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Things to do in Lakewood, CO
Activities, attractions and tours

Lakewood Attractions

It's little wonder so many travelers keep coming back to Lakewood again and again. This charming city is packed with awesome things to do. Whether you're fond of visiting local sights or having a go at more thrilling activities, it's tough to be bored here. If you're ready to hit the streets of Lakewood, sign up for one of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have a friendly local show you the most popular attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top fun activities in Lakewood are also worth browsing through.

Top things to do in Lakewood

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City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of Colorado

$10
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of Colorado
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Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of Colorado

$10
Per adult
Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of Colorado
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Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of Colorado

$20
Per adult
Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of Colorado
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Rocky Mountain National Park Full-Day Tour

$149
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain National Park Full-Day Tour
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Denver Foothills Explorer

$79
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Denver Foothills Explorer
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Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver

$89
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver
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6-Zipline Adventure in the Rocky Mountains

$107
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
6-Zipline Adventure in the Rocky Mountains
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Denver Haunted Pub Walking Tour - LoDo

$27
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Denver Haunted Pub Walking Tour - LoDo
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Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape

$79
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape
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What to do in Lakewood

Free Things to Do in Lakewood

Some say the best things in life are free. Be sure to visit the following around Lakewood:

Denver Federal Center

- If you're a fan of modern architecture, add this attraction to your must-see list.

Things to Do in Lakewood with Kids

There's no excuse for the kids to complain they're bored in Lakewood. Head along to these family friendly experiences that'll keep everyone entertained:

 

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Popular places to visit in Lakewood

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Bear Creek Lake Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Bear Creek Lake Park, a lovely green space in Denver. Amble around this family-friendly area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Bear Creek Lake Park
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Lakewood Heritage Center

Learn about the local history of Lakewood when you take a trip to Lakewood Heritage Center. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

Lakewood Heritage Center
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Union Station

4.5/5(1,963 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Denver when you make a stop at a well-known site like Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Union Station
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Ball Arena

4.5/5(1,108 reviews)

Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.

Ball Arena
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Colorado Convention Center

4.5/5(685 reviews)

Find out what's happening at Colorado Convention Center during your trip—a top convention center in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices.

Colorado Convention Center
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Red Rocks Amphitheater

4.5/5(1,985 reviews)

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
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Coors Field

4.5/5(1,136 reviews)

Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Coors Field
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16th Street Mall

4.5/5(3,026 reviews)

With a visit to 16th Street Mall, a popular shopping spot in Denver, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

16th Street Mall
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Denver Art Museum

4.5/5(1,364 reviews)

This eclectic museum is impressive not only for its vast collection of artwork but as an architectural masterpiece.

Denver Art Museum

Areas of Lakewood

Cool feature in the courtyard.

Union Square

Even though there aren't top sights in Union Square, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Colorado Mills Mall. Jump on the metro at Red Rocks College Station to see more of the city.

Union Square
Reflections

Fort Logan

The monuments and lake views are just a few features travelers like about Fort Logan. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Belmar Shopping Mall and Danny Dietz Memorial are a few top places to visit.

Fort Logan
Sunset/night run with my camera on Bear Creek greenbelt. Such a easy and convenient running spot in Lakewood.

Bear Creek

When in Bear Creek, you can plan a visit to Belmar Shopping Mall and Denver Federal Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bear Creek
Beauty from ashes.

South Alameda

While there might not be top attractions in South Alameda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belmar Shopping Mall and Empower Field at Mile High.

South Alameda
Despite all the torrential rain, it's spring.

Jefferson Gardens

While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson Gardens, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belmar Shopping Mall and Empower Field at Mile High.

Jefferson Gardens
Belmar Park, Lakewood, Colorado, United States of America

Belmar Park

Belmar Park might not have many top sights, but Denver Federal Center and Belmar Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Belmar Park
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Day trip destinations from Lakewood

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Denver

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Wheat Ridge

Golden

Golden

Littleton

Littleton

Dinosaur Ridge which includes rides

Morrison

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Columbine Valley