Rocky Mountain National Park: A trip to Denver would be incomplete without visiting the jewel in the crown of the USA’s National Parks. Featuring 400 square miles of breathtaking scenery, the Rocky Mountain National Park can be reached in around an hour and a half when driving from Denver. With hiking trails, tranquil lakes and magnificent waterfalls, visiting this stunning location is a truly unforgettable experience.
Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave: One of the most iconic cowboys of all time, William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, epitomised the Wild West. His final resting place, on top of Lookout Mountain, is approximately 25 miles from Denver — and boasts one of the best views in all of Colorado. The Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave offers a fascinating insight into life in the Old West. Here, you will find exhibits dedicated to the cowboy’s life, Indian artefacts, firearms and Western art.
Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum: The first and only museum in the U.S dedicated to mountaineering history, the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum is approximately 20 miles from Denver. Known as the nation’s premier destination to experience and research mountain history, the collection has grown to include over 5,000 pieces of equipment, prints and cultural artefacts kindly donated by mountaineers from around the world. The museum introduces visitors to the world of rock climbing and honours the achievements of alpinists from America and worldwide.