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Explore Denver's Creative Side

Spend a few days exploring Denver's arts-and-culture scene, which runs the gamut from world-class museums to street art and walkable districts full of galleries, studios, music venues and arts events.

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Day 1

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Tour Galleries in Art District on Santa Fe

Denver's Art District on Santa Fe is a unique, nationally known art and cultural district with over 60 galleries, restaurants and shops located a few…

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The Denver Central Market

Denver Central Market brings a gourmet food emporium and community meeting place to the heart of Colorado's capital city.

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RiNo Art District

Located just north of Downtown Denver, RiNo includes a remarkable concentration of creative businesses, including architects, art galleries, ceramicists,…

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Beckon

A unique, pre-paid and ticketed dining experience where you'll indulge in internationally inspired multiple-course meals, with expertly paired drinks…

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Our Mutual Friend Malt & Brew

For us, brewing beer began as an excuse to gather with our friends and ruminate on life, philosophy, music, food, and of course, beer. 

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the ART, a hotel

The ART, a hotel in Denver, CO, is an award-winning boutique property offering guests a unique experience unlike anyone else.

Day 2

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Snooze

Picture breakfast and lunch crafted from scratch recipes focusing on the highest level ingredients; a setting filled with energy and pouring over in…

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Golden Triangle Cultural Campus

Take your pick from Denver Art Museum, Clyfford Still, History Colorado Center or Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art.

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City O' City

A downtempo coffeehouse and bar, serving thin crust vegetarian and vegan pizzas and more.

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Tattered Cover

A miniature version of Denver’s most beloved indie bookstore, The Tattered Cover Union Station offers a newsstand, new and used books, plus a cafe with…

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Mizuna

Mizuna is where the service is understated and exemplary. It is an artist’s studio, a culinary think-tank, a food laboratory.

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The Cooper Lounge at Union Station

Situated in the mezzanine of Denver Union Station, the lounge offers inspiring views of vibrant downtown Denver.

lodging

the ART, a hotel

The ART, a hotel in Denver, CO, is an award-winning boutique property offering guests a unique experience unlike anyone else.

Day 3

breakfast

Mercantile dining & provision

Offering Chef Alex Seidel's signature take on elevated comfort food, the restaurant follows in the footsteps of the award-winning Fruition Restaurant,…

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Inspire, Surprise, and Entertain All in One Setting

Multiple unique settings that accommodate 15 to 3,500 guests

Inspiring views of City…

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Steuben's

Steuben's is a Denver restaurant recreating American regional classics.

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Museum of Contemporary Art Denver

Five galleries display a constantly refreshed series of exhibits showcasing innovative artists with a bold way of seeing the world.  A serene rooftop…

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The Woods at the Source

The Woods is a full service restaurant, bar and beer garden featuring dishes collaboratively paired with New Belgium Brewing craft beers.

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Tennyson Street

Take a stroll down the adorable Tennyson Street.

lodging

the ART, a hotel

The ART, a hotel in Denver, CO, is an award-winning boutique property offering guests a unique experience unlike anyone else.