Denver prides itself as being one of the most fascinating, fastest-growing cities in the United States. It is also the most educated city in the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 92 percent of the population in the metro area have high school diplomas, and 35 percent have at least a bachelor's degree. Denver is also known as the Baby Boomer capital, and according to the American Cancer Society, is the "thinnest" city in America. Perhaps contrary to that statement, however, is the fact that Denver is also the birthplace of the world-renowned American icon, the "cheeseburger."

Boulder is home to the University of Colorado. While offering the immense scenic splendor of its many canyons, Boulder is a technologically gifted city with an expanding economy.

DENVER ATTRACTIONS

Odyssey
Connecting the capital center to Denver's rebuilt lower downtown area, the mall is comprised of a fascinating variety of souvenir shops, boutiques, and bars and nightclubs.

Six Flags Elitch Gardens
For the true thrill-seeker, this amusement park is loaded with thrill rides, from its Minderaser Coaster to its mammoth Tower of Doom. The park's 75-year-old carousel will remind you of amusement parks past. Six Flags is fun for kids of all ages.

Sensory Garden Denver Botanic Gardens
This Denver floral delight is rated in Country Living Gardener magazine as one of the top-10 public gardens in the United States, delectably appealing to all five senses!

Denver Zoo
he Denver Zoo has operated since 1896, and today is rated as one of the top 10 zoos in the United States. It is home to 4,000 animals, including 150 endangered species.

Coors Brewery Tour
A favorite Colorado tourist venue! Forty-minute walking tours are available in the Golden brewery, which produces more than 300 million cases of beer yearly. The highlight of this tour is a unique taste-testing experience of Coors' beer blends!

HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS

The Colorado State Capitol
A spectacular Corinthian-style granite building with a gold leaf covered dome.

The U.S. Mint
Denver's mint is the only U.S. mint besides Philadelphia's that provides tours. The mint produces circulation coins, commemorative coins and miniature medals.

The Molly Brown House Museum
This museum commemorates the courageous but controversial survivor of the Titanic disaster, the Unsinkable Molly Brown. Women wearing reenactment attire conduct tours through this three-story home.

CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS

The Denver Art Museum
This museum includes impressive collections of American Indian, Spanish Colonial and Western American art. The latter collection includes memorable works by Western masters such as Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell, George Catlin and others. The crown jewel in that collection is Charles Deas' "Long Jakes, The Rocky Mountain Man," the single most influential image in Rocky Mountain iconography.

Indigos Gallery
This gallery features international and Asian modern fine art.

Manos Folk Art
The shop is bursting with an array of handmade Mexican art forms.

Maps Unlimited
The topography lover can wallow in this fascinating gallery of - MAPS!

Black American West Museum
The museum is dedicated to the contributions of African-American citizens throughout U.S. history.

Denver Museum of Natural History
This Denver cultural gem is a stellar experience for those with an affinity for the earth and life sciences.

Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys
A delight for anyone fascinated with the diminutive, the museum is rightfully named for the items it features. Enjoyed by all ages!

Denver's Popular Foods

• Mexican and Southwestern dishes
• Rocky Mountain trout
• Buffalo

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