Arvada & Denver Metro Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Our very own Lamar Heights is a metro Denver suburb in Arvada Colorado. The neighborhood is close to i70 so it provides easy access to travel throughout the state. Denver is ten minutes West and the foothills are about twenty minutes East. If you prefer to walk, downtown Arvada has plenty to offer without the crowds of the city.
Lamar Heights
Our very own Lamar Heights is a metro Denver suburb in Arvada Colorado. The neighborhood is close to i70 so it provides easy access to travel throughout the state. Denver is ten minutes West and the foothills are about twenty minutes East. If you prefer to walk, downtown Arvada has plenty to offer without the crowds of the city.
Olde Town Arvada, Colorado is a walkable historic downtown area featuring galleries, shops, restaurants, breweries, and events that are great for groups and families.
Olde Town Arvada Area
Olde Town Arvada, Colorado is a walkable historic downtown area featuring galleries, shops, restaurants, breweries, and events that are great for groups and families.
Explore Denver's creative district that's home to galleries, small businesses, and craft breweries. Immerse yourself in an art walk the first Friday of each month or check their website for similar events throughout the year.
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Art District on Santa Fe
858 Santa Fe DrExplore Denver's creative district that's home to galleries, small businesses, and craft breweries. Immerse yourself in an art walk the first Friday of each month or check their website for similar events throughout the year.
This formally industrial area has been growing rapidly to host breweries, restaurants, clubs, galleries, and concerts. This neighborhood is quickly becoming the hub of Denver's nightlife.
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RiNo Art District
1320 Walnut StThis formally industrial area has been growing rapidly to host breweries, restaurants, clubs, galleries, and concerts. This neighborhood is quickly becoming the hub of Denver's nightlife.
Restaurants a walk away
A few spots nearby to grab a bite to eat.
This small, local bakery has bread and pastries made fresh daily. They are open Wednesday-Sunday 7 a.m. -2 p.m.
Knead The Bakery
6510 Wadsworth BlvdThis small, local bakery has bread and pastries made fresh daily. They are open Wednesday-Sunday 7 a.m. -2 p.m.
Pho 65
6530 Wadsworth BlvdA Vietnamese restaurant that has all your favorite classics and an attentive, friendly staff.
Grab a pizza for the whole group down the street at Goombas. They're open Wednesday- Saturday from 4-9 p.m.
Goombas Pizza Grinder
Grab a pizza for the whole group down the street at Goombas. They're open Wednesday- Saturday from 4-9 p.m.
Sushi Neko
Sushi Neko is a buffet that's brand new to the neighborhood.
Parks and Trails Nearby
Arvada has 90 parks within its city limits. Just beyond the foothills, trails throughout the Rocky Mountains are easy to access in every direction.
An environmental education center with access to wildlife trails and a park that's great for kids and bird enthusiasts
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Majestic View Park
8880 W 72nd AveAn environmental education center with access to wildlife trails and a park that's great for kids and bird enthusiasts
My favorite trailhead nearby to get a great view of Denver's skyline. Experienced climbers enjoy scaling the top of the mesa. Geology nerds love searching for minerals on this flat cap created from ancient lava flows. Learn more about it's formation at the Mines Museum of Earth Science nearby.
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Parcul North Table Mountain
4788 CO-93My favorite trailhead nearby to get a great view of Denver's skyline. Experienced climbers enjoy scaling the top of the mesa. Geology nerds love searching for minerals on this flat cap created from ancient lava flows. Learn more about it's formation at the Mines Museum of Earth Science nearby.
Ncar trailhead is just 30 minutes away with access to multiple trails so hikers of all experience levels can enjoy the beautiful Boulder Flatirons. NCAR laboratory's visitors center has fun and educational tours that are especially great for families. The laboratory was designed by the famous I.M. Pei and constructed with local pink aggregate so it blends with the scenery beautifully.
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NCAR Trail Head
1850 Table Mesa DrNcar trailhead is just 30 minutes away with access to multiple trails so hikers of all experience levels can enjoy the beautiful Boulder Flatirons. NCAR laboratory's visitors center has fun and educational tours that are especially great for families. The laboratory was designed by the famous I.M. Pei and constructed with local pink aggregate so it blends with the scenery beautifully.
Standley lake is a perfect reservoir for an afternoon of paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, or an easy stroll. Bring your binoculars along to view the great blue heron nesting ground on bird island.
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Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge
11610 West 100th AvenueStandley lake is a perfect reservoir for an afternoon of paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, or an easy stroll. Bring your binoculars along to view the great blue heron nesting ground on bird island.
A small nature preserve for leisurely walks along the paths with beautiful mountain views.
Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge
A small nature preserve for leisurely walks along the paths with beautiful mountain views.
Recreation
Within walking distance, our local recreation center has all you need to maintain your fitness routine or enjoy an afternoon at the pool or playground.
Secrest Recreation Center
Within walking distance, our local recreation center has all you need to maintain your fitness routine or enjoy an afternoon at the pool or playground.
The Botanic Garden is 25 minutes away in Denver's Cheesman Park neighborhood. Reserve your tickets in advance and enjoy the gardens, science pyramid, and children's garden.
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Grădinile Botanice din Denver
1007 York StThe Botanic Garden is 25 minutes away in Denver's Cheesman Park neighborhood. Reserve your tickets in advance and enjoy the gardens, science pyramid, and children's garden.
Drive on the highest paved road in North America all the way to the top of this nearby 14er. Or park at the summit lake and hike to the top for a chance to see mountain goats or a marmot if you're lucky!
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Mount Evans
Drive on the highest paved road in North America all the way to the top of this nearby 14er. Or park at the summit lake and hike to the top for a chance to see mountain goats or a marmot if you're lucky!
Museums and Art
Within walking distance is the sculpture garden and Arts center for Arts and Humanities. Check the upcoming events section on their website for theater, orchestra, and gallery events.
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Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
6901 Wadsworth BlvdWithin walking distance is the sculpture garden and Arts center for Arts and Humanities. Check the upcoming events section on their website for theater, orchestra, and gallery events.
Denver's own Meow Wolf, Convergence Station is an immersive art exhibition designed as an interplanetary transit hub where four different worlds have converged. The four story exhibit features over 300 local and national artists.
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Meow Wolf Denver
1338 1st StDenver's own Meow Wolf, Convergence Station is an immersive art exhibition designed as an interplanetary transit hub where four different worlds have converged. The four story exhibit features over 300 local and national artists.
A Latin American art museum in the Sante Fe district with modern and aciencient exhibits celebrating a culture that's fundamental to our Colorado history.
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Museo De Las Americas
861 Santa Fe DrA Latin American art museum in the Sante Fe district with modern and aciencient exhibits celebrating a culture that's fundamental to our Colorado history.
Our natural history and science museum is great for families to learn about Colorado's rich history of fossil discoveries.
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Muzeul de Istorie Naturală și Știință din Denver
2001 Colorado BlvdOur natural history and science museum is great for families to learn about Colorado's rich history of fossil discoveries.
This playful modern art museum in downtown Denver rotates three to four exhibits per year and hosts a variety of events and parties year-round.
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Muzeul de Artă Contemporană Denver
1485 Delgany StThis playful modern art museum in downtown Denver rotates three to four exhibits per year and hosts a variety of events and parties year-round.