Whether you are coming to Denver on a work trip or to hang out in the city, you'll find plenty of things to do and see. With such a sprawling area to explore, renting your own car will allow you to enjoy exploring on your own terms.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the best place to pick up your rental car. After leaving the airport, you can take a side trip to Dinosaur Ridge to stretch your legs and explore, after your long trip. When you're done walking in the footsteps of the dinos, it is time to throw yourself into the vibrant downtown area.

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If you love flowers, then a trip to the Denver Botanical Garden is just the place for you. This 23-acre park is broken into several themed gardens, including the Rock Alpine Garden. This botanical garden features the largest collection of cold weather plants in the United States, well worth the trip. A unique experience is a trip to the Denver mint to see how money is printed and distributed in the country. Depending on the time of year, you can catch a baseball game at Coors Field, home to the Colorad Rockies, or an ice hockey game at the Pepsi Center.

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When you leave from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, you can expect to spend about three hours flying to Denver prior to arrival.