5 days in Denver Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the "Mile-High City," Denver sits at an altitude of 1,600 m (5,280 ft) above sea level, located right where the Great Plains give way to the Rocky Mountains.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Denver: Carousel of Happiness (in Nederland), Colorado Springs (Garden of the Gods & Michael Garman Museum & Gallery) and Pikes Peak - America's Mountain (in Cascade). There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, appreciate the extensive heritage of 16th Street Mall, admire the masterpieces at Denver Art Museum, and admire the natural beauty at Denver Botanic Gardens.

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If you are flying in from Serbia, the closest major aiports are Denver International Airport and City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. October in Denver sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C at night.