Setting of numerous films: Denver is a metropolis that holds many surprises and full of curiosities that make it unique!
Denver it is one of those American cities that can always arouse a certain curiosity, especially because it has often been movie location. However, being far from the classic tourist circuits, it is not a destination for mass tourism… instead the metropolis reserves many surprises and curiosities that make it unique.
How to get to Denver
Denver is the capital of Colorado, and is easily accessible thanks to AirFrance flights they often do one first stop in Atlanta, one of the busiest American airports in terms of passenger numbers.
Before leaving for the United States, however, remember to fill in online, on the US Immigration site, the ESTA form which authorizes access on American territory, as well as having an electronic passport valid for at least another six months.
A particular airport
Denver Airport is one of the largest in the United States.
The disproportionate size, with one of the largest slopes in the world, is not just limited to the surface but also includes the foundations arranged on different levels.
Inside there are also a series of particular murals, the construction of this airport was in fact a highly sought after and ambitious work.
Perhaps the most whimsical detail regarding the construction of the structure is the statue of a huge runaway blue horse that towers over the airport. Its appearance is rather sinister, both for the musculature with which it was reproduced, and for the red eyes, which in the darkness are noticed even from a distance.
The exterior architecture of the airport is also characterized by the white domes that symbolize the snow-capped Rocky Mountains State of Colorado, here is in fact Aspen, a famous ski resort known worldwide.
Denver is called Mile High City, as it is located on a plateau at 1600 meters. Due to its position, behind the rocky mountains, the climate is mild but subject to sudden changes in temperatures in certain conditions.
Downtown Denver is organized with a checkerboard road map, so it is easy to find your way around, and is characterized by the downtown with the glittering skyscrapers that stand out against the blue sky, the rest of the buildings are low-rise.
Rent a car in Denver
As is often the case, when you travel to the US it is easy to decide to rent a car, in this case the Italian driving license is more than enough.
If you decide to bring the machine back to a place other than the pick-up one, often the Drop Off, an additional figure. It is advisable to first check if it is applied: perhaps when booking online, much more convenient, faster and cheaper.
In the case of collection in Denver and return in San Francisco, the amount can be around 300 euros.
When you arrive late at night, especially on weekends, it is advisable to book an accommodation in advance, in order not to incur unpleasant surprises such as full hotels or exorbitant prices.
In the United States it is easy to know whether or not there are free rooms thanks to the signs they indicate Vacancy o No vacancy clearly visible from the road, without even stopping.
Stay in a Motel
Characteristic are the Motels: one near Denver airport is the Motel 6, with the classic room layout you see in American movies, with all the basic amenities you need.
When choosing the rooms you can have beds:
Queen size 152 cm wide by 200 cm long.
King size 198 cm wide by 200 cm.
Full size / full twin or double 137 cm wide by 190 cm long.
Breakfasts and brunches
After a restful night and before going to the discovery of this metropolis, it is possible to go to a Delectable Egg, a chain of restaurants specializing in breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
The menus are really rich and substantial and among the various specialties you can find French Toast and Waffle. You can taste delicious pancakes with syrups and accompanied by blueberries and whipped cream, drink mega cappuccinos in the American way ...
If you prefer to eat salty, a wide choice of omelettes accompanied with all kinds of vegetables, mushrooms and crispy bacon, tacos and quesadillas are good bases to get in tune with the new American adventure.
Of course, at every corner it is possible to find restaurants suitable for every taste and need, as always happens in the United States.
