Jason's Downtown Denver Tour
- by jasonkallas
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- September 16, 2008
Experience Downtown Denver. This jam packed tour will take you from the historic Union Station, through LoDo, up the 16th Street Mall around the Capital, through the DAM, down the bike path and drinking a beer at My Brother's Bar within eight hours. Originally conceived for guests visiting from France, this tour is full Americana and random history.
Jason's Downtown Denver Tour
If you are meeting someone, there isn’t better starting spot, than Union Station. I recommend starting between 9-10AM.
The Union Depot and Railroad Company built the city’s first Union Station. It cost $525,000 and opened on June 1, 1881. Up until 1958, Denver Union Station had more travelers than Stapleton Airport.
If you are meeting someone, there isn’t better starting spot, than Union Station. I recommend starting between 9-10AM.
The Union Depot and Railroad Company built the city’s first Union Station. It cost $525,000 and opened on June 1, 1881. Up until 1958, Denver Union Station had more travelers than Stapleton Airport.
Tattered Cover Bookstore
1628 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
Grab a breakfast sandwich and a drink for the walk.
Grab a breakfast sandwich and a drink for the walk.
Wynkoop Brewing Co
1634 18th St, Denver, CO 80202
Walk down Wynkoop Street past the Brewing Company, where our current Mayor made is millions.
http://www.wynkoop.com/history.html
Walk down Wynkoop Street past the Brewing Company, where our current Mayor made is millions.
http://www.wynkoop.com/history.html
Coors Field
2001 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205
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The Oxford Hotel
1600 17th St, Denver, CO 80205
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Rockmount Ranch Wear Mfg Co
1626 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202
Stop in at Rockmount and try on a pair of custom boots or a red velvet cowboy hat. ROCKMOUNT’s magic popularized western wear and you’ll agree it still has appeal.
http://www.rockmount.com/our_story.htm
Stop in at Rockmount and try on a pair of custom boots or a red velvet cowboy hat. ROCKMOUNT’s magic popularized western wear and you’ll agree it still has appeal.
http://www.rockmount.com/our_story.htm
16th Street Mall
511 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
Completed in 1982, the 16th Street Mall is a shopping, dining and transportation hub covering more than a mile.
Make sure to stop in at least one of the many cheesy tourist shops. Try on a Moose hat and read some comical Colorado bumper stickers.
Completed in 1982, the 16th Street Mall is a shopping, dining and transportation hub covering more than a mile.
Make sure to stop in at least one of the many cheesy tourist shops. Try on a Moose hat and read some comical Colorado bumper stickers.
Overland Outfitters
1512 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202
There is nothing more fun than trying on a fur hat, laughing at yourself in the mirror and then choking on the price.
There is nothing more fun than trying on a fur hat, laughing at yourself in the mirror and then choking on the price.
Writer Square
1512 Larimer St Unit 1 R, Denver, CO 80202
The lush flowers and outdoor dining make for a great photo.
The lush flowers and outdoor dining make for a great photo.
Larimer Square
1400 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202
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The Daniels & Fisher (D&F) Tower
1601 Arapahoe St Denver, CO 80202
The Daniels & Fisher (D&F) Tower is a distinctive Denver, Colorado landmark. Built as part of the Daniels & Fisher department store in 1910, it was the tallest structure west of the Mississippi at the time, at a height of 325 feet (99 meters).
Denver Center for Performing Arts
1245 Champa St, Denver, CO 80204
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Colorado Convention Center
700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
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Johnny Rockets
401 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
Johnny Rockets sells burgers, Americana and shakes – better than most. You may consider this a little cheesy, but work-release convicts dancing is always a good time.
If you are looking for the real deal, back up a couple blocks and hit Sam’s No. 3.“All American Restaurant” http://www.samsno3.com/ but be warned there is minimal dancing in the aisles.
You’ll will want to be done with your burgers no later than 12:45.
Johnny Rockets sells burgers, Americana and shakes – better than most. You may consider this a little cheesy, but work-release convicts dancing is always a good time.
If you are looking for the real deal, back up a couple blocks and hit Sam’s No. 3.“All American Restaurant” http://www.samsno3.com/ but be warned there is minimal dancing in the aisles.
You’ll will want to be done with your burgers no later than 12:45.
Colorado State Capital
200 E Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80203
Everyone loves big old buildings where important things happen. Make sure to get your photo on the steps, marked a mile high.
Denver Public Library
10 W 14th Avenue Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204
Walk by the Library on your way to the new wing of the Denver Art Museum.
Walk by the Library on your way to the new wing of the Denver Art Museum.
Frederic C. Hamilton Building - DAM
100 W 14th Avenue Pkwy Denver, CO 80204
If you have time I recommend coming back. This tour only has time for a quick stop in the gift shop and a few moments for gawking at the architecture. You have to be at the Brown Palace at 2PM for their guided tour.
Civic Center Park
100 W 14th Ave Parkway Denver, CO 80204
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa
321 Seventeenth Street, Denver, CO 80202
The Brown has a free guided tour on Saturdays. You should call ahead and plan to meet in front of the Ship Tavern. The tour is definitely worth the hour it takes.
http://www.brownpalace.com/press_room/press_kit_2008.cfm
The Brown has a free guided tour on Saturdays. You should call ahead and plan to meet in front of the Ship Tavern. The tour is definitely worth the hour it takes.
http://www.brownpalace.com/press_room/press_kit_2008.cfm
Classic Cruisers Bike Rentals & Adventure Tours
anywhere Denver, CO 80202
This service will drop and pick up the bikes where ever you are at. Call Doug at 303-777-5375 or 720-427-3939 A Half Day Rental is $20 + Tax.
HYATT REGENCY DENVER AT COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER
650 15th Street, Denver, CO 80202
Ride your bikes to the new Hyatt and go up to the Peaks Lounge, reward yourself with a drink and enjoy the views. Both are incredible on the 27th floor.
Finish that drink by 4PM, knowing there are more in store – later in the tour.
http://denverregency.hyatt.com
Ride your bikes to the new Hyatt and go up to the Peaks Lounge, reward yourself with a drink and enjoy the views. Both are incredible on the 27th floor.
Finish that drink by 4PM, knowing there are more in store – later in the tour.
http://denverregency.hyatt.com
Cherry Creek Bike Path
Speer Blvd & Colfax Denver, CO 80202
After the Hyatt you’ll ride past the Convention Center and hit Speer and Colfax, from there you drop down in the Cherry Creek Bike Path for an easy cruise along the river.
Rei-Recreational Equipment Inc
1416 Platte St, Denver, CO 80202
If you’re the sporty type this is your heaven and you should go inside. If your like the rest of us the confluence of the Platte and Cherry creek may be more entertaining.
If you’re the sporty type this is your heaven and you should go inside. If your like the rest of us the confluence of the Platte and Cherry creek may be more entertaining.
Denver Skate Park
2205 19th Street Denver, CO 80204
You’re not going to see Tony Hawk or any other Pros, but this park is worth checking out. Or better yet, show off your stuff and give skating a shot.
Platte River Bike Trail
Platte River Denver, CO 80204
Trails go along both sides of the river. Try one and then go back the other way. The goal is only a few blocks away and your on a bike – be adventurous.
My Brother's Bar
2376 15th St, Denver, CO 80202
Lock up those bikes, call the bike service for pick up, and order a beer and onion rings at Jack Kerouac’s old haunt. You made it.
Lock up those bikes, call the bike service for pick up, and order a beer and onion rings at Jack Kerouac’s old haunt. You made it.
Platte River Pedestrian Bridge
N 39° 45.393 W 105° 00.418 Denver , CO 80202
Walk down Platte Street to the Emagene Skate Board shop and hang a right then walk over the Platte River Pedestrian Bridge.
If you take a left and go over I-25 you’ll end up in the highlands. While fantastic in every way, I recommend saving it for another day.
Millennium Bridge
Riverfront Park Denver, CO 80202
Located behind Union Station, the Millennium Bridge connects the popular 16th Street Mall with the Riverfront Park in the Central Platte Valley neighborhood.
You are back where you started and the clock hasn’t striked six.
This tour has been tried and tested for your enjoyment. Enjoy!
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by alexandraf 11/03/2008 Reply
Looking for a spot for a group of us to meet for my colleague’s last day at work… thanks for the helpful guide!
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