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During your Denver vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Lakeside Amusement Park
Among the largest amusement parks in the Rocky Mountains, Lakeside has about 40 rides, including a Cyclone roller coaster, a midway with carnival and arcade games, and a rare steam-powered miniature train that circles the lake. There are also food stands and picnic facilities, plus a separate Kiddie's Playland with 15 rides. Allow 3 hours.
Colorado State Capitol
Built to last 1,000 years, the capitol was constructed in 1886 of granite from a Colorado quarry. The dome, which rises 272 feet above the ground, was first sheathed in copper, then replaced with gold leaf after a public outcry: Copper was not a Colorado product.Murals depicting the history of water in the state adorn the walls of the first-floor rotunda, which offers a splendid view upward to the underside of the dome. The rotunda resembles the layout of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. South of the rotunda is the governor's office, paneled in walnut and lit by a massive chandelier.On the first floor, the west lobby hosts revolving temporary exhibits. To the right of the main lobby is the governor's reception room. The second floor has main entrances to the House, Senate, and old Supreme Court chambers. On the third floor are entrances to the public and visitor galleries for the House and Senate (open to the public during legislative session from January through early May).
City Park
Denver's largest urban park covers 330 acres (96 sq. blocks) on the east side of uptown. Established in 1881, it retains Victorian touches. The park encompasses two lakes (with boat rentals and fishing), athletic fields, jogging and walking trails, a free children's water feature, playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic areas, and an 18-hole municipal golf course. In summer, there are concerts. The park is also the site of the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science (including its IMAX Theater), discussed elsewhere in this chapter.
Comfort Inn & Suites
Located off I-70 near the new Stapleton Development area. Just minutes to downtown Denver, Denver Coliseum, Invesco Fields, Pepsi Center and Coors Stadium. The Comfort Inn and Suites offers FREE wireless high speed Internet, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/board and cable TV in every room. Suites available with microwave and refrigerator. While traveling on business or pleasure, the Comfort Inn and Suites can accomodate you. Meeting rooms and exercise facility on premises. This hotel is a ...
Quality Inn Denver
The Quality Inn Denver, CO is located just 15 miles west of Denver International Airport off I-70. Just minutes from the Stapleton Development Area, shopping and Denver attractions. All guestrooms include FREE wireless high speed Internet, hair dryer, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, Nintendo, and cable TV. Restaurant and outdoor seasonal swimming pool. Suites available with microwave and refrigerator. Our staff will make you feel at home during your stay. Pet accommodation: ...
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