Denver is a mile-high city of breweries, music venues and a lively food scene, with Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Rocky Mountain National Park and Boulder close enough for day trips. Summer and fall are best; winter is cold but sunny.
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Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
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How long to stay
3–5 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 3.5h from the US East Coast, 9.5h from Europe, 17.5h from South Asia.
Good to know
- The altitude is real: drink water, go easy on alcohol the first day and apply sunscreen.
- Reserve timed entry for Rocky Mountain National Park in summer.
- Red Rocks shows sell out; check the schedule before you book flights.
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