Welcome to Denver
Colorado’s vibrant and stunning capitol city
Denver is a city with a rich history. Known as the Queen City of the Plains and Queen City of the West, Denver had an important role in the Wild West Era and the agricultural industry of the High Plains, which is still seen today in the area’s museums and architecture. It's a big city with a lot of historical attractions, as well as notable shops, restaurants, and events happening all around. Whether you're a history-lover or someone looking for fun, Denver is a great place to be.
Living in Denver means immediate access to big city amenities. There’s always something going on in this city, and there are lots of fun things to do. Residents are active participants in their community and are often found frequenting locally-owned businesses, strolling through a nearby park, grabbing coffee with friends at a cafe, or hiking the Rocky Mountains.
Denver is home to a plethora of world-class shopping and dining experiences. Larimer Square is one of Denver's designated historical districts and its urban shopping center is home to Victorian-buildings-turned-stores. Scattered between the boutiques, high-end designer stores, and specialty buildings are several beloved restaurants serving some of the best cuisines you’ll ever taste. Another incredible shopping destination is 16th Street Mall, a mile-long retail village in the heart of Denver. There are tons of restaurants, places to shop, and attractions here, including 42 outdoor cafes and 12 movie theaters. RiNo, or the River North Art District, is a place in Denver you can visit to appreciate art or attend a concert venue.
There are several contemporary art galleries and concert venues located within the industrial buildings in this district. RiNo has a few food halls as well, including Denver Central Market and The Source. Another incredible shopping district is Cherry Creek North, which is home to over 600 businesses.
Denver’s myriad of attractions makes it impossible to run out of things to do. Enjoy opening day for the Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, or head to Ball Arena, where you’ll cheer on the Colorado Avalanche, an NHL hockey team, as they take on a prime opponent. With the football season comes tailgating parties, and Broncos fans don’t hold back, so be sure to check out one of the many tailgate parties hosted in Denver throughout the season. The Boettcher Concert Hall and the Temple Hoyne Buell Theater may not offer sporting events, but their performing arts venues offer something better — live dance, musical, and theatrical performances that are sure to have you coming back time and time again.
Denver, Colorado, is served by Denver Public Schools.