Central Colorado
Travel Guide
![Grand Lake](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226111-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Grand Lake featuring a lake or waterhole and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226115-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Alpine Visitor Center featuring interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226147-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Grand Lake](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226121-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Estes Park which includes a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226135-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Central Colorado
Where to stay in Central Colorado
![Downtown Denver featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/238000/238072-Downtown-Denver.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Denver
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Denver. Paramount Theater is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 16th - California Station or 16th - Stout Station to see more of Denver.
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Cherry Creek
Abundant dining options and stunning river views are well-reviewed features of Cherry Creek. Make a stop by top sights like Cherry Creek Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.
![LoDo showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/544000/544109-denver.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
LoDo
Take time in LoDo to visit attractions like Union Station and McGregor Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station to see more of the city.
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Denver Tech Center
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Denver Tech Center. You can visit top attractions like The Landmark Theatre Greenwood Village and Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre, and jump on the metro at Orchard Station or Arapahoe at Village Center Station to see more of the city.
![Around 200 high school students learning that with every sunrise there is a fresh start at Rocky Mountain Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.
If you are looking for a great sunrise hike at the YMCA of the Rockies Bible's Point is the way to go! #Adventure #Hiking #Sunrise #Rotary](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0bd63920c1972fa7d1b37e24e660ae26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
YMCA of the Rockies
While there might not be top attractions in YMCA of the Rockies, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Beaver Meadows Entrance Station and Sprague Lake.
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Capitol Hill
Unique features of Capitol Hill include the museums and bars. Make a stop by Molly Brown House Museum or Colorado State Capitol Building while you're exploring the area.
![Hyatt Place Denver Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11526600/11526513/7be17d52_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18200/18197/93f97392_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![Holiday Inn Express Denver Downtown, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2800/2787/680a71c4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Sentral Union Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83170000/83162300/83162286/38eefb7c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Sonder at Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102920000/102918700/102918700/0815393d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![Mint House Denver Downtown Union Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28930000/28927800/28927772/f5929ac1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
Popular places to visit
![Winter Park Ski Resort featuring snow, mountains and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147476-Winter-Park-Ski-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Winter Park Ski Resort
With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts.
![Union Station](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/544000/544103-denver.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Union Station
You can learn more about the history of Denver when you make a stop at a well-known site like Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
![Red Rocks Amphitheater which includes theater scenes and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34530-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Red Rocks Amphitheater
Towering monoliths create perfect acoustic conditions and a unique concert venue, all thanks to the magic of Mother Nature.
![Estes Park showing hiking or walking, a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226130-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rocky Mountain National Park
Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky.
![Colorado Convention Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c7f630ba5494e7472847b1bb0c1b97fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Colorado Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Colorado Convention Center, a top convention center in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
![US Air Force Academy showing modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/71000/71736-Us-Air-Force-Academy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Things to do
![Taste 10+ beers, visit 4 locations, and explore Denver with us on the LoDo Craft Beer Tour.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1375863/32c07619-8014-41df-9e8f-58455d3d195e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Denver Craft Beer Tour in Lower Downtown
![Holiday Lights in Cap Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4973255/5dbd12c0-9f27-44a5-83ee-863b9800ac42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gotham Private Haunted Driving Ghost Tour in Denver, CO
![Private Colorado Springs City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48891343/42d9c6f8-d528-4fb4-b59b-6281b2065ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Colorado Springs City Tour from Denver
![Continental Divide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1378136/9140c806-3ede-4c09-afe7-5687b973f4b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)