Hidden Treasures in Denver

Hidden Treasures in DenverIt can be pretty simple to find the main attractions in a city, but when it comes to experiencing the real home-town treasures you may not know where to look. You'll feel like a local when you leave one of these spots and may be inclined to uncover a few gems of your own - in a city like Denver, there's something to see around every corner.

Capitol Hill Mansion Bed & Breakfast Inn
Experience old-fashioned luxury with modern day amenities at the Capitol Hill Mansion Bed & Breakfast Inn. Gourmet breakfast is served every morning, and the best Colorado wines are served every night. The inn is in the heart of downtown Denver, so not only will you be in the lap of luxury, you'll be in the center of the city as well - leaving the best attractions at arms length.

Address: 1207 Pennsylvania St., Denver, CO 80203 - MAP
Phone: (303) 839-5221
Web: www.capitolhillmansion.com

Dinosaur Ridge
Explore Dinosaur Ridge and all the fascinating sights it has to offer. As you're walking the Dinosaur Ridge Trail, you'll see hundreds of dinosaur tracks and a quarry of bones. If you can't get enough dinosaur history, more dinosaur tracks and plant fossils can be seen at Triceratops Trail and the exhibit hall on site offers even more interesting facts on the extinct beasts.

Address: 16831 West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465 - MAP
Phone: (303) 697-3466
Web: www.dinoridge.org

Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, and Toys
Check out the unique, classic toys at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys. Exhibits showcase antique dolls; miniature houses, trains, planes and cars; giant teddy bears, foreign toys and more. The museum gives insight to the cultural significance of toys and their changes throughout the years.

Address: 1880 Gaylord St., Denver, CO 80206 - MAP
Phone: (303) 322-1053
Web: www.dmmdt.org

The Buckhorn Exchange
Eat at one of the oldest restaurants in Denver, The Buckhorn Exchange. The steakhouse has been serving up food since 1893, including exotic fare like alligator tail, rattlesnake, buffalo sausage and the house specialty Rocky Mountain Oysters. Take a look around during your meal, the walls of the Buckhorn are adorned with various items the restaurant has obtained throughout the years, painting a picture of its long history.

Address: 1000 Osage St., Denver, CO 80204 - MAP
Phone: (303) 534-9505
Web: www.buckhornexchange.com