City Park

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City Park is one of Denver’s largest and most beautiful public parks. Known for its open green spaces, lakes, and mountain views, the park offers a relaxing escape within the city and is popular for walking, picnics, and outdoor activities

What to See & Do

  • 🏃 Walk or jog the 3.1-mile (5K) perimeter trail or scenic lakeside 🌊 paths
  • 📸 Capture the iconic “Denver View” of the skyline against the Rockies from the 🏛️ Museum Sky Terrace
  • 🦒 Visit the Denver Zoo or explore dinosaur fossils at the 🦖 Museum of Nature & Science
  • 🛶 Relax with a paddleboat rental on Ferril Lake (seasonal) or a 🧺 picnic on the rolling green lawns

How to Get There

  • 🚗 By Car: Located between 17th and 23rd Avenues, just 10 minutes from 🏙️ downtown Denver
  • 🚌 By Bus: RTD Routes #20, #24, #32, and #40 all provide 🚍 convenient stops near the park
  • 🅿️ Parking: Free parking is available along most interior roads and in 🚘 dedicated museum/zoo lots

Travel Tips

  • 🧴 Bring water and sun protection; the high-altitude sun ☀️ is stronger than you might expect
  • 🗓️ Check the 2026 “Free Day” schedule (SCFD) for the 🦖 Museum and 🦒 Zoo to plan for (or avoid) crowds
  • ⚖️ Note that picnic permits are required for groups over 25, and glass 🍷 containers are prohibited

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕗 08:00 AM – Morning walk around Ferril Lake; catch the skyline 🏙️ reflection and mountain ⛰️ views
  • 🕙 10:00 AM – Head to the Museum of Nature & Science 🏛️ (don’t miss the 🦖 Prehistoric Journey exhibit)
  • 🕛 12:00 PM – Enjoy a picnic near the ⛲ Pavilion or lunch at a nearby café like 🥐 Syrup or ☕ Under the Umbrella
Would you like me to find the 2026 dates for the City Park Jazz summer concert series or check the specific operating hours for the Ferril Lake paddleboats?

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

5:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Early morning or sunset

Location

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  • City Park, Denver, Colorado, USA
  • Located east of downtown Denver


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