Denver

Located at the base of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Colorado’s largest city is also one of the country’s most beautiful. The Denver metropolitan area has approximately 2.1 million residents with around 500,000 living within the city limits. Denver is transforming itself daily, as the last decade has seen the addition of a new baseball stadium, airport, light-rail system, central library, downtown amusement park and aquarium and completely revitalized downtown area.

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, 650 miles of paved bike trails, 90 golf courses, the nation’s largest park system and a few minutes drive to the mountains, it’s no wonder Denver is consistently on the top magazines “highest quality of life” and “healthiest city” lists. Throughout the year you will find cyclists, rollerbladers, power-walkers and baby strollers on the miles of bike paths that wind through the city. Kayaker’s brave the rapids on the South Platte River, right in the middle of town. The vibrant, athletic population is always out enjoying the fresh air and mild climate.

Though Denver residents love the outdoors, they also support the many cultural attractions throughout the city. Denver has one of the most highly educated populations in the United States, many of which enjoy attending Broadway Shows, symphonies, operas and ballets at The Denver Center for the Performing Arts Complex, the second largest in the nation. In addition, the Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver Children’s Museum, Denver Zoo and the Downtown Aquarium are all world-class facilities located in the downtown area.

Denver is committed to maintaining the beauty and history of its past, as historic buildings and preservation districts are prevalent throughout the area. Even new buildings that are constructed in the lower downtown area must adhere to strict building guidelines that ensure the historic flavor and sterile glass buildings will never replace feel of the old west.

Denver has the tenth largest, and one of the cleanest, downtowns in America, centered around a mile-long pedestrian mall lined with colorful eateries and beautiful flower baskets. Sitting at a café, residents can enjoy the spectacular mountain views of the nearby mountain ranges. Sunsets and sunrises are breathtaking from anywhere in the city. Located in downtown Denver are over 300 restaurants, 90 bars and brewpubs, three new sports stadiums, museums, galleries, shops, three college campuses, the performing arts center and an amusement park.

Denver is quickly becoming the beer brewing capital of the country, brewing more beer than any other city. It also has a happening social scene in the lower downtown area, complete with jazz clubs, brew pubs and restaurants. In addition, music lovers have dozens of venues that offer some of the most memorable concert experiences on earth, including the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, a 9,000-seat arena carved out of huge red rock boulders. Nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, music aficionados, sports fans, busy professionals and restaurant critics all call this wonderful city home.