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April 25, 2025
Estes Park, CO
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Brittany & Brian

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There is so much to do and see in Colorado, but here are some of our favorites across the Front Range! Be sure to do your own research to make sure the spot is open that time of the year before you go.
Coors Field

Coors Field

2001 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80205

Catch a game at Coors Stadium. They play the Cincinnati Reds our wedding weekend! Wearing KC Royals is encouraged :)

16th Street Mall

16th Street Mall

16th Street Mall, Denver, CO 80265

Great for window shopping and lots of good food spots

Union Station

Union Station

1701 Wynkoop, Denver, CO 80202

Check what "Experience" is happening or just stop in to dine and shop!

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Botanic Gardens

1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206

As a plant lover, this is a must. We like to stop at the local Botanic Garden on every road trip we take!

Denver Art Museum

Denver Art Museum

100 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204

For the art lovers

Roxborough Park

Roxborough Park

Roxborough Park, CO

The park we got engaged at! Lots of great hiking options, including Carpenter Peak! There is a small charge to get in the park.

Denver Biscuit Company

Denver Biscuit Company

2501 Dallas Street, Aurora, CO 80010

Many locations across Denver for some of the biggest, best biscuits!

Buckhorn Exchange

Buckhorn Exchange

1000 Osage Street, Denver, CO 80204

What better way to eat steak and other meat than in a room full of taxidermy animals watching?

Casa Bonita

Casa Bonita

6715 West Colfax Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80214

Calling all South Park fans! Or anyone who wants a meal with a show, cliff divers!

Downtown Aquarium

Downtown Aquarium

700 Water Street, Denver, CO 80211

An Aquarium with a tiger and monkey too! Don't forget to eat at the restaurant after your tour through.

Stanley Marketplace

Stanley Marketplace

2501 Dallas Street, Aurora, CO 80010

It is an old airplane hanger transformed into a shopping center. There is a Denver Biscuit located inside too! Two for one stop.

Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion

6252 West 104th Avenue, Westminster, CO 80020

If you're brave, you can hold the Tarantula! We are not brave.

Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

2121 Children's Museum Drive, Denver, CO 80211

We have never been but our friends with kids have recommended it!

Comedy Works Downtown

Comedy Works Downtown

1226 15th Street, Denver, CO 80202

There are already some comedies scheduled for our wedding weekend. Grab your tickets now!

Denver Nuggets

Denver Nuggets

1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204

If the Nuggets make playoffs, you might be able to catch a game! The nuggets are a big deal in Denver.

The Grizzly Rose

The Grizzly Rose

5450 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80216

Our absolute favorite country bar and music venue. Check back later to see if any country artists are coming to town! Even if there is not a concert, it is a fun atmosphere! Ride the mechanical bull if you dare!

Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre

Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre

6350 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

A great outdoor concert venue. Check back if there's any good concerts scheduled.

Lucile's Creole Cafe

Lucile's Creole Cafe

CO 80302

There's locations in Denver, Longmont, Fort Collins, and Boulder! They specialize in Louisiana style brunch.

Cart-Driver RiNo

Cart-Driver RiNo

2500 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80205

This is in the RiNo District of Denver which has lots of good bars and foods. Best spot for Oysters (NOT the Rocky Mountain kind)

Elitch Gardens Parking

Elitch Gardens Parking

2000 Elitch Circle, Denver, CO 80204

Amusement Park in the heart of Denver!

Topgolf

Topgolf

16011 Grant Street, Thornton, CO 80023

A couple locations in Denver, Top Golf is always a family fun place to hang out. Can't beat the views at any Colorado location!

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

18300 West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465

Check the website for festivals and concerts or just visit for the site seeing!

Georgetown Loop Railroad

Georgetown Loop Railroad

646 Loop Drive, Georgetown, CO 80444

Located close to Denver, it is a fun way to see a mountain town without going all the way up in elevation.

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods

Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Breath taking views with little to no incline hikes! Family friendly.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

The highest elevation zoo in the country at 6,714 feet above sea level!

Manitou Cliff Dwellings

Manitou Cliff Dwellings

10 Cliff Road, Manitou Springs, CO 80829

"The three story pueblo structure demonstrates the architecture of the Taos Pueblo Indians of New Mexico. These Pueblo Indians are descendants of the Cliff Dwelling Indians belonging to the Ancestral Puebloans cultural line. This pueblo building was erected at the turn of the century and home to a Native American family of dancers who entertained the tourists for several generations"

The Broadmoor Seven Falls

The Broadmoor Seven Falls

1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80905

Hike or shuttle to the fall with the option of climbing the steps to the top of the waterfall!

Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak

Colorado Springs, CO 80809

Venture up by foot, car, or shuttle to the highest summit of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains!

Air Force Academy

Air Force Academy

2346 Academy Drive, Air Force Academy, CO 80840

Located in Colorado Springs, you can schedule a tour of the academy.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

Estes Park, CO

If you visit before May 22nd, no timed entry purchase is required! Drive around and find the Elk, or get out for a hike! We recommend Bear Lake and Trail Ridge Rd, but you can't go wrong once you're in the park! This is where we took our engagement photos.

Rainbow Trout Fishing Farm

Rainbow Trout Fishing Farm

Estes Park, CO 80452

Head over here for some fishing, no license required!

Estes Park Brewery

Estes Park Brewery

470 Prospect Village Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517
Coffee on the Rocks

Coffee on the Rocks

510 Moraine Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517

Enjoy some coffee and brunch with a beautiful creek running right by it. You might get a wildlife creature or two coming to enjoy your morning with you!

Snowy Peaks Winery

Snowy Peaks Winery

292 Moraine Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517
Stanley Hotel

Stanley Hotel

333 East Wonderview Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517

Dare to stay in the haunted hotel or just get a quick tour!

Chautauqua

Chautauqua

1777 Broadway, Boulder, CO

A beautiful hike, right in Boulder! 1.3 miles out and back but there is a steep incline at the start.

Boulder Farmers Market

Boulder Farmers Market

13th Street, Boulder, CO 80302

Lots of food vendors, fresh produce, and of course, my favorite, flowers. One of our favorite spots to frequent on Saturday morning's!

Boulder Falls

Boulder Falls

Boulder Canyon Drive, Nederland, CO 80466

Not a hiker? That's okay! This beautiful waterfall is just a few steps off the road! Keep your eyes out for chipmunks!

The Buff Restaurant

The Buff Restaurant

2600 Canyon Boulevard, Boulder, CO 80302

.99 cent Bloody Marys and Mimosa's?! Say no more. If you're getting a coffee, get "The White Buffalo"

The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse

The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse

1770 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80302

We always just step in for the ambience and beautiful art. If you stay to have tea, let us know how it is!

Pearl Street Mall

Pearl Street Mall

1303 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

A walking mall with lots of street performers, food, and shops.

Celestial Seasonings

Celestial Seasonings

4600 Sleepytime Drive, Boulder, CO 80301

If you drink tea, you've most likely had Celestial Tea. Stop by to tour where the famous tea is made!

Left Hand Brewing Company

Left Hand Brewing Company

1265 Boston Avenue, Longmont, CO 80501

Although seasonal, we highly recommend the Key Lime Pie Nitro if available! Don't knock it until you try it!

Bruce's Bar and Restaurant

Bruce's Bar and Restaurant

123 1st Street, Severance, CO 80550

Want to try Rocky Mountain Oysters?? This dive bar is the spot. Good luck!

Sweet Heart Winery & Event Center

Sweet Heart Winery & Event Center

5500 West U.S. 34, Loveland, CO 80537
Candlelight

Candlelight

4747 Marketplace Drive, Johnstown, CO 80534

Check the calendar for what show is playing and dine while you watch!

The Wild Animal Sanctuary

The Wild Animal Sanctuary

2999 County Road 53, Keenesburg, CO 80643

Think Tiger King but all the animals are rescued and well taken care of on acres of land. Kind of out of the way but worth the drive!

New Belgium Brewing Company

New Belgium Brewing Company

500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Another good brewery

Old Town

Old Town

Fort Collins, CO 80524

A great spot to walk around and explore Fort Collins.

Horsetooth Reservoir

Horsetooth Reservoir

Fort Collins, CO

You can hike all the way to the top or just drive around the reservoir!

Anheuser Busch

Anheuser Busch

3823 Mountain Vista Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Schedule a tour of the brewery , disc golf, and if you're lucky see the famous Budweiser Clydesdales!

Terry Bison Ranch Resort

Terry Bison Ranch Resort

51 I-25 Frontage Road, Cheyenne, WY 82007

We have never been but heard it is a fun way to see Bison, camels, and ostriches!

Winter Park

Winter Park

Winter Park, CO 80482

Not only great skiing and snowboarding but a cute town square to explore as well!

Coors Brewery Tour

Coors Brewery Tour

502 14th Street, Golden, CO 80401

Schedule a tour and try samples made fresh from the Rocky Mountain waters.

Hanging Lake Trailhead

Hanging Lake Trailhead

Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Breath taking "crystal clear water" after a short hike.

Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge

Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge

415 East 6th Street, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Lounge in a hot tub in the mountains? Yes please.

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

4218 County Road 3A, CaƱon City, CO 81212

Home to America's highest suspension bridge and zip line!

Eldorado Canyon State Park

Eldorado Canyon State Park

9 Kneale Road, Eldorado Springs, CO 80025

Another great hiking spot but you can't go wrong with any hikes in Colorado!

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

CO

If you didn't know, Colorado is technically a desert!

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