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Great Mexican food. A step above the other burrito joints. Try the smothered Burrito.

Denver West

Mountain views, shopping, and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Denver West. Make a stop by Colorado Mills Mall or Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Denver West
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Pleasant View

Pleasant View is well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Colorado Mills Mall and Fossil Trace Golf Club are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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Applewood West

If you're spending some time in Applewood West, Clear Creek and Applewood Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Applewood West
Panoramic taken of a glacier. Only took an hour to hike up to. Was surprisingly pleasant, sun was out, was unbelievably beautiful due to the brilliant sunshine against vast swaths of white.
#WinterWonders

Genesee

While there might not be top attractions in Genesee, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Genesee Park and Red Rocks Amphitheater.

Genesee
Great hike. Spikes and walking poles were very handy today on the snow packed trail.

Golden Gate Canyon

If you're spending some time in Golden Gate Canyon, Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Clear Creek are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Gate Canyon
Hiking trails in Golden, CO, with the Denver skyline in the distance. #lifeatexpedia

Lakota Hills

Though Lakota Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fossil Trace Golf Club and Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave.

Lakota Hills