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Along with its rich and varied history, Colorado boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery on the planet – attracting mountain climbers, back packers and adventure travelers hoping to experience their own "Rocky Mountain high" at world famous Colorado ski resorts and at natural wonders like Pike's Peak in Colorado Springs. Besides begin the state capital, Denver is more famously known as a jumping-off point for exploring the nearby Rocky Mountains. Adding to the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park, additional Colorado tourist attractions include natural hot springs, Mesa Verde National Park, and Dinosaur National Monument.
2024 Colorado travel special events and festivals Just up ahead, check out our 2025 Colorado travel calender featuring memorable events and major festivals happening throughout the travel season. Find out where and when to go, plus more info at the official websites for directions and opening/closing times. Happy travels!
Family fun in Denver includes a trip to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, one of the biggest natural history museums in the nation. With limited time, head straight for the museum's most popular exhibits, the Hall of Life and/or the Space Odyssey, both featuring hands-on interactive exhibits. The Denver Zoo is also high on the list of places to go with kids in tow, featuring close encounters with more than 4,000 animals on 80 acres in City Park, including a train and bus shuttle to help you see it all. For a really sweet treat, kids also won't want to miss a visit Hammond's Candy Factory Tour offering friendly guides and a tour of the candy making process, plus free candy samples at the end of the tour. In Colorado Springs, top kids entertainment (adults enjoy it, too) is provided by the Ghost Town Museum with a fun look back at the Old West with authentic-looking displays including 19th century shops, a saloon, and activities such as panning for gold. In nearby Cascade CO, families can also get an early start on the holidays with a visit to the North Pole, a Christmas-themed amusement park with a special trip to Santa's house.
• There are more than 100 Colorado wineries throughout the state. Colorado's warm days and cool nights make for ideal wine country. • The "unofficial" national anthem of the US, "America the Beautiful" was written by poet Katharine Lee Bates in 1893 following a visit to the top of Pike's Peak. • One of the world's highest zip lines is located at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park in Canon City. It's located 1/3 of a mile high with speeds of up to 55mph. • Visitors to the Telluride Ski Resort can mellow out at the nation's highest wine bar. .• The Four Corners is the only place in the United States where you can stand in four states at the same time -- Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah.
More about Colorado travel around the Web: The Official Site for Colorado Travel and Tourism - An eyeful of color and information awaits with an excellent guide to getting there and getting around, suggested itineraries, special looks at ski areas, hotels, hot springs, nature trails and more. Visit
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