Denver is a vibrant city that offers 300 days of annual sunshine, year-round adventure, and a backyard in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. The city boasts the nation's largest city park system, as well as 90 golf courses and an incredible 850 miles of paved bike trails. Downtown Denver is centered on a mile-long pedestrian promenade lined with outdoor cafes and flower baskets.  The bustling downtown area is also home to three new sports stadiums, 300 restaurants, a restored historic district filled with 90 bars, restaurants and brewpubs, a collection of museums, a variety of galleries and shopping, the second largest performing arts center in the nation, three college campuses and even a unique downtown amusement park, Elitch Gardens.

From a thriving arts and culture scene, world class attractions and endless shopping possibilities, to nationally recognized chefs, exciting nightlife and abundant outdoor recreation, Denver welcomes you to experience, explore and discover how the Mile High City will awaken your senses like nowhere else.

Eventure Events values your attendance at this year’s conference and we want to ensure that your personal leisure time is just as exciting and inspirational as the STO 2007 conference. The Denver Marriott City Center is centrally located in the heart of Denver, Colorado; just minutes from dozens of local attractions. Check out the list below for ideas and information on things to do in the region.

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Top Restaurants in the Area
Local Attractions, Museums, Galleries, Cultural Centers
Sports & Sporting Events
Golf Courses in the Area
Shopping
Additional Links

Top Restaurants in the Area
Click here for a listing of the top restaurants in the Denver area.

Local Attractions

Mercury Café
2199 California Street
303-294-9281
Tues – Sun 5:30pm - 11:00pm
Desserts, Drinks and Coffee served all evening until 1:30am

Sunday Jazz Dance (Sept 9)
Every Sunday night, you will find the region’s premier jazz bands and musicians at the Mercury Café. Local favorites Hot Tomatoes Dance Orchestra, Queen City Jazz Band, Gypsy Swing Review and Rumble Seat will be performing on a regular basis.

Golden Triangle Museum District
Within walking distance of downtown this unique neighborhood is Denver’s center for art & culture. The area includes the Denver Art Museum, Denver Public Library, U.S. Mint, Colorado History Museum, Byers-Evans House, the Colorado Ballet, Ballet Arts Theatre, Acoma Center & Curious Theatre Company & over 50 galleries, artist’s studios, fine restaurants, and specialty stores.

Denver Art Museum
Civic Center Cultural Complex on 13th Avenue between Broadway and Bannock Streets
720-865-5000
T&Th 10:00am – 5:00pm, W&F 10:00am – 10:00pm, S&Su 9:00am – 5:00pm, Closed Mondays

Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum
7711 East Academy Boulevard
303-360-5360
Mon - Fri 10:00am – 5:00pm and Sun 12:00pm – 5:00pm

Colorado State Capital
200 East Colfax Avenue
303-866-2604
Mon - Fri 9:15am - 2:30pm
Tour the three Mile High Markers, Allen True water murals, Women's Gold Tapestry, Colorado General Assembly Chambers, and the rose onyx wainscoting.

Colorado History Museum
1300 Broadway
303-866-3682
Mon - Sat 10:00am – 5:00pm and Sun 12:00pm – 5:00pm

Denver Museum of Nature and Science (+imax)
2001 Colorado Boulevard
303-322-7009
General Museum hours 9:00am – 5:00pm

Art District on Santa Fe
828 Santa Fe Drive
303-534-9740
This multicultural neighborhood, just minutes from downtown, features the largest concentration of art galleries in Denver. The galleries in the district are dedicated to promoting public awareness of Santa Fe Drive as a unique art and cultural district, and furthering the arts and art education in the Denver metropolitan community.

Denver Zoo
23rd Avenue between Colorado Boulevard and York Street
303-376-4800
Open Daily 9:00am – 6:00pm. Gates close at 5:00pm
The Denver Zoo is home to nearly 4,000 animals representing over 700 species and is one of the most popular zoos in the United States.

Denver Botanical Gardens
1005 York Street
720-865-3500
Explore five-acres of formal gardens in downtown Denver.

Sports & Sporting Events

Baseball
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres at Coors Field
September 9th Only!
303-312-2485
Schedule and tickets

White Water Rafting
Whitewater rafting in Colorado is an experience that will leave you talking for a lifetime! Rafting lends itself as a great activity for anyone to enjoy, as all ages and ability levels can participate. Half-day, full-day, and overnight river camping trips are available. All are located outside the city of Denver.

Denver Adventures
303-984-6151
As Denver's premier adventure outfitter we offer unique, personalized activities customized to your specific needs and abilities. From a relaxing hike with spectacular views to challenging mountain bike excursions, there is something for everybody.

Get Out Colorado! Inc.
303-455-4688
Colorado has hundreds of spectacular trails. We eliminate the guesswork for you by determining what hike would best suit your needs and interests. You won’t have to worry about choosing the right trail, figuring out how to get there, or deciding where to go once you're there. Transportation available from hotel or any desired location.

Four Mile Historic Park
720-865-0800
On the banks of Cherry Creek, just four miles from downtown Denver, Four Mile Historic Park is a 12 acre oasis featuring Denver’s oldest standing structure, pioneer exhibits, special events for all ages, and guided tours that transport visitors to Colorado’s frontier past.

Public Golf Courses in the Area

Golf Course Listing:

City Park
East 25th Avenue & York Street, Denver
303-295-4420
Distance from hotel: 2.44 miles (approx. 9 minutes)

Harvard Gulch (Par 3)
East Iliff & South Clarkson, Denver
303-698-4078
Distance from hotel: 7.27 miles (approx. 14 minutes)

Overland Park
South Santa Fe & Jewell, Denver
303-698-4975
Distance from hotel: 6.51 miles (approx 12 minutes)

Wellshire
3333 South Colorado Boulevard
303-692-5636
Distance from hotel: 9.79 miles (approx. 16 minutes)

Willis Case
West 50th and Vrain
303-458-4877
Distance from hotel: 7.27 miles (approx. 13 minutes)

Shopping

16th Street Mall
16th and California
303-534-6161
Pedestrian walkway with outdoor cafes, renovated historic office buildings, sparkling glass-walled skyscrapers, shops, restaurants and department stores. Numerous fountains and plazas offer a variety of daily special events and entertainers. Free shuttle buses cruise the mile-long Mall every 90 seconds.

Larimer Square
1430 Larimer
303-534-2367
Denver’s urban shopping and dining district. Victorian buildings, house specialty boutiques and unique chef-driven restaurants. Shop in one-of-a-kind stores with distinctive fashion and exclusive offerings. Special events and a vibrant atmosphere year-round.

Additional Links
Here are some additional helpful links to assist you in discovering Denver:

Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau

Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

American Adventure Expeditions: Denver

Colorado.com