5 Day Guide for Your First Time in Colorado

5 Day Guide for Your First Time in Colorado

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Discover Colorado with this LGBTQ+ and solo female-friendly travel guide. Explore stunning outdoor scenery, relax in soothing natural hot springs, hike breathtaking mountain trails, and experience the city's vibrant nightlife. From Estes Park to Breckenridge and Denver, this trip offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation!
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Day 1: Denver 

Hotel

Sonder The Artesian
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Located in the Denver Highlands in walking distance to restaurants and nightlife
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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
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A luxury option in the middle of Denver. The hotel offers spa services and has fine dining nearby.
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Brunch

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
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Visit the popular chain brunch spot, Snooze, which originated in Denver's Ballpark District at 2262 Larimer St. in 2006
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Hello Darling
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Pick up your morning coffee at this picturesque cafe. Stop by for Happy hour is M-F 20% cocktails, wine, and beer
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Sites

Confluence Park
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Start your day with a morning walk around Confluence Park. You might spot people rafting or playing in the water during late spring / early summer,
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Union Station
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Take pictures at Denver's train station and enjoy the stations' restaurants and stores
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Larimer Square
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Stroll around this pedestrian street and stop by some restaurants and stores
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NADC Burger
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Visit this laidback burger joint with an artsy skateboarding vibe.
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Garage Sale Vintage - Denver
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Visit this spot that is both a thrift store, record store, and bar.
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Lunch

The Denver Central Market
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A lively cafeteria fun to drink and people watch. Make sure to check out the graffiti alley right behind the building.
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Dinner, Drinks, Dessert

Happy Camper Pizza
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Lively outdoor restaurant serving pizza and drinks.
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Little Man Ice Cream
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Stop by for a late night sweet treat and enjoy this Denver local ice cream shop. During Saturdays in the summertime, this spot hosts free swing lessons.
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Day 2: Golden, Boulder, and Estes Park

Brunch in Golden

Cafe 13
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Before hitting the mountains, visit this spot for brunch.
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Activities in Boulder

Pearl Street Mall
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Cute walkable streets with artsy, vintage feel. Independent bookstores, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants
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Stay in Estes Park

Bishop's Retreat, Estes Park
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Afternoon tea

SereniTea's tea room and cafe’
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Cute, girly spot for affordable afternoon tea
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Activities

Estes Park Aerial Tramway Top Terminal
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Bear Lake Trailhead
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Beautiful alpine lake just next to a parking lot, perfect for those who want to visit an alpine lake without the hike.
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Nymph Lake
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0.5 mile hike from Bear lake
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Lake Haiyaha
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Day 3: Grand Lake, Aspens, and Hot Sulfur Springs

Hotel

143 Fireweed Ct
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This accommodation is perfect for large groups, offering ample space and a variety of activities to enjoy. You can explore scenic walking trails or unwind with a relaxing dip in the hot tub on the balcony. To make the most of your stay, we suggest picking up groceries in Fraser (just a 10-minute drive away) and preparing your meals at the accommodation—mountain roads can get quite dark at night. If you prefer dining out, Granby is only 15 minutes away with some great restaurant options.
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Activities

Hot Sulphur Springs
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Relaxing natural hot springs with indoor and outdoor tubs
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Day 4: Breckinridge

Sites

Loveland Pass
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Breckenridge
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Where to eat in Breckenridge

Cabin Juice
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Tin Plate Pizza
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Hearthstone Restaurant
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Castaways Cove
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Day 5: Denver 

Brunch

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Activities

The Spa at The Brown Palace
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Luxury spa in the historic Brown Palace. We also recommend you visit the hotel for jazz tunes and tea time
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Town Hall Collaborative
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Food hall that also includes a charm bar where you can design your own jewelry
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Dinner Options

Restaurant Olivia
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Drinks Options

esp
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Cozy, dimly lit vinyl bar perfect for a date night or girls night out
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Mockingbird
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Fort Greene
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Hi friends! We’re Jenna & April, the creators of @ShallWeTour. We're a Filipino-American lesbian couple that's been traveling the world together for 7 years and counting. We're excited to share our travel itineraries with you. Shall we tour? We shall! More info about us: Jenna was born and raised in Denver, CO. Growing up she spent summers in the Philippines. Recently, she has spent a year living in England and has just graduated with an MBA from the University of Oxford! While in the UK, she frequently traveled all over Europe, gather up knowledge on culture, food, and attractions! Jenna loves sharing knowledge involving architecture and cooking. Being a transwoman shapes a lot of her identity and she wants to inspire more transwomen to explore and enjoy the world. April was born in San Diego, CA and has lived in 4 different countries. Growing up, she lived in Italy for 6 years, the Dominican Republic for 1 year, the United Kingdom for 1 year, and the rest of her time in different US states including Texas, California, and Virginia. April loves finding plant-based restaurants, cafes, and places to shop. Together, we have traveled to 10+ countries. We are now based in Colorado and we're ready to explore more!
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