coupons for these downtown Denver restaurants. You can also check Denver.org for the latest travel deals, discounts, and coupons for dining and attractions in Denver.
Posted by Ryan on January 03, 2012 Tags: City Savers Guides
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