ENGLEWOOD. See the Rocky Mountains in a way that few other visitors do when you take a helicopter tour of the Front Range. On a "Rocky Mountain Experience" tour, Aviation Technology Services offers spectacular views of Denver's urban landscape, the natural phenomenon that is Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and much more. Other tours feature customized picnic packages for two and aerial shuttles to Blackhawk, CO, to enjoy an evening at the casinos. Reservations required.

If you're eager to experience the excitement of floating downstream in a mountain river, but kayaking and rafting are not your speed, look to Blue Sky West for a more low-key alternative. Offering affordable tube rentals along the Yampa River from Steamboat Springs, the company delivers the Cadillac of tubing. Each seat, for example, comes complete with storage space and a river map! Reservations recommended.

CAPITOL HILL. Even if you're not politically minded, you'll enjoy visiting Colorado's capitol building, which was designed to resemble Washington, DC's. Notable architectural elements include a gold-plated dome that rises 180 feet, carved statues that grace the west entrance, and vibrant stained glass windows. Be sure to search out the hand-painted renderings of US presidents inside. Outside, you can view memorials dedicated to patriots who have served the country and the state. Guided tours available.

LODO. If you've got baseball in your blood, you have to make a pilgrimage to Coors Field. The baseball-only stadium came at a price tag of $215 million dollars, but locals say the cost was well worth it. The facility seats more than 50,000 fans and occupies 76 acres. Thanks to loyal fans, the famous ballpark sees a lot of in-season action. By the way, if you're in row 20 of the upper deck, you'll find yourself in a purple seat, indicating that you're exactly a mile above sea level.

NORTH DENVER. Everything for your sweet tooth can be found at Hammond's Candies, where visitors are also invited to take free factory tours to watch as candy canes, lollipops, brittles and many more confections are deliciously handmade.