Just because you are on your own is no reason to sit and stare at the wall. Get out and try these tips for solo fun.
You are an Island.
You can only play so many games of solitaire before you go insane. You need to get out of the house and do something. Well, you’re in luck becasue Denver has tons of great things for a person to do alone. So get dressed!
CULTURE:
Museums are actually better when you go it alone. You can linger over areas of interest, skip what bores you, and sit down and take a break whenever you feel like it. These three are not to be missed.
This little museum is a one of Denver’s great undiscovered attractions.
This little museum is a one of Denver’s great undiscovered attractions.
SHOPPING:
There is great pleasure to be found strolling down Broadway on a sunny day and window shopping in the many unique and independent shops and boutiques that line the street. Here are just a few that are worth a look.
The Lodo branch of the Tattered Cover is a great place to spend a few hours on your own. Peace, quiet, and a million books to browse through. And great coffee and snacks.
The Lodo branch of the Tattered Cover is a great place to spend a few hours on your own. Peace, quiet, and a million books to browse through. And great coffee and snacks.
The advantage of this Barnes and Noble is the 24 hour Starbucks attached to it. So if you are not ready to leave by closing time, you can take your book to a table next door. Stay all night, they don’t mind.
The advantage of this Barnes and Noble is the 24 hour Starbucks attached to it. So if you are not ready to leave by closing time, you can take your book to a table next door. Stay all night, they don’t mind.
Records, Movies, Books, Magazines. You can kill a whole afternoon here.
Records, Movies, Books, Magazines. You can kill a whole afternoon here.
Fun for One
DINING:
Eating out by yourself can be hard. You can feel pretty exposed sitting alone at a table in a restaurant full of chatty couples. Bring a book, wear your ipod, and try these restaurants that tend to be solo-friendly.
Neighborhood Flix Cinema and Cafe
2510 E. Colfax Denver, CO 80206
Have dinner while you watch a movie. You will love the food, and if the movie is good, you won’t miss the conversation.
Hotel bars are perfect for drinking alone. You don’t look lonely, just like you are in town on business. You might even strike up a conversation with a fellow traveller. The Peaks Lounge at the Hyatt looks out towards the mountains from an imposing altitude. It will take your breath.
Hotel bars are perfect for drinking alone. You don’t look lonely, just like you are in town on business. You might even strike up a conversation with a fellow traveller. The Peaks Lounge at the Hyatt looks out towards the mountains from an imposing altitude. It will take your breath.