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Exhibits change frequently, while the gift shop has whimsical posters, collectible books and quirky jewellery. mcadenver.org


14.30: Walk half an hour or take a taxi to Denver Central Market in RiNo Art District. Stalls serve freshly shucked oysters, rotisserie chicken and stone- baked pizza. Finish with an ice cream from popular High Point Creamery, with flavours such as chocolate coconut and brown sugar cinnamon. denvercentralmarket.com


15.30: Almost every brick, pillar and groove of corrugated iron in this warehouse district is enlivened by street murals, some commissioned by the city and local businesses. Strolling down the alleyway between Larimer and Walnut Streets is like straddling two rainbows. This public gallery, stretching several blocks, is a popular backdrop for fashion shoots. 16.00: Turn left at 26th Street for First Draft Taproom. With a self-service


pouring system and 35 taps, it’s a great place to sample Denver’s famous craft beers. There are several breweries within walking distance, including Ratio Beerworks and Beryl’s Beer Co, which specialises in barrel-aged brews. visitdenver.com/denverbeertrail


19.30: Take a short taxi ride to The Source, a shared arts and dining space in an 1880s ironworks foundry. The complex expanded late last year with The Source Hotel, featuring 100 stylish rooms, a brewery and rooftop terrace. One of the hottest tables for dinner is Acorn. Sharing plates of coal-roasted beets and wagyu beef tartare toast are designed to be nibbled with cocktails. denveracorn.com


22.00: Return to downtown for a nightcap at Poka Lola at The Maven Hotel, a fresh addition to LoDo’s accommodation scene. With powder- green sofas and monochrome chevron tiles, it beats your average lobby lounge. pokaloladenver.com


Where to go next?


Rocky Mountain National Park Two hours north of Denver, this vast natural playground has rivers wending around mountains, mirrored alpine lakes and hot springs tucked in dense forest. Stephen King fans – and the very brave – can book a stay at the Stanley Hotel, whose spooky aura inspired The Shining.


San Juan Mountains Treasure hunters flocked to Colorado during the


1800s and remnants (if not gold nuggets) remain. Find gold rush-era saloons in Telluride and hike to ghost towns in the mountains for a taste of the Old West.


Aspen


The I-70 west cuts through national forest to reach this sleek ski resort, which is equally beautiful in summer or clothed in autumn colours. Snowmass, Beaver Creek and Vail are nearby for more outdoor adventures.


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