Denver International Airport DEN, also known as DIA, is located 25 miles northeast of downtown Denver and replaced the outdated Stapleton International Airport in 1994. In terms of sheer area Denver International Airport is the largest airport in the United States and the second largest in the world behind King Fahd International Airport. Currently, DEN Airport is the 11th-busiest airport with annual airport traffic surpassing 52 million passengers.
DIA is located off Pena Boulevard, named after the former Mayor of Denver, Federico Pena, with over 40,000 parking spaces including: garage, short-term, long-term, economy and valet. Parking options include: Short Term West, Short Term East, Garage East, Garage West, Economy East, Economy West, Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot and Mt. Elbert Shuttle Lot.
Denver International Airport’s map consists of the main Jeppensen Terminal and three concourses with room to build two additional concourses in the future. The Jeppensen Terminal’s roof, made of Teflon-coated fiberglass, resembles white-pitched teepees to honor the state’s 53 mountains over 14,000 feet in elevation.
DIA serves as a major hub for Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and expanding Southwest Airlines. Additionally, more than 20 other airlines serve many international and domestic destinations making Denver a central airline hub in the United States.
Transportation between the terminals and concourses is done by underground train or walkway between the Jeppensen Terminal and Concourse A. There are several dining and shopping options in each terminal and concourse, ranging from the economical Burger King to the fine dining of Elway’s.
DEN Airport offers many ground transportation options that fit every need, including rental cars, hotel shuttles, commuter shuttles, public transportation, taxis, luxury limousines, mountain carriers and charter buses. Currently, Denver International Airport does not have any hotels on site but there are over 30 places of accommodation within 10 miles of the airport including the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Hotel, Embassy Suites Denver Airport Hotel and the Comfort Inn Airport Hotel. A 519-room Westin Hotel is being built as part of the South Terminal Redevelopment Program and is scheduled to open in 2015.
Denver International Airport DEN, also known as DIA, is located 25 miles northeast of downtown Denver and replaced the outdated Stapleton International Airport in 1994. In terms of sheer area Denver International Airport is the largest airport in the United States and the second largest in the world behind King Fahd International Airport. Currently, DEN Airport is the 11th-busiest airport with annual airport traffic surpassing 52 million passengers.
DIA is located off Pena Boulevard, named after the former Mayor of Denver, Federico Pena, with over 40,000 parking spaces including: garage, short-term, long-term, economy and valet. Parking options include: Short Term West, Short Term East, Garage East, Garage West, Economy East, Economy West, Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot and Mt. Elbert Shuttle Lot.
Denver International Airport’s map consists of the main Jeppensen Terminal and three concourses with room to build two additional concourses in the future. The Jeppensen Terminal’s roof, made of Teflon-coated fiberglass, resembles white-pitched teepees to honor the state’s 53 mountains over 14,000 feet in elevation.
DIA serves as a major hub for Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and expanding Southwest Airlines. Additionally, more than 20 other airlines serve many international and domestic destinations making Denver a central airline hub in the United States.
Transportation between the terminals and concourses is done by underground train or walkway between the Jeppensen Terminal and Concourse A. There are several dining and shopping options in each terminal and concourse, ranging from the economical Burger King to the fine dining of Elway’s.
DEN Airport offers many ground transportation options that fit every need, including rental cars, hotel shuttles, commuter shuttles, public transportation, taxis, luxury limousines, mountain carriers and charter buses. Currently, Denver International Airport does not have any hotels on site but there are over 30 places of accommodation within 10 miles of the airport including the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Hotel, Embassy Suites Denver Airport Hotel and the Comfort Inn Airport Hotel. A 519-room Westin Hotel is being built as part of the South Terminal Redevelopment Program and is scheduled to open in 2015.
The Denver Botanic Gardens, located in the Cheesman Park neighborhood of Denver, features North America's largest collection of plants from cold temperate climates around the world. It is known for it's beautiful plants as well as fun activities like touring exhibitions from visual artists like Dale Chihuly, a summer concerts series and Christmas lights in the winter.
Parking and public transportation
The Denver Botanic Gardens has both an above and below ground parking garage as well as street parking in the very safe and secure surrounding neighborhoods of Cheesman Park and Congress Park.
Best and worst time to go to Denver Botanic Gardens
While the Gardens to have a greenhouse and several indoor attractions, most of the viewing is done outside. Visit the park in the spring or summer where the plants are blooming and the weather is nice. While holiday lights are available towards the end of the year, winter is not an ideal time to visit.
Admission
Admission is free to members and children under 2. Discounts are given to seniors, military and students. For a full list of pricing as well as membership information, visit http://www.botanicgardens.org/.
Must see/do at Denver Botanic Gardens
Seeing a concert at the gardens is a truly memorable experience and one of the most comfortable and beautiful settings you can see one in. The genre's of music are vast and family friendly. Check out the full lineup here: http://concerts.botanicgardens.org/
Other places to visit near Denver Botanic Gardens
Cheeseman Park, located to the West of the Gardens is one of Denver's best kept parks and, as legend has it, very haunted. Board a Banjo Billy's Bus Tour and have them tell you all about the spirits that roam the area.
Insider tip for visitors to Denver Botanic Gardens
A Denver B-Cycle Station is listed right outside of the gardens and is a convenient and fun way to get there. Also, if you have children, be sure to visit the Kid's Area located across the Gardens on York Street.
Author's bio: Andy Thomas is a Colorado native. He is a journalist and touring musician. He has most likely slept on a floor in your hometown.
Denver International Airport DEN, also known as DIA, is located 25 miles northeast of downtown Denver and replaced the outdated Stapleton International Airport in 1994. In terms of sheer area Denver International Airport is the largest airport in the United States and the second largest in the world behind King Fahd International Airport. Currently, DEN Airport is the 11th-busiest airport with annual airport traffic surpassing 52 million passengers.
DIA is located off Pena Boulevard, named after the former Mayor of Denver, Federico Pena, with over 40,000 parking spaces including: garage, short-term, long-term, economy and valet. Parking options include: Short Term West, Short Term East, Garage East, Garage West, Economy East, Economy West, Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot and Mt. Elbert Shuttle Lot.
Denver International Airport’s map consists of the main Jeppensen Terminal and three concourses with room to build two additional concourses in the future. The Jeppensen Terminal’s roof, made of Teflon-coated fiberglass, resembles white-pitched teepees to honor the state’s 53 mountains over 14,000 feet in elevation.
DIA serves as a major hub for Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and expanding Southwest Airlines. Additionally, more than 20 other airlines serve many international and domestic destinations making Denver a central airline hub in the United States.
Transportation between the terminals and concourses is done by underground train or walkway between the Jeppensen Terminal and Concourse A. There are several dining and shopping options in each terminal and concourse, ranging from the economical Burger King to the fine dining of Elway’s.
DEN Airport offers many ground transportation options that fit every need, including rental cars, hotel shuttles, commuter shuttles, public transportation, taxis, luxury limousines, mountain carriers and charter buses. Currently, Denver International Airport does not have any hotels on site but there are over 30 places of accommodation within 10 miles of the airport including the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Hotel, Embassy Suites Denver Airport Hotel and the Comfort Inn Airport Hotel. A 519-room Westin Hotel is being built as part of the South Terminal Redevelopment Program and is scheduled to open in 2015.
