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Top 5 Things to Do Near University Hills


June 1, 2016

Are you thinking of purchasing a home in University Hills? If so, you’ll be buying into a beautiful neighborhood full of never-ending fun for people of all ages. Once you become a resident with the help of our team at Elevation Realty, make sure you enjoy these top 5 attractions nearby:

Denver Botanical Gardens

There’s nothing like a walk through the butterfly house at the Denver Botanical Gardens to welcome in the spring season followed by a trip to the peaceful, three-quarter acre lavender garden. Not interested in flowers? Don’t cross the Denver Botanical Gardens off your list just yet! Although there are a number of beautiful blooms to see, there are other events that may interest you including the Summer Concert Series. This event draws in residents from University Hills and beyond to enjoy the great outdoors and the lively music

Denver Art Museum
Art lovers will love having the Denver Art Museum close to their new University Hills home. With rotating exhibitions and a number of collections featuring Asian, oceanic, American Indian and African art, you can spend hours touring the halls of this breath-taking museum. Parents don’t forget to look into the many programs and fun activities that they have available for you to do with your kids. Who knew going to a museum could be so much fun?

Centennial Tours
Adults in University Hills can unwind on one of the Centennial Tours, a unique experience where guests can tour the best that Denver has to offer in the world of whiskey, spirits, craft beers and cocktails. Hop onto one of the buses known as the “Whiskey Wagons” and get ready to have fun alongside tourists and other University Hills residents who love experiencing a new side of the Colorado culture. Feeling extra adventurous? Check out the Spirits and Spirits tour which takes guests on a trip around the so-called haunted bars of Denver.

Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Spend an afternoon strolling through the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, home to many of the country’s leading retailers. From toy stores to high-end clothing and jewelry retailers, there truly is something for everyone in the family at Cherry Creek Shopping Center. After a day of intense shopping, wind down as a family at one of the many restaurant options located within the mall.

Colorado Ballet

Witness the grace and beauty of some of the most talented ballerinas in the country at the Colorado Ballet, located within miles of University Hills. Not only can residents buy tickets to one of the many shows at the ballet, but they can also begin training to be ballerinas themselves! The Colorado Ballet has a number of different camps, classes and workshops available for ballerinas in the making, and conveniently located near University Hills.

Ready to find your dream home in University Hills and visit all of these attractions? Contact Elevation Realty to be connected to a team of experienced real estate experts ready to help you on your home buying journey.