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City Park

City Park
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© Matthew Roberts
Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation, Music, History
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Price: Free
Admission to the general park grounds is free but you'll need to pay if you want to visit the zoo, museum and golf course.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
Baby Changing Facility: Yes
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City Park

Serenity in the City


Expert Pick Family Time Off The Beaten Path Must See

Address: Phone:
E 17th Ave & York St
Denver, CO 80205
+1 720 913 1311

Description

This 314-acre expanse of gardens, greenery, fountains, ponds and fine sculpture, located just east of downtown, is home to the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Built in the early 1900s as part of the popular City Beautiful movement, the park served Denverites as a civic refuge and swimming retreat. The lake beach no longer exists, but the historic boathouse, seen on many area postcards, remains. Three playgrounds, picnic tables, tennis courts and a public golf course are all available.


What you should know before visiting City Park

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 5am-11pm, daily
Visit Time: 2hr-6hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Price Notes: Admission to the general park grounds is free but you'll need to pay if you want to visit the zoo, museum and golf course.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Parking Availability: Yes
Parking Safety: Safe


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Photo Credits:
© Matthew Roberts