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Denver 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Denver. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $70 to $410 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
May to June, September to October
Budget Cost
$210
Mid-Range
$495
1
Day 1
Union Station
Union Station, 16th Street Mall, Denver Art Museum, RiNo brewery crawl
Estimated cost: $165 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Red Rocks Amphitheatre hike
Red Rocks Amphitheatre hike, Morrison town lunch, Denver Botanic Gardens
Estimated cost: $165 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Rocky Mountain National Park day trip or skiing at Breckenridge (1.5 hrs west)
Rocky Mountain National Park day trip or skiing at Breckenridge (1.5 hrs west)
Estimated cost: $165 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$210
$70/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$495
$165/day x 3 days
Luxury
$1230
$410/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- ✓The A-Line commuter rail runs from DEN airport to Union Station for $10.50 — skip the overpriced taxis
- ✓RiNo (River North Art District) has the best mix of murals, craft breweries, and restaurants in the city
- ✓Altitude hits harder than expected — drink extra water and go easy the first day at 5,280 ft
- ✓Red Rocks Amphitheatre is 30 minutes away and worth visiting even without a show
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