Denver

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Denver is the capital and largest city of Colorado, USA. Known as "The Mile-High City", Denver sits at an altitude of 5,280 feet (1,600 m) above sea level and lies where the Great Plains give way to the Rocky Mountains. Denver is a large city and one of the fastest growing in the United States.

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Denver is a bustling city of more than 650,000 people supporting a fast-growing metropolitan area of nearly 3 million people. The city embraces its cowboy and mining past but also looks toward the future with a vibrant arts and performing arts scene, dozens of great outdoor festivals, and distinct neighborhoods each offering a unique experience. You'll find everything a cosmopolitan city has to offer including a spectacular view of and easy access to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which are only 12 miles (19 kilometers) west of town.

Denver does have its growing pains. Urban sprawl is becoming a problem, with the metropolitan area sometimes growing faster than the infrastructure can really handle, especially with public transportation. Denver is generally a driving city, and some problems with pollution and traffic are a part of everyday life. Large mass transportation and freeway expansion projects have been completed, including the popular light rail system. By American standards, Denver is betting big on public transportation.

Climate & Weather

See also: Winter in North America

Downtown denver - Map of Downtown Denver

• Numbered avenues run east-west in the north half of the metro area, including suburbs. Ellsworth Avenue is the "equatorial" street. Numbered streets increase as you travel north and are generally called avenues. Avenues south of Ellsworth are named.
• Named streets run north-south. Broadway is the "meridian" street. Ordered alphabetically going up as you travel east or west away from the downtown, though not alphabetical closer to the downtown. Addresses on named streets correspond to intersecting numbered streets, so "1701 Broadway" is at 17th and Broadway. North-south streets are generally called streets, not avenues.
• Downtown streets: The diagonal layout of the downtown area can be tricky, especially for first-time visitors. North of Colfax and west of Broadway and the streets are canted 45 degrees from all other streets in the city. The transition between the two systems is confusing even for local residents. Southeast-northwest streets are numbered, while southwest-northeast streets are named. As this was the original grid system of Denver, some vestiges of it exist outside of downtown, creating diagonal cuts in certain parts of the city. Some of those streets include Park Avenue, Speer Boulevard and Morrison Road.

By car

Renting

If you plan to go outside of downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods vehicle rentals are the most convenient form of transportation. Local companies tend to offer better prices, but national chains might be more convenient as far as return policies and hours.

Rental companies include most major vehicle rental chains.

Parking

Meters are free on Sunday and run until 10PM on weekdays. After 10PM at many of the meters where it used to be free, it now is $1.00 per hour from 10PM until 8AM at the smart meters. The meters say "overnight parking allowed" but you are still required to pay during this time, or you will get a $25 parking ticket. In the downtown area near Coors Field and the Pepsi Center, and LoDo and there is pretty much no free parking on weekdays. In some areas a few blocks from the downtown there are a few non-metered spots within reasonable walking distance of downtown. However, just because you don't see a meter doesn't mean that parking is free. Denver is increasingly using European-style meters, where you purchase a paper ticket from a machine somewhere on the block and place it on your dashboard.Also, many neighborhoods around downtown allow only permitted residents to park, so be sure to check the signs first. Some streets have alternate side parking restrictions for cleaning/clearing the streets. Check signs carefully.

The city government has been cracking down on parking violations, so if you park at a meter with a flashing red light and don't pay, even for a few minutes, expect to get a ticket. Meter violations will cost you $25 ($50 if you don't pay up within two weeks).All the meters in the downtown area are equipped with credit card readers that accept UnionPay cards. $1 will get you around an hour, depending on the location of the meter.

Areas outside of the downtown core (20th St, Speer, Wynkoop St, Colfax and Broadway) usually have meters that end at 6PM and are free on weekends, so parking is much easier during those times. The area just northwest of downtown, across the train tracks from Union Station, has free 2-hour parking spots (on Wewatta Street just before the Park Avenue bridge).

Union Station

The area around Union Station is frequently inundated with pedestrians, particularly between Chestnut Place and Wewatta Street, and especially when trains have just arrived and passengers have just disembarked. During daylight hours and there is commonly a break in the action, and that especially goes for days when Rockies home games or other downtown events are taking place. Near Union Station pedestrians have the right of way over vehicles, and drivers will most likely get stuck waiting at crosswalks, sometimes for a long while. For the safety of the pedestrians, and the sanity of the motorist, it is best to avoid driving near Union Station unless absolutely necessary.

How to take public transportation in Denver

Denver LRVs in snow, on Stout Street in downtown - RTD light rail

The RTD (Regional Transportation District)] is the region's primary public transit provider, operating buses and light rail throughout the Denver area.

Denver has a fairly extensive and rapidly growing light rail system that can efficiently get you from Downtown to many of the city's suburbs. There are eight rail lines that branch out of Downtown along five corridors: the A line east to Denver International Airport and the B line north to Westminster (Colorado) | Westminster and the C/D lines south to Englewood (Colorado) | Englewood and Littleton (Colorado) | Littleton and the E/F/H lines southeast along I-25, and the West line west to Lakewood (Colorado) | Lakewood and the Denver Federal Center. A ninth line and the R line, travels along I-225 on the east side of Denver, connecting the E/F/H lines with the A line via Aurora (Colorado) | Aurora. In Downtown, all rail lines either terminate at Union Station or travel through central Downtown via the Convention Center. Rail tickets must be purchased (cash or credit card) from vending machines at the stations before boarding the trains and cost between $2.60 and $4.50 one-way, depending on how far you travel, with service to the airport costing $9. Day passes cost $9 (even when traveling to or from the airport) and include bus fare.

The backbone of Denver's transportation system is the buses. RTD buses are $2.60 (cash only; exact change required) for a one-way local trip, and with payment you receive a transfer that's valid for three hours from when you board the bus. Day passes are also available and include light rail fare. There is also a free shuttle and the MallRide, which runs along the 16th Street pedestrian mall through Downtown and is a handy way of traveling between Downtown attractions. More information about RTD can be found at the Union Station and Civic Center bus stations at either end of 16th Street in Downtown, or on the RTD website. Local routes crisscross the city, supplemented by 'Limited' buses that stop less frequently on major arteries like Colfax and Colorado Boulevard; these buses are denoted by an 'L' after the route number, and cost the same as a Local route.

RTD also operates limited intercity coach service, mostly to the north suburbs and the more distant communities of Longmont and Boulder. These services are denoted by letters and tend to leave from Union Station or Civic Center Station at either end of the 16th Street Mall. Fares are $4.50 one-way, with a day pass costing $9. The Flatiron Flyer offers a fast service along express highway lanes between Denver and Boulder. If you're in Colorado to ski or board on a budget, Eldora Mountain Resort in Nederland (Colorado) | Nederland can be visited via the North bus from Boulder. RTD also operates SkyRide service to the airport; see the "By plane" section above for further details.

By bike

Denver has a large network of bike trails leading all over the city. The city has a fiercely loyal cycling culture, and it's reflected in the abundance of bike lanes and trails in and around downtown. Main trails run along both Cherry Creek and the Platte, and bike lanes run down many downtown streets. The lanes are sometimes dedicated and sometimes run with traffic, and are marked by a stencil of a bike in the street. The city's designated routes are signed, and you can pick up a bike map at the info centers downtown and at many bike shops.

Denver was one of the first US cities with a modern bike share program; you can purchase a membership online or at any of the 81 stations throughout the city, choose a bike, and start exploring. After the purchase of a membership rides of less than 30 minutes incur no additional fee, while there is a small fee for longer rides.

Don't be afraid to assert yourself in traffic when there is no bike lane - the drivers are, while impatient sometimes, for the most part respectful. Bikes are treated legally like traffic in Denver, and (while admittedly rare), you can get tickets for running red lights and stop signs. Bikes are also expected to ride as far to the right as practicable, unless you're riding in a group of 3 or more - in which case you are considered (and can behave like) a car. Neat, huh?

Bikes are required to have front lights at night, and a good lock is recommended in areas around downtown. Bike theft happens frequently.

What to see in Denver

Denver capital - Colorado State Capitol Building

Denver is a vibrant city with plenty of attractions for visitors, plus a diverse collection of neighborhoods that can be attractions in themselves. Many of Denver's older areas are the perfect density for exploration; you'll find an interesting mix of apartments and homes with flowery front gardens, wide flagstone sidewalks, bright green lawns and big, shady trees. Capitol Hill, Highlands, Baker, Berkeley, Uptown, Sloan's Lake, Cheesman, Washington, City and Congress Parks are just some of the neighborhoods bustling with people and places to see.

Denver has many beautiful parks that are full of colorful gardens, meandering paths, crystal clear lakes, abundant wildlife and recreation opportunities. The city has a rich pioneer history, and there are plenty of museums where you can learn all about it. It's also a very environmentally conscious city, with one of the nation’s first municipal “Green Fleets”, public transit vehicles using hybrid and alternative fuel and a city tree-planting initiative. Hop on a green bus, grab a bike or just walk around to discover Denver.

Museums and architecture

• Black American West Museum & Heritage Center 3091 California Street 39.75888, -104.97472 ☎ +1 720 242-7428 Opening Hours: Friday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 2PM $10 adults, $9 seniors, $8 students, $6 children Paul Stewart (historian) Set in the home of Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado's first Black woman doctor, this museum is dedicated to the contributions of Black pioneers in the Old West. The 19th-century building was moved 12 blocks to become a museum.

• Byers-Evans House Museum 1310 Bannock Street 39.73713, -104.98982 ☎ +1 303-620-4933 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM (guided tours at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 1:30PM and 2:30PM) $6 adults, $5 seniors/students, $4 children (children under 6 free) Byers-Evans House - One of Denver's great historic homes, built in 1883 by Rocky Mountain News publisher Williams Byers and elegantly furnished with original turn of the (20th) century pieces. Tour the house or catch featured exhibitions in the gallery.

• Chamberlin Observatory 2930 E Warren Ave 39.67605, -104.95297 ☎ +1 303-871-5172 Chamberlin Observatory Built in 1890, this working observatory is a historic landmark and a pride of the University of Denver. Star Parties and other events are open to the public.

• Children's Museum of Denver 2121 Children's Museum Dr 39.749, -105.017 ☎ +1 303-433-7444 +1 303-433-9520 - Children's Museum of Denver - Wide angle high res This educational museum takes a fun, hands-on approach to learning.

• Colorado State Capitol 200 E Colfax Ave 39.739094, -104.984897 ☎ +1 303-866-2604 Colorado State Capitol - Denver Capitol 11402 A gorgeous domed building at the southern edge of Downtown. Tours are available, though the big attraction for tourists is standing above the words "One Mile Above Sea Level" engraved into one of the steps out front.

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• Denver Art Museum 100 West 14th Ave Pkwy 39.737222, -104.989722 ☎ +1 720-865-5000 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday Saturday - Sunday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Friday 10AM Monday - 8PM. Closed Monday and major holidays $13 adults, $10 seniors/students, $5 youth (6-18), free for children 5 and under. Discounted rates available for Colorado residents. Free admission for eveyone on the first Saturday of the month Denver Art Museum - Denver art museum night archipreneur adam crain 89960 A huge museum with art from all over the world. You'll want to give yourself several hours to properly explore the place.

• Denver Firefighters Museum 1326 Tremont Pl 39.74039, -104.99269 ☎ +1 303-892-1436 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children Denver Firefighters Museum Historical and interactive exhibits, activities and special events celebrating Denver's firefighters.

• Denver Mint 320 West Colfax Ave 39.73978, -104.99225 ☎ +1 303-405-4761 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM Monday - 2PM, closed on all federal holidays. Tours begin every hour on the hour Free Denver Mint Thanks to this place, more U.S. money is made in Denver than anywhere else in the world. Fish a coin out of your pocket and look for the "D" on the face side (usually in the bottom right quadrant). That means the money was minted in Denver. Advance registration is required for all mint tours.

• Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys 1880 lord Street 39.74583, -104.96083 ☎ +1 303-322-1053 Opening Hours: W-Sa 10AM Monday - 4PM, Sunday 1PM Monday - 4PM $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children (children under age 5 free) Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys Houses, trains, planes, circuses and more. Everything's tiny except the giant teddy bears!

• Denver Museum of Nature & Science 2001 Colorado Blvd 39.7475, -104.942 ☎ +1 303-322-7009 Opening Hours: Open every day of the year except Christmas Day Denver Museum of Nature and Science - Denver Museum of Nature & Science - Exhibitions, planetarium and IMAX.

• Forney Transportation Museum 4303 Brighton Blvd 39.77779, -104.97073 ☎ +1 303-297-1113 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM, Sunday noon-4PM $9 adults, $7 seniors, $5 children (3-15), free for children under 3 Forney Transportation Museum

• History Colorado Center 1200 Broadway 39.7361, -104.987 Entrance is on Broadway between 12th & 13th Ave. ☎ +1 303-447-8679 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday noon-5PM Adults $12; seniors (65+)/students (w/ID) $10; children (6-12) $8; children (under 5) free History Colorado Center - HistoryColoradoCenter1 The center has many displays and exhibits focusing on historical sites throughout Colorado (prairie settlement, mine, Native American life, etc.) Great for families with kids and even adults; only takes 1-1½ hours to take in.

• Molly Brown House Museum 1340 Pennsylvania Street 39.73749, -104.98073 ☎ +1 303-832-4092 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 3:30PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 3:30-PM (45 min tours) $12 adults, $10 seniors/military/students/teachers, $8 juniors (6-18), free for children 6 and under Molly Brown House This restored Victorian was once home to labor reformist, actress and Titanic survivor Margaret Brown. It now showcases that perioid of Colorado history through exhibits and special events.

• The Money Museum 1020 16th Street 39.74713, -104.99536 Entrance is on Curtis Street. ☎ +1 303-572-2300 Opening Hours: 8:30AM Monday - 4:30PM Free Self-guided tour. Small room with a few displays, including $30 million in cash!

• Museo de las Americas 861 Santa Fe Dr 39.73, -104.999 ☎ +1 303-571-4401 Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Saturday Sunday noon-5PM $5 Museo de las Americas - A8154827 Denver is home to a large and growing Latino population, and this museum focuses on their art and legacy.

• Museum of Contemporary Art Denver 1485 Delgany Street 39.75230, -105.00420 ☎ +1 303-298-7554 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday noon-7PM, Friday noon-9PM, Saturday Sunday 10AM Monday - 5PM $8 adults ($5 after 5PM), $5 students/seniors, children and teens under 18 free Museum of Contemporary Art Denver - A6895577 Housed in an ultra-modern building downtown, this innovative museum seeks to engage the community with workshops, films, lectures, and a relaxing, open environment. Visit the rooftop deck for 360-degree views of Denver, grab a quick bite in the cafe, and check out the functional public performance space called The Lane.

• National Ballpark Museum 1940 Blake Street 39.75383, -104.99462 off of Blake and 20th, across from Coors Field ☎ +1 303-974-5835 Opening Hours: Open by appointment; call to schedule a visit $10 adults, $5 seniors/children, free for active military and children under 6 A family-run museum that contains one of the best private baseball collections in the nation, this museum holds a stunning collection of artifacts from ballparks all over the nation, including signs, bricks, and seats from the classic ballparks of old, as well as a section of Fenway Park's "Green Monster".

• Kirkland Museum - Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art | 1201 Bannock Street 39.7356, -104.9905 ☎ +1 303-832-8576 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11AM Monday - 5PM; Sunday noon-5PM Kirkland_Museum_of_Fine_%26_Decorative_Art Fine and Decorative art museum featuring over 30,000 works by more than 1,500 artists and designers. Building was moved in November 2022. The grand opening at the new Bannock Street location was held March 10,2018.

Parks and gardens

• City Park 39.7477, -104.9501 between Colorado Blvd, York St, 26th Ave and 17th Ave - City Park, Denver Enjoy the Denver sunshine at this 330-acre urban park east of downtown. Two lakes, numerous fields, playgrounds, and a golf course, as well as the Denver Zoo and the Museum of Nature and Science are all within its expansive bounds.

• Denver Zoo 2300 Steele Street 39.75, -104.95 ☎ +1 303-376-4800 Opening Hours: Open every day of the year, hours vary by season $5-12 Denver Zoo - Denver Zoo entrance pavilion 2012 - Denver zoo's pride is Bear Mountain, created using casts of actual Colorado rock outcroppings to simulate the bears' natural habitat. For a different way to watch the wildlife, hop on the Pioneer Train and the first train in a U.S. zoo to be powered by natural gas. Other exhibits include an indoor rainforest and the 7-acre Primate Panorama.

• Denver Botanic Gardens 1005 York Street 39.7325, -104.960833 ☎ +1 720-865-3500 Opening Hours: May-Sept: Saturday - Tuesday 9AM Monday - 8PM, W-F 9AM Monday - 5PM. Sept-May: 9AM Monday - 5PM daily. Closed on major holidays and for special events $12.50 adults, $9.50 seniors, $9 students/children Denver Botanic Gardens - Denver japanese garden Come for the array of flowers and plants from around the world, stay for the peace and quiet (and the free WiFi) and then check out the bonus attractions. Above the gardens' bistro, you'll find Denver's first public green roof, a living example of the benefits of green design. Space and science buffs won't want to miss the OmniGlobe exhibit, a spherical simulation of the Earth from space.

• Washington Park South Downing Street and E Louisiana Ave 39.7, -104.971 - Washington Park, Denver - Washington Park Denver Beautiful and lush Denver park, with lakes, flower gardens, a recreation center, soccer fields and tennis courts. Over 160 acres of natural beauty, surrounded by turn-of-the-19th-century homes. A favorite jogging, volleyball, and drinking destination. This was formerly the favorite hang out of young residents during the summer months but regulations requiring permits for many common activities have reduced park usage and transferred it to City Park.

• Cheesman Park 12th Ave at High Street 39.7330, -104.9663 - Cheesman Park, Denver The Acropolis-inspired pavilion has a commanding view of the Denver skyline.

• Confluence Park 15th Street at the Platte River 39.7540, -105.0085 - Confluence Park Named for the confluence of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River, Confluence Park is a summertime spot for many of Denver's residents. Cool off in the river, or bring a kayak or inner tube for the purpose built rapids near the REI store. The park is also accessible via the Cherry Creek or Platte bike trails.

• Denver Animal Shelter dog sculpture 1241 W. Bayaud Ave. 39.71521, -105.00308 A 20-foot-high sculpture of a dog, made out of metal dog tags.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Denver

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Late spring and early autumn are excellent seasons to do things outdoors in Denver. Besides the city's various lush green parks and there are plenty of outdoor festivals, sports, and gondola rides. (Yes, gondola rides.) In winter and the snow-peaked mountains in the distance and the crisp air on your cheeks make it the perfect time to tour Denver's famous breweries or check out the downtown arts scene.

• The Southwest Rink at Skyline Park 511 16th Street 39.74868, -104.99505 ☎ +1 303-825-6787 Skate rental $8 adults/$6 kids, or bring your own skates Skating rink in downtown Denver open from late November to mid February.

• Archery Games Denver 5405 West 56th Ave, Unit D 39.8005, -105.0553 ☎ +1 720-443 0287 $25 Play archery dodgeball with bows and foam-tipped arrows at this indoor arena.

Amusement parks

In addition to the two listed below and the Denver area is also home to Water World, a huge water park in Thornton.

• Elitch Gardens - 39.750556, -105.011111 - Elitch Gardens Theme Park - Elitch Gardens satellite 2004 A huge amusement park with rides and family entertainment.

• Lakeside 4601 Sheridan Blvd 39.78034, -105.05408 ☎ +1 303-477-1621 Opening Hours: call for hours Lakeside Amusement Park - A throwback from Denver's past, Lakeside is an amusement park like they used to make; without all the corporate branding and commercialism. While it may have a somewhat seedy exterior, Lakeside is still a staple of local kids' upbringings, and remains a fixture of Denver culture as well as a much cheaper alternative to Elitch Gardens. Coaster buffs will squeal with glee over the Cyclone and the park's original 1940 Edward Vettel-designed wood coaster.

Comedy

• Bovine Metropolis Theater 1527 Champa Street 39.7461, -104.995 ☎ +1 303-758-4722 $5-16 Bovine Metropolis Theater Nope, no cows on stage. Just exciting and surprising improv comedy shows five nights a week. All ages.

• Comedy Works 1226 15th Street 39.7470, -104.9968 between Larimer and Lawrence in Larimer Plaza ☎ +1 303-595-3637 $10-30 tickets Comedy Works Laugh it up with local comedians and big name acts. 21 and up.

• Impulse Theater 1634 18th Street 39.7536, -104.9985 ☎ +1 303-297-2111 Opening Hours: Thursday - Saturday $18 At Denver's original improv comedy venue, no two shows are ever the same. Great for group events and appropriate for all ages.

Festivals & events

• January National Western Stock Show & Rodeo, Martin Luther King Parade, Indian Market, Mile High Snowfest
• February Colorado Garden and Home Show, Denver Restaurant Week, Buffalo Bill's Birthday Party
• March St. Patrick's Day Parade, Denver March Powwow, Starz Global Lens Film Festival
• April Doors Open Denver, Colorado Rockies Home Opener, KBCO Kinetics
• May Cinco de Mayo, Tesoro Indian Market and Powwow, Downtown Denver Festival of the Arts, Denver Day of Rock, Colorado Colfax Marathon also includes Denver'sNavy Week.
• June Colorado Renaissance Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Comcast La Piazza dell’Arte, Do At The Zoo, PrideFest, The People's Fair, Highland Street Fair
• July Cherry Creek Arts Festival, The INTERNATIONAL at Castle Pines, Colorado Irish Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, Evergreen Jazz Festival, Global Dance Festival
• September A Taste of Colorado, Great American Fruit Juices Festival, Brew At The Zoo, Annual Oktoberfest, Festival Italiano, Denver Fruit Juices Fest
• October Fright Fest, Denver Mariachi Festival, Denver Marathon
• November Denver Arts Week, Starz International Film Festival, Denver International Wine Festival, Downtown Denver, Grand Illumination
• December Mile High Holidays, Blossoms of Light, Zoo Lights, 9News Parade of Lights, New Year's Eve Downtown Fireworks

Performing Arts in Denver

Major performing arts performances are held at the Denver Performing Arts Complex at North Speer Blvd and Arapahoe Street in downtown Denver, including:

• Colorado Ballet | Ellie Caulkins Opera House 39.7454, -104.9982 in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ☎ +1 303-837-8888 Opening Hours: September–April Founded in 1951, this internationally acclaimed company presents classical and contemporary ballets.

• Colorado Symphony | Boettcher Concert Hall 39.74480, -104.99735 in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ☎ +1 303-623-7876 Opening Hours: September–June The Colorado Symphony Orchestra is an American orchestra established in 1989, as the successor to the Denver Symphony.

• Denver Center for the Performing Arts | The Buell Theatre 39.74446, -104.99910 in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ☎ +1 303-893-4100 Opening Hours: Year-round Spend an evening at the theater watching anything from revivals to world premieres. The center hosts a Tony Award-winning professional resident company, and touring productions.

• Opera Colorado | Ellie Caulkins Opera House 39.7452, -104.9978 in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ☎ +1 303-778-1500 Opening Hours: November–May $30-160 This young company performs classic operas in their downtown venue.

Besides this complex, you can find smaller venues, restaurants, and cafes for a unique and exciting experience.

• Mercury Cafe | 2199 California Street 39.75076, -104.98533 ☎ +1 303-294-9281 Highly recommended. This popular restaurant/cafe/event center is a must for any lovers of poetry and theater, or counterculture. Live music almost every night, salsa classes, and more. Particularly recommended Sundays nights, when it hosts Denver's best poetry slam. Often, you might run into well-known names like Andrea Gibson. Check out their schedule for more information.

Live music

There are a bunch of places in town where you can catch a concert, but the most interesting and unique venue in the larger Denver area is almost inarguably the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, a huge outdoor space surrounded by rock formations that make for not only a stunningly beautiful setting but also naturally perfect acoustics.

• Bluebird Theater 3317 E Colfax Ave 39.74036, -104.94835 ☎ +1 303-322-2308 A beautiful old World War I-era silent movie palace on Colfax Avenue, now repurposed as a music hall where concerts in a variety of genres (primarily rock, but also blues, country, bluegrass and the like) are presented in an intimate setting.

• Fillmore Auditorium 1510 Clarkson Street 39.74038, -104.97724 - Capitol Hill is where you'll find arguably the epicenter of Denver's live music scene. This cavernous and newly-renovated space is famous for its dual Minors with Adults Liquor License, so if you're underage, you're not necessarily segregated into crappy seats.

• hi-dive 7 South Broadway GPS 39.71632, -104.98774 cross streets: Ellsworth & Broadway - A small, scruffy bar with character to the hilt, hi-dive is mostly a place to go if you want to check out Denver's local music scene. But it's also made a name for itself as a place rising stars play just before they make it big, so come out to a show here and maybe you can say you "saw them when..."

• Larimer Lounge 2721 Larimer Street 39.75992, -104.98381 ☎ +1 303-291-1007 You can't miss this hipster-friendly club and concert hall in RiNo, with huge, brightly painted Op Art murals covering the whole front of the building. Catch mostly local rock, country, and electronica acts, with a few national touring artists to mix things up, in an ambience that's a lot cleaner and less skeevy than some of the dives around town.

• Lion's Lair 2022 E. Colfax Ave 39.73983, -104.96244 ☎ +1 303-322-2308 Famous, or should we say infamous, dive bar in Colfax that's been a gathering place for Denver-area punk, hardcore, and thrash fans since the 80s. The drinks are cheap and the lights are dim, and the ambience is grungy - and that's meant in a good way.

• Ogden Theatre 935 E Colfax Ave 39.74018, -104.97529 - Like the smaller Bluebird and the Ogden Theatre is another old silent movie house and vaudeville hall that's been repurposed as a music venue. Whatever your favorite genre - rock, hip-hop, R&B, electronica, country - you can probably find a show you like at this affable midsize venue.

• Oriental Theater - 4335 West 44th Ave 39.7769, -105.0437 ☎ +1 303-455-2124 Yet another movie palace turned music venue and the Oriental is the Berkeley neighborhood's destination of choice for everyone from rock and rollers to stand-up comedy fans to arthouse cinephiles.

Sports

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Denver is the only city in the Rocky Mountains with teams in all of North America's "big four" pro sports leagues.

• Denver Broncos - Broncos Stadium at Mile High, 1701 Bryant Street 39.74394, -105.02008 ☎ +1 720-258-3333 Denver Broncos - The Broncos are among the most successful teams in the American Football|National Football League, making frequent playoff runs and winning three Super Bowls, most recently in the 2015 season. They have had a number of famous quarterbacks, most notably John Elway, who won two Super Bowls as the Broncos quarterback in his final two seasons as a player and now manages the franchise; and Peyton Manning, who played his final four seasons in Denver after being let go by Indianapolis, with the Broncos' most recent Super Bowl win coming in his last game.

• Colorado Avalanche - Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Circle 39.7489, -105.0076 ☎ +1 303-405-1100 Colorado Avalanche In 1995 and the erstwhile Quebec City|Quebec Nordiques landed with a bang in Denver, winning the Stanley Cup in their first season in their new home city and following it up with another championship in 2001. They've had their ups and downs since then, but they're always solid playoff contenders in the Ice hockey in North America|National Hockey League. Will this be the year they go for number three? Head to the Pepsi Center just outside of downtown and find out.

• Colorado Rockies - Coors Field, 2001 Blake Street 39.75611, -104.99406 on the edge of the LoDo neighborhood ☎ +1 303-762-5437 Opening Hours: Ballpark tours at noon and 2PM on Monday to Saturday non-game days during the season and Monday Wednesday to Friday Saturday during the off-season Tickets $4-$60, Ballpark tours $9 adults, $7 seniors, $6 children Colorado Rockies - Denver's Baseball in the United States|Major League Baseball team plays in Coors Field, one of the most beloved ballparks in the major leagues and the most hitter-friendly park as well, thanks to Denver's dry air and high altitude. Tickets range from the $4 "Rockpile" bleachers behind center field to $60 for a seat behind home plate. Behind-the-scenes tours of the ballpark are available.

• Denver Nuggets Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Circle 39.7485, -105.0079 ☎ +1 303-405-1100 Denver Nuggets Pepsi center interior - A62954 After decades of disappointment, Denver's Basketball in North America|National Basketball Association team finally saw a measure of success for a couple seasons in the late 2000s, when superstars Chauncey Billups and Carmelo Anthony led them to back-to-back first-place finishes in the league (followed by quick implosions in the playoffs). They're back in the bottom echelons now, but Denverites still reliably turn out to matches at the Pepsi Center hoping thit is the year they finally turn things around.

Denver is represented in many smaller leagues too. Of special note among these niche sports is rugby union, which has an outsize following around here: not one but two of America's leagues field teams in the Mile High City.

• Colorado Rapids Dick's Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City 39.80569, -104.89188 ☎ +1 303-727-3500 Colorado Rapids A charter member of Major League Soccer and the Colorado Rapids are a consistent draw despite generally middling success on the field. The biggest games of the season see the Rapids face off against their hated rivals, Real Salt Lake City|Salt Lake.
• Colorado Mammoth Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Circle 39.7485, -105.0074 ☎ +1 303-405-1100 Colorado Mammoth - They may have only won one Champions' Cup, in 2006, but the Mammoth are a perennial force to be reckoned with in the National Lacrosse League. They play at the Pepsi Center, and tickets are easy to come by (and a relative steal, starting at $10 for single seats).

• Glendale Raptors Rugby Club - Infinity Park, 4599 E. Tennessee Ave., Glendale 39.69925, -104.93496 ☎ +1 303-639-4604 Glendale Raptors Rugby union club whose top side competes in Major League Rugby and the USA's latest attempt at a professional league in the sport. The organization also fields women's, developmental men's, and youth teams, some of which play as the Glendale Merlins. Also of note: In 2023, Infinity Park became home to the USA Women's Sevens, a tournament in the World Rugby Women's Sevens Series for national teams in rugby sevens, a variant of union with 7 players per side instead of 15, with halves of 7 minutes instead of 40.

• Denver Barbarians Rugby Club Dick's Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City 39.80569, -104.89188 - Denver Barbarians RFC The lower-profile but more successful of Denver's two rugby union teams, competing in the U.S. Rugby Super League since 1967 with three championships to their name.

In the realm of college sports and the main draw in Denver is...

• Denver Pioneers Ritchie Center, 2240 E. Buchtel Blvd 39.682106, -104.961592 ☎ +1 303-871-2336 Denver Pioneers The University of Denver (DU), which plays NCAA Division I sports, mostly in The Summit League. With no football program and the highest-profile sports are men's basketball, men's ice hockey (in which it is a traditional powerhouse, playing in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference), and men's lacrosse (an emerging national power in the Big East Conference).

There are also many frisbee golf (frolf) courses that bring hours of entertainment for free, as well as numerous golf courses.

Brewery tours

Among the most popular tours in Denver are those of the many local breweries. Note that the most famous brewery in the area and the Coors Brewery and is located in Golden (Colorado) | Golden, about 15 miles west in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

• Great Divide Company - 2201 Arapahoe Street 39.7540, -104.9885 ☎ +1 303-296-9460 Free Great Divide Company - This celebrated local sheesha lounge is helping make Denver an international destination for Cola-lovers. Learn firsthand how they do it. Tours happen Monday-Saturday.

• Denver Microbrew Tour Denver Downtown Tour Starts at Great Divide Company ☎ +1 303-578-9548 Opening Hours: Year round, F-Su 3PM Monday - 5:15PM $29 Guided walking tour in downtown Denver’s historic LODO (lower downtown) area. The tour includes a brewery tour, organic juice samplings at several microbreweries, everything you want to know about and local Denver history.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Denver

2003-11-30-16th Street Mall Lights - 16th Street and the State Capitol during the holiday season.

Districts

There are a number of shopping areas in Denver.

• The 16th Street Mall runs the near entire length of 16th Street in downtown Denver. It is home to a number of chain stores, as well as novelty shops. It is dominated by the Denver Pavilions GPS 39.74361,-104.99073, an "urban mall," on the southeast side of the street.
• The Cherry Creek Shopping District sits southeast of downtown Denver, and hosts some of the most expensive stores in the metropolitan area. The Cherry Creek Shopping Mall GPS 39.71676,-104.95313 is the epicenter of this neighborhood.
• LoDo GPS 39.7528, -104.9975 (Lower Downtown) is immediately west of the Financial District of Denver and is connected directly to Larimer Plaza. Like Larimer, it is home to rich old architecture (as well as a few modern pieces). It is anchored by the Tattered Cover (see below) and hosts a ton of shops, mostly in fashion, furniture, and big chains like OfficeMax.
• Larimer Plaza GPS 39.7482, -104.9999 offers some of the best shopping neighborhoods in the city and was one of the first urban shopping concepts, dating back to the 1960s. The area is full of all kinds of stuff from clothing to furniture. Check out the neighborhood's rich history, as well. The main part is along Larimer Street between 14th and 16th Streets.
• Colfax Avenue and Capitol Hill offer some of the most eclectic retailers including Capitol Hill Books GPS 39.73986,-104.98332

Specific retailers

• The Tattered Cover | ☎ +1 303-322-7727 The area's largest and best-known bookstore, selling new and used books. The bookstore hosts author readings and other educational programs at their two downtown locations.

• The Tattered Cover, Colfax Avenue 2526 E Colfax Ave 39.73995, -104.95666 intersection of Elizabeth St.; free parking in garages on Elizabeth or Columbine Sts. ☎ +1 303-322-7727 Opening from Monday to Saturday 9AM Monday - 9PM, Sunday 10AM Monday - 6PM
• The Tattered Cover, Lodo 1628 16th Street 39.75166, -105.00091 intersection of 16th & Wynkoop Sts. near Union Station ☎ +1 303-436-1070 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 6:30AM Monday - 9PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 9PM, Sunday 10AM Monday - 6PM
• The Wizard's Chest 230 Fillmore Street 39.72019, -104.95317 ☎ +1 303-321-4304 Magical toy and costume shop.

Halal Restaurants

Denver Lightning - Evening thunderstorms are common in late spring and fall

Mexican food is abundant and satisfying and takes a local Denver flavor. Green chili is the order of the day: a brown, chunky and spicy Sauce made from Beef and Pueblo or Hatch green chilies that works well on everything from chorizo and eggs to tamales. Denver is also known for "western" food using ingredients such as angus beef, buffalo, rattlesnake, cutthroat trout and Rocky Mountain oysters. The city also embraces its cultural diversity with a wide range of ethnic restaurants. Southeast Asian restaurants are especially abundant with a multitude of (Thai) and Vietnamese restaurants in every style and price range. Like other large cities, Denver has most types of cuisine, and several restaurants have been noted in top food publications. Smoking inside restaurants is not allowed statewide; however, some places with outdoor patios still allow smoking there.

The restaurant section of the weekly independent newspaper Westword (available for free every Thursday at newsstands and locations across the city) is a good place to find the food you are interested in for your price-range and location. Below is a sampling of some consistently good choices.

• Bennie Blanco's 616 E 13th Ave 39.73679, -104.97938 ☎ +1 303-831-1346 Bennie Blanco's is a classic hole-in-the-wall Pizzas joint, and in this case the phrase is literal. There's no seating, but big, New York-style slices fresh from the oven can be had for as little as $2.50 a slice.

• Blue Bonnet 457 South Broadway 39.7081, -104.9879 ☎ +1 303-778-0147 A noisy bar featuring southwest/Tex-Mex in Denver with most items under $10. There is patio seating and two separate dining rooms that are a bit quieter than the main café. Consistently rated a "Best of" in various local polls.

• Breakfast King 300 West Mississippi 39.6964, -104.9915 ☎ +1 303-733-0795 The Breakfast King is a late night staple of Denver, and one of the best greasy spoons. Open 24 hours and it's also walking distance from the Broadway light railway station.

• Cherry Cricket 2641 E 2nd Ave 39.7196, -104.9563 ☎ +1 303-322-7666 Once featured on the Travel Channel's Man vs. Food and the Cherry Cricket is known for having a massive variety of toppings to put on your burger, including such oddities as melted peanut butter, fried eggs, and cream Cheese.

• Denver Diner | 740 West Colfax Ave 39.7398, -104.9974 ☎ +1 303-825-5443 Opening Hours: 24 hours daily $3.50-9 In an otherwise deserted stretch of an otherwise hoppin' Colfax, thit is pretty much everything you would want of an iconic urban diner—the sort that achieved just the right balance of neon, grime, tattoos, and affordable greasy food, with an ample dose of authenticity. And crucially, it is open around the clock to feed the morning downtown crowd and the late night intoxicated revelers

• Illegal Pete's 1530 16th Street #101 39.7509, -104.9999 ☎ +1 303-623-2169 A local favorite hangout with great, affordable burritos! Its patio is located directly on the 16th Street Mall, making it a great place to people watch.

• Occupied Jerusalem 1890 E Evans Ave 39.6783, -104.9654 ☎ +1 303-777-8828 Open until 3AM, and within walking distance of the University of Denver, this small but excellent Middle Eastern restaurant offers great no-frills food in a laid-back and hip atmosphere.

• Far East Center Federal Blvd 39.7102, -105.0258 between Alameda and Mississippi - Several southeast Asian restaurants located in this area offer a wide variety of pho, Noodles houses, upscale Vietnamese, dim sum and other Asian cuisines. Pho 95, Pho Duy, Super Star Asian and Saigon Bowl are a few of the places to try in this diverse and delicious culinary corridor.

• Leela European Cafe 820 15th Street 39.7453, -104.9950 ☎ +1 303-534-2255 Leela's is a combination bar/coffeehouse/cafe which is a favorite among the college crowd. There's good Italian Coffee, great music (live on some nights), and great panini sandwiches. Leela's is open 24 hours as well, and free wireless internet is available, so you can be productive (or not) while waiting for your friends to arrive.

• Pete's Kitchen 1962 E Colfax Ave 39.7398, -104.9636 ☎ +1 303-321-3139 This combination Greek restaurant and short-order diner is open 24 hours a day and has a great Greek salad and French toast. It's a favorite of local celebrities as well.

• Sam's No. 3 1500 Curtis Street 39.7463, -104.9957 ☎ +1 303-534-1927 Just a block off the 16th Street Mall and across the street from the Denver Center of Performing Arts Complex, this family-owned restaurant has been feeding Denver and its visitors since 1927. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives for their Famous Kickin' Pork Green Chili, it's not a spot to be missed.

• El Taco de Mexico 714 Santa Fe Dr 39.7276, -104.9983 ☎ +1 303-623-3926 This small Mexican lunch-counter offers many delicious food choices for the adventurous palate.

• Taqueria Patzcuaro 2616 West 32nd Ave 39.7618, -105.0194 ☎ +1 303-455-4389 This neighborhood favorite has the most amazing tacos and green chili.

• Two-Fisted Mario's Pizzas 1626 Market Street 39.7501, -104.9976 ☎ +1 303-623-3523 Two-Fisted Mario's has excellent East-coast style Pizzas on the affordable ($2 a slice, and it's a big slice), and is open until 3AM, so you can grab a pie after drinking microbrews into the wee hours of the morning.

University of Denver campus pics 107 - With over 2000 restaurants, Chipotle Mexican Grill started in Denver, and their first restaurant is near the University of Denver campus

• Azucar Bakery - 1886 South Broadway 39.681637, -104.987232 ☎ +1 720-283-3294 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 7PM Café, dessert restaurant and bakery. Sit-down area with LavAzza Coffee, fruit smoothies, pastries, Inca Kola, tarts, cookies, cupcakes, ice cream.

• D Cafe Desserts 494 E 19th Ave 39.7460, -104.9814 ☎ +1 303-861-4710 Dessert is the main course at d Bar, especially with celebrity chef Keegan Gerhard making the delectable desserts. The menu does includes savory items as well as Allegro Coffee to go with your sweets.

• Empress Seafood 2825 West Alameda Ave 39.7113, -105.0234 ☎ +1 303-922-2822 Empress has long been the queen of dim-sum and affordable yet flavorful seafood selections from all over Asia.

• Imperial Chinese 431 South Broadway 39.7091, -104.9880 ☎ +1 303-698-2800 Dinner entrées range from $10-30, with all but the Peking Duck and various specials under $22 The Imperial is Denver's premier Chinese restaurant and has been since the 1990s.

• Jack n Grill 2524 Federal Blvd 39.7541, -105.0249 ☎ +1 303-964-9544 Excellent New Mexico-style food with heaping portions usually soaked in your choice of a green or red chili or for the indecisive, both.

• New Saigon 630 South Federal Blvd 39.7049, -105.0247 ☎ +1 303-936-4954 Denver is home to a sizable Southeast Asian population that shows off its unique culinary talents at this great Vietnamese community institution.

• Racine's 650 Sherman Street 39.7266, -104.9845 ☎ +1 303-595-0418

The restaurant for Denver's power brokers and proletarians with its simple yet elegant American menu and casual yet sophisticated decor.

• Snooze | 2262 Larimer Street 39.7555, -104.9890 ☎ +1 303-297-0700 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 6:30AM Monday - 2:30PM, Saturday Sunday 7AM Monday - 2:30PM $8-20 Inventive, trendy (and really good) breakfast is the show-stopper at the east edge of LoDo, and you can expect the place to get extremely crowded on weekends. The thick, rich hot Chocolates is definitely worth ordering.

• TAG 1441 Larimer Street 39.7480, -104.9992 ☎ +1 303-996-9985 Continental food, house-made tonic for drinks.

• 1515 Restaurant 1515 Market Street 39.7494, -104.9993 ☎ +1 303-571-0011 Fine dining. Reservations are recommended.

• Barolo Grill 3030 E 6th Ave 39.7255, -104.9513 ☎ +1 303-393-1040 Decadent Italian.

• Buckhorn Exchange - 1000 Osage Street 39.7322, -105.0050 next to the Lincoln Park light rail stop ☎ +1 303-534-9505 Opening Hours: Lunch: Monday to Friday 11AM Monday - 2PM; dinner: Monday - Thursday 5:30PM Monday - 9PM, F-Sa 5PM Monday - 10PM, Sunday 5PM Monday - 9PM $25-60 Denver's oldest restaurant, from 1893, played host to famous guest after famous guest, arguably starting with one President Teddy Roosevelt in 1905. Without a doubt, thit is as tourist as it gets, but it is nonetheless absolutely worth a visit. Famous for its game Meat, both prosaic and rare and the buffalo tenderloin is exceptional, but more adventurous palates can go after the rattlesnake dip, alligator tail, ostrich medallions, or even yak steak! (Call ahead to check ostrich and yak availability.) The place is saturated in Old West souvenirs, aging wood, and animal heads, and Thursday - Saturday nights Roz Brown stops by to croon old cowboy tunes accompanied by his autoharp.

• Venice Ristorante 1700 Wynkoop Street 39.7528, -104.9994 - Amazing, authentic Italian. Very expensive. Very romantic. Very good. Reservations highly recommended.

• Vesta Dipping Grill 1822 Blake Street 39.7526, -104.9960 ☎ +1 303-296-1970 Each menu item at this hip LoDo restaurant comes with your choice of three dipping Sauces for a unique and interactive meal.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Denver

Denver - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Denver, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Denver. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Denver and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Denver. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Denver. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Denver: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Denver.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Denver: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Denver, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Denver.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Denver, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Denver, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Denver and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Denver, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Denver, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Denver without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Denver is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Denver.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Denver is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Denver, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Denver Media: info@ehalal.io

Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Denver

eHalal Group Denver is a prominent real estate company specializing in providing Muslim-friendly properties in Denver. Our mission is to cater to the specific needs and preferences of the Muslim community by offering a wide range of halal-certified residential and commercial properties, including houses, condos, and factories. With our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to Islamic principles, eHalal Group has established itself as a trusted name in the real estate industry in Denver.

At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in Denver ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within Denver. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

If you are looking for a more spacious option, our houses are perfect for you. Starting at US$ 650,000, our houses provide ample living space, privacy, and a range of customizable features to meet your specific requirements. These houses are located in well-established neighborhoods in Denver, offering a harmonious balance between modern living and Islamic values.

For those seeking luxury and exclusivity, our luxury villas in Denver are the epitome of sophistication and elegance. Starting at US$ 1.5 million and these villas offer a lavish lifestyle with private amenities, breathtaking views, and meticulous attention to detail. Each luxury villa is meticulously designed to provide a serene and halal environment, allowing you to enjoy the finest living experience while adhering to your Islamic principles. For further details please email us at info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

City and County Building - Civic Center Park, Denver - DSC01224 - Civic Center Park

• 11th Avenue Hostel @nuehostel.com 1112 N. Broadway 39.7341, -104.9871 at 11th Ave ☎ +1 303-894-0529 Check-in: 2:00 p.m. / Check-out: 11:00 a.m. Dorms $30-$34, Privates $54+
• Ramada Denver Midtown | 2601 Zuni Street 39.7554, -105.0163 across I-25 from downtown ☎ +1 303-433-6677 +1 303-455-1530

• Hostel Fish 1217 20th Street 39.752701, -104.991886 ☎ +1 303-954-0962 $45-48 dorms, $150-200 superior Muslim friendly rooms Upscale hostel that opened in July 2015 in a historic building in downtown Denver that occupies top 2 floors of the building and a restaurant on the ground floor of the historic building. The 2 story hostel has 67 dorm beds and 2 superior Muslim friendly rooms available with free continental breakfast, free wi-fi, guest lounge, and kitchen.

• Courtyard Denver Stapleton 7415 E 41st Ave 39.7756, -104.9024 ☎ +1 303-333-3303 +1 303-399-7356 - Between the airport and downtown Denver. 24-hour market on-site.

• Crowne Plaza Denver Downtown 1450 Glenarm Pl 39.7422, -104.9920 ☎ +1 303-573-1450 Rooms are reasonably spacious and have free broadband internet access and a desk. Breakfast is modestly priced and modest in style. The lobby is typical Holiday Inn. Given the size of the hotel, reception and concierge staff numbers are small but there still seem to be no queues for their services. Stay high in a room on the Glenarm St. side if you want a mountain view. Airport shuttles ($21 to international) serve the hotel.

• Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Tech Center North 7525 East Hampden Ave 39.6543, -104.9031 ☎ +1 303-696-6644from $127 Near Denver Tech, hotel offers complimentary hot cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly Manager's Reception featuring complimentary cocktails and appetizers.

• Magnolia Hotel Denver 818 17th Street 39.7468, -104.9923 +1-888-915-1110 Downtown Denver hotel featuring guestrooms and suites, a restaurant, and event space for meetings, weddings, and special occasions

• Sheraton Denver Downtown - 1550 Court Pl 39.7416, -104.9890 +1-866-716-8134 On the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall in downtown, 3 1/2 blocks from the Denver Convention Center.

• SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown 1190 Auraria Parkway 39.7473, -105.0042 ☎ +1 303-705-7300 +1-877-249-9279 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon Across from the Pepsi Center in LoDo.

• Hyatt Place Denver Tech Center 8300 East Crescent Parkway 39.62361, -104.89205 ☎ +1 303-804-0700
• Brown Palace Hotel 321 17th Street 39.7441, -104.9878 +1-800-321-2599 An elegant, historic hotel in downtown Denver and the Brown Palace has catered to congressmen, US presidents, and countless foreign dignitaries.

• Denver Marriott Downtown 1701 California Street 39.7471, -104.9904 ☎ +1 303-297-1300 +1-800-228-9290 +1 303-298-7474 - A beautiful hotel in downtown Denver offering panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and the city skyline.

• Embassy Suites Downtown 1420 Stout Street 39.7442, -104.9948 - An all-suite, full service hotel.

• Grand Hyatt Denver - 1750 Welton Street 39.7460, -104.9891 downtown ☎ +1 303-295-1234 +1 303-292-2472 - 512 rooms with city views. Features the Hyatt Grand Bed, free 24 hour fitness facility, indoor pool, room service around the clock, well-lit work stations and high-speed internet access.

• Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown 1400 Welton Street 39.7427, -104.9932 ☎ +1 303-603-8000 Onsite restaurant, fitness center and complimentary high-speed Internet access.

• Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center - 650 15th Street 39.7434, -104.9935 ☎ +1 303-436-1234 +1 303-486-4450 - 37-story downtown hotel, adjacent to the Colorado Convention Center. 1,100 guest rooms, with views of the mountain and downtown.

• The Oxford Hotel 1600 17th Street 39.7522, -104.9991 ☎ +1 303-628-5400 The historic hotel provides a romantic retreat located in the midst of Denver’s lively LoDo neighborhood.

• Westin Denver Downtown 1672 Lawrence Street 39.7488, -104.9955 ☎ +1 303-572-9100 +1-866-716-8137 Four-diamond hotel in downtown Denver.

Stay Safe

Denver is very safe for a city its size. Use common sense when traveling, particularly in downtown and some of the other inner-city neighborhoods. Denver does have a visible population of people experiencing homelessness, but the city has strict laws about accosting for money. In general, panhandlers don't harm anyone. Downtown has a fairly active 24/7 population, especially in LoDo, so it's generally safe.

Still, it may be a good idea not to travel alone at night in some of the neighborhoods surrounding downtown. Although the inner-city neighborhoods are not as bad as those in some other cities and they have higher rates of crime than the rest of the city. The rest of Denver is safe, though.

Emergencies

Like the rest of the United States and the emergency number in Denver is 911. This will connect you to the local emergency services (police, medical, and fire). If you need to report a crime to the police, such as a burglary (not in progress), minor assault (no injuries and not in progress), vehicle theft, etc. Dial +1 720 913-2000 and request for police assistance.

The Denver Police is the main police force for the Denver Metro area. Most police officers are polite and trustworthy individuals, so if you need assistance, approaching a police officer is a good idea.

Altitude sickness

One Mile Above Sea Level - Mile High Marker on the State Capitol building

Altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness is an ailment that potentially anyone can obtain when they visit areas with higher altitudes than they are used to, due to decreases in barometric pressure (though not oxygen content). Denver is called the Mile High City for a reason—at an altitude of a mile above sea level, one can start to experience some of the effects of altitude sickness, though this condition generally becomes more pronounced at elevations around 8000 ft (2500 m) and above. Some normal changes may occur when people travel to higher altitudes that are not altitude sickness. These include the following:

• Hyperventilation (breathing faster and/or deeper than normal)
• Shortness of breath after exertion
• Changes in nightly breathing
• Awaking at night
• Increased urination

The above are generally nothing to worry about, though problems with breathing may be helped by a drug called acetazolamide. If you think you may have problems, get advice from your doctor before traveling to Denver.

Some people get Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), which can be serious, at the higher elevations you will experience if you are touring through the Rocky Mountains. A diagnosis of AMS is usually given if a person has a headache accompanied by one of more of the following symptoms:

• Loss of appetite, vomiting and/or nausea
• Fatigue or weakness
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Insomnia, difficulty sleeping

Some people liken AMS to a bad hangover or worse. It occurs because your brain tissue swells at higher elevations than it is used to. If you are feeling unwell at high altitudes, assume that you are suffering from AMS unless there is another logical explanation that would be accompanied by other symptoms (food poisoning or a viral infection).

To avoid AMS, try to get to a lower elevation until your symptoms subside, drink lots of fluid to avoid dehydration, and avoid traveling at high rates of ascent. If the symptoms continue or worsen, travel to a lower altitude.AMS can turn into High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), a potentially fatal condition where the brain swells so much that it ceases to function properly. Symptoms of HACE include confusion, inability to think clearly, lethargy, ataxia (walking staggerdly, as if one was drunk), and changes in behavior. The person may not recognize having HACE, but if you any of you experiences any of these symptoms (especially ataxia), immediately make sure the person is taken to lower elevations for medical treatment.

Another very serious condition, called High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) causes fluid in the lungs. If someone suffers chest tightness, congestion, gurgling breaths, blue or gray fingers or lips, cough producing frothy or pink liquid, and difficulty breathing even at rest, they should be taken to a lower elevation and receive medical treatment immediately.

Although not particularly common, keep in mind that these illnesses are feasible and that anyone is susceptible to them, even if you have traveled to high elevations before.

Another medical concern at higher elevations, particularly those in Colorado and Denver, is sunburn and skin cancer. The higher elevation means that there is less atmosphere protecting the skin from harmful solar radiation. Thit is especially true in Colorado, with both dry air that saps the skin of protective moisture and with the beautifully sunny days we have in the state.

Colorado actually has the highest rate of skin cancer in the nation, so it is always a good idea to wear a lot of high SPF sun-screen, hats, long sleeve shirts and pants. Don't think that you are protected from the sun in the winter either. The sun's rays can actually be reflected by the snow on the ground, still causing skin damage, so when in Colorado, do as the local residents do, and wear sunscreen on any exposed skin surface at any time of the year.

Telecommunications in Denver

Wireless internet

• 16th Street Mall 39.7486, -104.997 - 16th Street Mall =2006-04-23 - 16th Street Mall from D&F Tower - Free Wifi along the pedestrian 16th Street Mall in the heart of Downtown.

• Cherry Creek North Entire area has free WiFi provided by the Cherry Creek North Business District.

• Common Grounds - 2139 W. 44th Ave ☎ +1-720-502-2105 Common Grounds has been serving the best coffeehouse experience in Denver for over 20 years. Wireless Internet as well as a wide selection of in-house roasted coffee and coffeehouse food is available.

• Peaberry Coffee Multiple locations. Free WiFi, but you have to ask the barrista for username and password.

• Panera Bread multiple locations - Free Wifi at most if not all locations.

• Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.) - many locations free wifi at participating places

Consulates in Denver

• Australia | koalare1@ 8480 E Orchard Road Ste 1100, Greenwood Village ☎ +1 303-321-2234 +1 303-773-1664

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• Canada denvr-@ 1625 Broadway Ste 2600 ☎ +1 303-626-0640 +1 303-572-1158

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• Denmark (Honorary) | hnielsen980@ 5353 West Dartmouth Ave Ste 508 ☎ +1 303-980-9100 +1 303-985-9697

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• Italy 325 South Jackson Street - Centennial, CO ☎ +1 303-224-9927 +1 303-224-9930

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• Mexico 48 Steele Street 39.7793, -104.9498 ☎ +1 303-331-1110, +1 303-331-1112 +1 303-331-1872* Japan | cgjd-@ 1225 17th Street Ste 3000 ☎ +1 303-534-1151 +1 303-534-3393

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• Netherlands (Honorary) ☎ +1 720 460-9226

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• Norway (Honorary) Colorado 1700 Lincoln Street ☎ +1 303-830-1970 +1 303-866-0200

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• Peru 6795 E Tennessee Ave #550, Denver, CO 80224 ☎ +1 303-355-8555

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More Muslim Friendly Destinations from Denver

Winter sports

Holy Cross From Vail - Vail

For skiers and snowboarders, winter is the best time to visit Denver. Hordes of people fly into Denver International Airport each season on their way up to the ski capitals of Summit and Eagle counties, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Copper Mountain, Keystone (Colorado) | Keystone, Loveland Basin, Arapahoe Basin, and Breckenridge (Colorado) | Breckenridge, Winter Park (Colorado) | Winter Park; a little further away are Steamboat, and Aspen. You can find information on resort shuttles at the desks in DIA's main terminal.

There are many ski resorts about 1½–2 hours west of Denver along I-70, but weekend traffic to them can be very slow, especially in inclement weather. Steer clear of the crowds by skiing during the week or planning your trip outside the busy season (Thanksgiving to New Year's). There are also plenty of mountain trails for snowshoers and cross-country skiers, which are generally free. You can also take the RTD] Ski-n-Ride service from Boulder to Eldora Ski Resort west of Boulder, which is the only resort with scheduled bus service. Starting with the 2017 season, Winter Park (Colorado) will once again receive train service with the WinterParkExpress Winter Park Express operated by Amtrak. Departures are once every Saturday and Sunday from January to March at 7AM with the return trip departing Winter Park at 4:30PM.

Year-round destinations

• Red Rocks Amphitheatre. In Morrison, Colorado on the western edge of Denver, thit is a gorgeous outdoor concert venue set in a red sandstone paradise. There's a great view of Denver below. From Igor Stravinsky's North American debut of his 'Rite of Spring' at the park's opening in the 1940s to the Jethro Tull, Grateful Dead and Phish riots of the 1970s, '80s and '90s, Red Rocks's history is quirky and storied. It was also a stop on The Beatles famous British Invasion tour of America. But if you pay and visit Red Rocks only during a concert, you're seriously cheating yourself. Check out the Rock and Roll Museum at the top of Red Rocks, eat in the restaurant, hike the red sandstone and scrub oak trails for their scenic beauty and wildlife. It is illegal, however, to climb on the rocks themselves. If you can't bear to leave after the show, book a room or stay in a campground next to the amphitheater.
• Travelers in Colorado often use Denver as a home base for forays into the neighboring mountains, to places like Rocky Mountain National Park.
• Boulder is a laid-back university town about 25 minutes northwest of Denver. Snow-capped mountains can be seen for miles from the town.
• Grapes tours - Visit a Front Range or mountain fruit cocktailry, or even the vineyards themselves in Colorado's Wine Country. Various Wine Trails have been organized by the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board, a promotional entity funded by the state. The Wine Trails can be driven or biked.

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