Denver 3-Day Escape Plan πΊπΈ
How I hacked a work trip to explore Denverβs highlights! π π Days : Downtown Walkable Route πΆβοΈ All within walking distance! π» Big Blue Bear β π¨ Populus Hotel (urban oasis with aspen-tree design + bird sounds!) β π¨ Denver Art Museum (cool architecture, but collections underwhelming vs. East Coast) β ποΈ Larimer Square β π Union Station β π§ Milk Tea People β¨ Populus Hotel Perks: Rooftop bar = killer city views π Lobby bartenders remember your last drink! CafΓ© serves Denver-themed bear latte art π»β π Days Rocky Mountain NP (Bucket List!) ποΈ Highlights: The Stanley Hotel (inspiration for The Shining!) Bear Lake (easy + stunning) Alpine Visitor Center (highest in the US!) Wildlife sightings π¦πΏοΈ π Days : Denver Botanic Gardens (Surprise Hit!) π΅ Unique desert plants (thanks to COβs dry climate!) πΉ Best rose collection ever + Japanese garden + bonsai exhibit. π Days Meow Wolf π "American Version of Super Potato" (wild, immersive art). πΈ Great for photos, but $50 ticket = one-time experience. π Days : REI Flagship (Old Train Station) βοΈ Door handles = climbing axes! Outdoor gear heaven. #DenverTravel #WorkTripHack #RockyMountains #BotanicGarden #MeowWolf