Westercon 71 Nearby Attractions

  • Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum (7.1 miles away) – “Transferred from the United States Air Force to a group of volunteers in 1994, Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is located in Hangar 1 of the former Lowry Air Force Base in eastern Denver, Colorado. Today, the Museum includes more than 182,000 square feet of hangar space and 50 iconic aircraft dating from 1939 to 1990. The mission of Wings Over the Rockies is to inspire, educate and entertain the public about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present, and future.”
  • Denver Botanic Gardens (10.1 miles away) – “Denver Botanic Gardens strives to entertain and delight while spreading the collective wisdom of the Gardens through outreach, collaboration and education. Our conservation programs play a major role in saving species and protecting natural habitats for future generations.”
  • Molly Brown House Museum (11.1 miles away) – “Historic Denver’s Molly Brown House Museum enhances Denver’s unique identity by telling the story of Margaret ‘Molly’ Brown’s activism, philanthropy and passion through educational programs, exhibits, and stewardship.”
  • History Colorado Center (11.2 miles away) – “We offer public access to cultural and heritage resources of Colorado, including statewide museums and special programs for individuals and families, collection stewardship of Colorado’s historic treasures, educational resources for schools, students and teachers, services related to preservation, archaeology and history, and the Stephen H. Hart Research Library.”
  • Denver Art Museum (11.7 miles away) – “The Denver Art Museum is an educational, nonprofit resource that sparks creative thinking and expression through transformative experiences with art. Its holdings reflect the city and region—and provide invaluable ways for the community to learn about cultures from around the world.”
  • Denver Mint (11.7 miles away) – “Learn the rich history of the United States Mint and how we produce billions of coins each year for the American public with a free, guided tour of the Denver facility. As a courtesy to all guests, tours are for adults and children 7 years and older.”
  • Larimer Square (12.4 miles away) – “As the Mile High City’s oldest and most historic block, the buildings along Larimer Square are now home to an inspired mix of independent shops, chef-driven restaurants and lively bars & clubs. You’ll find everything from one-of-a-kind fashion to vibrant nightlife—all with our signature canopy of lights above.”
  • Elitch Gardens (12.9 miles away) – “Located in the heart of Denver and celebrating 127 years of fun, Elitch Gardens is Colorado’s only world-class combination theme and water park. From thrilling roller coasters to pint-sized adventures, a splashin’ water park and tons of special events, there’s thrills for all.”
  • 16th Street Mall (13.4 miles away) – “Designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, the pedestrian promenade is made of red, white and gray granite in a repeating pattern that, seen from above, resembles the skin of a diamondback rattlesnake. Free shuttle buses, dubbed the MallRide, travel up and down the 16th Street Mall, stopping on every corner. Hop on and hop off as the shuttles come and go every few minutes and make everything downtown easy to reach.”
  • Coors Field (15.4 miles away) – We will update here once the 2018 schedule is available.
  • Red Rocks Amphitheatre (24.6 miles away) – “Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a rock structure near Morrison, Colorado, 10 miles west of Denver, where concerts are given in the open-air amphitheatre. Red Rocks Amphitheater is a naturally formed, world famous outdoor venue just fifteen miles west of Denver. There is a large, tilted, disc-shaped rock behind the stage, a huge vertical rock angled outwards from stage right, several large outcrops angled outwards from stage left and a seating area for up to 9,525 people in between.”
  • Butterfly Pavilion (25.7 miles away) – “We are home to over 5,000 animals! Embark on an adventure to the realm of Rosie, our famous tarantula. Step to Water’s Edge to be immersed in an underwater world full of sea creatures. Explore our tropical rain forest where 1,600 butterflies rule the sky! End your journey in our gardens and nature trail where you’re sure to see critters of all kinds.”
  • Colorado Railroad Museum (25.8 miles away) – “There’s something amazing about trains. The familiar whistle has always promised adventure. The gentle rock of the rails has set the rhythm of our lives. Experience it again at the Colorado Railroad Museum with over 100 narrow and standard gauge steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, cabooses HO Model Railroad and G-scale garden railway on our 15-acre railyard.”
  • Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory Tour (43.4 miles away) – “Join us here in beautiful Boulder, CO for a free factory tour. From raw ingredients to finished products, you’ll learn all about the wonderful world of tea and see how our wholesome products are blended, packaged and shipped. You’ll never look at tea the same way again!”
  • Garden of the Gods (58.1 miles away) – “Explore Colorado Springs’ paradise in one magical stop. Garden of the Gods Park is a registered National Natural Landmark. Imagine dramatic views, 300′ towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. This world-class Visitor & Nature Center and museum is the most visited attraction in the region with all new interactive exhibits.”
  • Pikes Peak (69.7 miles away) – “Few places in the world so grand in scale are also accessible to experience first-hand. The safe, scenic 19-mile highway provides you the opportunity to enjoy Pikes Peak at your leisure. Along the way, discover the North Slope Recreation Area, Crystal Reservoir Gift Shop, Historic Glen Cove Inn, and the Summit House. There are three lakes for fishing (May-Oct), picnic areas, hiking trails, and breathtaking views. The grandeur of the mountain often piques the curiosity of visitors, and the “Meet the Ranger” program is the perfect place to learn first-hand about Pikes Peak’s history, geology, nature, wildlife, and events.
    You soon realize this is unlike any other highway you have driven. There are no billboards or caravans of speeding motorists here, just a peaceful, winding journey to another world. Keep an eye out for deer, elk, yellow-bellied marmots, Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep and the infamous Bigfoot.”

 

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