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Denver Zoo vs Elitch Gardens Theme Park
Both are recommended by professionals. Overall, Denver Zoo scores marginally better than Elitch Gardens Theme Park. Denver Zoo comes in at 85 with praise from 6 publications like Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
Denver Zoo
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2300 Steele Street, Denver City Park, Denver, CO 80205
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Fodor's
"A seven-acre Primate Panorama houses 31 species of primates in state-of-the-art environments that simulate the animals' natural habitats."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Denver’s world-class zoo has more than 700 animal species housed in considerate enclosures that do their best to mirror native habitats."
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Afar Magazine
"RITUAL. - I used to take the aisle seat for every single flight. More leg room, get out when I want, off the plane faster. Then one time I got "stuck" in a window seat. I watched the..."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Nearly 4,000 animals of 700 species are at home in this 80-acre zoo, laid out on an oval around a 1.5mi loop."
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Feeding time... is among the zoo's most popular spectacles.
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"Spanning 80 acres in City Park, the zoo is home to 3,500 different animals representing more than 650 species."
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Elitch Gardens Theme Park
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2000 Elitch Circle, Denver, CO 80204
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Fodor's
"This elaborate and thrilling park was a Denver family tradition long before its 1995 relocation from northwest Denver to its current home on the outskirts of downtown."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If you’re finding all the museums a bit too serious, loosen up at this amusement park – your kids will love you for it."
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Afar Magazine
"The park has evolved to house over 45 thrilling rides and entertaining attractions."
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"Tons of attractions await at Denver's downtown theme park, including various roller coasters, a waterpark, and kid-friendly rides."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Established in 1890 in northwest Denver, Elitch Gardens moved in 1995 to this site. Thrill rides and a cartoon town are among its draws."
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