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    Platte Valley Trolley

    4.1 (21 reviews)

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    Pamela M.

    3 Starts for a-ok, but I do wish it was longer. Leaving from outside the REI near the river, the train goes in one direction and back in the same direction. The tour guide does provide some interesting facts and knowledge which I liked that a lot. It was very cute but it's very short and simple.

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    Kristin C.

    This volunteer run trolley is a must ride! It's about a 25 min ride that shares all sorts of fun facts and history of Denver. The staff is friendly the tickets are super affordable. It runs Thursday- Sunday during the summer. It's fun for all ages. My little kids loved it as well as the grandparents.

    Alexandra F.

    Although I can't say that if a guy took me on this thing for a date I would give him a smooch at the end of the night, I would think that it was slightly cute because it is so cheesy. But let's say that on our date he got stuck having to drag his little sister with us because mom and dad had to go out all of a sudden... And we took the trolley for her because she has always wanted to go and going with her big brother would be the best experience ever... If it happened like that, not only would it be more appropriate to ride the trolley, but I would definitely give him a smooch at the end of the night. For only $5.00 you can take a trolley next to Platte River and enjoy cheesy tourist traps at its finest. Breeze by Confluence Park, REI, the Downtown Aquarium, the Children's Museum and Mile-Hi Stadium and get a different view of Denver than you usually get through you car window. A cheese ball tourist trap, but I never knew that the trolley ever even moved... So you learn something. * Choo choo star one is for a cheesy tourist trap that people love to hate and then go on when a wee-one is visiting ** Rail star two is for a friendly conductor with a big grin on his face *** Chuga chuga star three is for a unique idea and creative way to see ol' faithful Denver

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    Great fun. Short ride, Very nice people running it. Rode Trolley to and from the Broncos game. I recommend riding it. Lots of history.

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    It takes you from Confluence Park right outside REI all the way to Mile High and back.

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    Cowboy Pajamas - 07-04-2022

    Cowboy Pajamas

    4.1(9 reviews)
    1.0 miCBD, Northwest

    Unless you know the precise location of this sculpture, you can easily drive right past it! You…read morecan find it on Champa St. between 17th & 18th Streets. It is set next to the Hotel Registration sign leading to the Residence Inn. Drive by viewing! I couldn't find parking, so luckily, traffic came to a stop and I snapped a quick pic. This is definitely a whimsical piece! It's also a sort of abstract since there's basically only a pair of pants and an odd shaped abdomen with a belt in between. What might be perceived at first as arms are actually pistols. There's no face, arms, hands, nor feet. In summary, this is a cowboy with its guns drawn. Cowboy Pajamas is a solid work made from bronze, weighing three tons! It stands at over 20 feet tall. The sculptor is Sean O'Meallie. It was installed in 2008. Why is this sculpture in front of a hotel? This hotel, the Residence Inn at this address, hosts an Annual Pajama Party fundraiser. The fundraiser benefits and raises awareness for the homeless.

    You will find this little nugget right outside of the Residence Inn, in a small alcove. It is the…read morework of Sean O'Meallie who did the sculpture in 2008. It is starting to show signs of wear and is a bit weathered. It also has some graffiti on it. It is 20 feet tall, weighs about 3,000 pounds, and is made from bronze and acrylic paint. It is rumored to have chosen the Residence Inn as the site of the sculpture because the hotel had hosted has a Pajama Party fundraiser benefiting Denver's Road Home program in the past. It is an interesting piece that depicts a cowboy holding up two side arms. The cowboy has heart shaped balloon hat and what looks like a magnet for legs. It is all on a platform. As I mentioned, it is abstract AF. You have to stare at it for a little while to decipher what it is, a cowboy in pajamas. Anyway, as with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. Even though I passed it a few times since I was staying at the hotel next door. I recommend making this stop part of a larger itinerary or checking it out if you are in the area and/or on your way somewhere else, to maximize your time.

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    Sakura Square - 04-13-2023

    Sakura Square

    3.1(15 reviews)
    0.9 miLodo, Northwest

    I was a little excited about coming here after seeing a few pictures. Sakura Square is actually a…read morecity block, not just the little courtyard where the tribute sculptures are. Governor Ralph L. Carr - he welcomed Japanese-Americans released from internment camps just after WWII to settle in CO. Minoru Yasui - a lawyer who fought laws that discriminated against Japanese-Americans Reverend Yoshitaka Tamai.- responsible for the survival of the Tri-State Denver Buddhist Temple in the early years. There is an annual Cherry Blossom Festival. It would have been cool to have been able to time my visit for when it was happening, but that wasn't possible. I imagine the parking situation would be insane! The courtyard surroundings is nicely landscaped. Someone left a little treat for the wildlife ... I saw a squirrel enjoying some of it. There are two restaurants: JJ's Bistro and Sakura House Restaurant. Around the corner is the Pacific Mercantile Company which has almost every Asian grocery item you'd need and household or gift items! Just beyond the Pacific Mercantile Company is a Buddhist Temple. I just peered through the gate. There is metered street parking & I think there's a parking garage. Not sure if it's paid or free. I did end up in the area a couple times. I would not make it a point to specifically come here again although it was good to do so once.

    I was here during the cherry blossom festival which is probably not a good reference to the rest of…read morethe year but it was so packed that day I had to carry my dog and leave. But great initiative with lots of succes obviously

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    Sakura Square - Signage  04-13-2023

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    Denver Christkindlmarket - 2025 mugs!

    Denver Christkindlmarket

    3.7(170 reviews)
    0.7 miAuraria, Northwest
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    This was such a fun German holiday market. The food was amazing and we actually came back just to…read moresatisfy our cravings for the German/European offerings. Our first trip was on an incredibly cold day - definitely winter vibes happening with all the festive booths and snow on the ground. Our first stop was to enjoy warm mulled wine. As we have not been to Germany, this was a great time. The market was in a new location at the Auraria Campus / Tivoli Quad in Denver. The layout was really well done, with lots of areas for dining, shopping, games, indoor eating area, a massive holiday tree and even a carousel. Admission is free but parking isn't, so definitely plan for that. We had a blast watching the glass blowing demonstrations, eating brats, sauerkraut and German sausages. We had pastries and gingerbread men also. Shopping booths (40 or so) were spread out and offered so many holiday items. along with glass ornaments, nesting dolls, beer steins and other unique items. There were lots of green space and games to keep folks busy as they ate, took a break or just enjoyed the day while others shopped. Inside the tent, there was also live music and areas to sit down and enjoy your meal on those cold days. Servers were super friendly, helpful and generally in a great mood. We definitely spent some money, but nothing more than you'd expect for a holiday market. We're looking forward to this market next year!

    We really enjoy this market, so much so that we went three different times this year in the week we…read morespent in Denver. We also went last year. I do think it was a little bit better this year in the Tivoli quad. It just felt more spread out, and it was more on paved foot paths than the mostly uneven grass at the park. They decorate everything so festively and the giant mega tree is always fun and it was easier to get into this year as well to see from the underside. This year, even though we came late in the season, we were able to score a commemorative mug so that was cool for me. Most of the vendors are very nice and accommodating even though it's very very busy. I had an amazing pretzel this year and even more amazing cinnamon sugar almonds. The prices are high for most things, but that's kind of to be expected for this type of market. And there are some pretty unique things that are worth paying a little bit more for. All in all, I'll probably be back again next year, even though I don't even live in Denver.

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    Denver Christkindlmarket - Frenchie's daughter, Natalie (the sweetest thing) whipped us up a huge s'mores platter to enjoy.

    Frenchie's daughter, Natalie (the sweetest thing) whipped us up a huge s'mores platter to enjoy.

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    Light Chamber - 06-25-2023

    Light Chamber

    4.5(2 reviews)
    1.3 miCBD, Northwest

    This abundantly large sculpture is located outside of the Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse. There is a…read morelarge walkable area called the Dale Tooley Plaza between 14th Ave & W Colfax Ave. I used it to walk to the sculpture from Elati St. & W 14th Ave where I parked. There is street parking, but I wouldn't recommend coming during courthouse business hours! The sculpture was designed by Dennis Oppenheim. It is 45 ft tall and made of 29+ tons of galvanized steel. It's basically a flower (maybe a Calla Lily) opening up. You walk inside of those flower petals. True to the name, its structure allows for ample light to penetrate to the interior. It's cool to walk in between the petals and leaves! The shadows cast on the ground are pretty cool as well as eerie. You almost feel like you're in a jail! I don't think that was an intentional feature he was going for. Chamber in the name is for the Judge's Chamber. Come take a look! I thought it was pretty unique!

    This is an interesting and interactive art sculpture in Downtown Denver around the 14th and Colfax…read morearea next to the Lindsey Flanigan Courthouse. The interactive part as that since this artwork is formed in a circular pattern, you can walk inside and look at the sunlight shine through the translucent building material. I love to explore Downtown Denver, there is so many displays, murals, statues, and other works of art to admire.

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    Sculpture Park - Sculpture park

    Sculpture Park

    3.8(8 reviews)
    0.9 miCBD, Auraria, Northwest

    I went to the Sculpture Park for the free Christmas drone show and it was such a fun, festive…read moreouting! We bundled up, brought hot coffee in a thermos , and enjoyed every minute. The show starts at 7 PM every night through 12/31, and it's the perfect length not too long, so you don't end up freezing. Atmosphere: The park looked magical. They had lights wrapped around the trees, and the colors reflecting on the snow were absolutely gorgeous. It felt super cozy and Christmassy. The park was also very clean and well-maintained, which made the experience even nicer. I brought my dog along, and she loved playing in the snow! My mother-in-law told me that when it's warmer, there's even music that plays in the dancing sculptures section. Cost: FREE activity! This makes such a great holiday activity if you're looking for something festive without spending money. Tips: - Bundle up it's chilly! - Bring something warm to drink. - Watch out for a few icy spots on the path - Dogs are welcome and will probably have a great time! Overall Experience: Overall, a wonderful, family-friendly and dog-friendly holiday experience. Highly recommend checking it out before the season ends!

    While driving through Denver during our recent visit we came across this large green space and…read morepark. What caught my attention was the two large dancing sculptures that invite you to join them. Sculpture Park hosts many large outdoor festivals, concerts, workouts and other events. I have only seen these types of large sculptures in Calgary, Alberta Canada so I was excited when I saw these two dancers. The sculptures were created by Jonathan Borafsky and they are part of the public art collection here in Denver. Also due to their size they are a landmark right on Speer Blvd. It's not a particularly quiet park due to heavy traffic in the area, but a fun place to visit and shoot a quick pic.

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    Sculpture Park - Huge dancing sculptures

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    Platte Valley Trolley - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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