Guidebook for Lakewood
Shopping
Walgreens
12880 West Alameda ParkwayComvenient Drugstore
Closest place for alcohol. Good selection considering it's not one of the bigger stores.
Foothills Liquor
13079 W Alameda PkwyClosest place for alcohol. Good selection considering it's not one of the bigger stores.
Food Scene
Sonic Drive-In
12820 West Alameda Parkway1/2 price shakes after 8.
Great pizza and a friendly retro (1980-90's) atmosphere that feels familiar. They do a great job and are a good place to bring the kids. Nothing is gourmet or trendy, which is probably why I like it.
7
íbúar mæla meðFrontroom Pizza
13795 West Jewell Avenue7
íbúar mæla meðGreat pizza and a friendly retro (1980-90's) atmosphere that feels familiar. They do a great job and are a good place to bring the kids. Nothing is gourmet or trendy, which is probably why I like it.
Garlic Knot
13041 West Alameda ParkwayGood pizza and garlic knots
Starbucks
13111 West Alameda ParkwayIn the Safeway
"This burrito is delicious, but it is filling" -You, after eating at Burrito Express.
Burrito Express
12792 West Alameda Parkway"This burrito is delicious, but it is filling" -You, after eating at Burrito Express.
12408 W Alameda Pkwy
12408 W Alameda PkwyIt has a drive through.
Casa Bonita
6715 West Colfax Avenue75
íbúar mæla meðHorrible food, but a unique experience. Kids will love it.
Sherpa House Restaurant and Culture Center
1518 Washington Avenue46
íbúar mæla meðGreat food!
Morrison's Quaint downtown offers a number of restaurants, bars and an ice cream parlor. There is also a nice walking path along bear creek.
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íbúar mæla meðMorrison
38
íbúar mæla meðMorrison's Quaint downtown offers a number of restaurants, bars and an ice cream parlor. There is also a nice walking path along bear creek.
The French Press is the best coffee house in the area. Aside from their great ambiance and tasty coffee they offer a huge breakfast and lunch menu with dishes that'll please even discerning palates.
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íbúar mæla meðThe French Press
7323 West Alaska Drive15
íbúar mæla meðThe French Press is the best coffee house in the area. Aside from their great ambiance and tasty coffee they offer a huge breakfast and lunch menu with dishes that'll please even discerning palates.
Kobe An
85 S Union BlvdDelicious Japanese food.
Village Roaster Coffee & Tea
Coffee.
Entertainment & Activities
Lakewood Skate Park
930 S Youngfield CtIt's a skate park.
Everything Else
Bandimere Speedway
3051 South Rooney Road20
íbúar mæla meðsometimes you wanna go fast
Federal Center Station
11601 W 2nd Pl13
íbúar mæla meðClosest place to pick up the light rail.
Olde Town Arvada
45
íbúar mæla meðCute and cozy business district that's worth a visit.
Belmar
63
íbúar mæla meðWalkable shopping and restaurants area.
Evergreen is a cool little mountain town with lots of little shops and restaurants. Be sure to check out the lake which offers kayak/canoe/paddle boat rentals and tons of walking paths.
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íbúar mæla meðEvergreen
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íbúar mæla meðEvergreen is a cool little mountain town with lots of little shops and restaurants. Be sure to check out the lake which offers kayak/canoe/paddle boat rentals and tons of walking paths.
Modern Market Eatery
14630 West Colfax AvenueModmarket is a great place to eat. http://modmarket.com/
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
15013 Denver W PkwyNational Renewable Energy Laboratory.
This rec center is a great place to go for a dip in the pool or to get in a workout.
Green Mountain Recreation Center
13198 West Green Mountain DriveThis rec center is a great place to go for a dip in the pool or to get in a workout.
Essentials
Safeway
13111 West Alameda Parkwaygroceries
Vitamin Cottage
12612 West Alameda ParkwayGreat place for natural foods. VC is kind of a tiny version of whole foods.
King Soopers
12043 West Alameda Parkway6
íbúar mæla meðGood selection
Arts & Culture
Fossil Trace Golf Club
3050 Illinois Street8
íbúar mæla meðGreat golf course close to Lakewood.
Aside from the great natural amphitheater, Red Rocks offers a unique experience and a chance to see some of Colorado's best scenery.
1043
íbúar mæla meðRed Rocks Amphitheatre
18300 W Alameda Pkwy1043
íbúar mæla meðAside from the great natural amphitheater, Red Rocks offers a unique experience and a chance to see some of Colorado's best scenery.
Sightseeing
Fishing, Biking, Hiking, Swimming. Bear Creek is an all around great park.
Bear Creek Lake Regional Park
15600 West Morrison RoadFishing, Biking, Hiking, Swimming. Bear Creek is an all around great park.
Addenbrooke Park
600 South Kipling ParkwayNice park with paved trails. Great for kids. Playground.
Belmar Park
8
íbúar mæla meðReally nice place for a relaxing walk
Lions Park
1300 10th StreetGreat place for a picnic.
Parfet Park and the surrounding area are a great place to spend a lazy afternoon. Meander down the clear creek trail for a relaxing walk.
Parfet Park
Parfet Park and the surrounding area are a great place to spend a lazy afternoon. Meander down the clear creek trail for a relaxing walk.
Coors offers an opportunity to see a large scale brewery in action. During the tour you'll see the brewery and drink free beer. You can also skip ahead and do the "short tour" if you just want beer.
154
íbúar mæla meðCoors Brewery Tour
13th Street154
íbúar mæla meðCoors offers an opportunity to see a large scale brewery in action. During the tour you'll see the brewery and drink free beer. You can also skip ahead and do the "short tour" if you just want beer.
Apex Park
121 County Road 9314
íbúar mæla meðGreat park with tons of hiking and mountain biking trails.
Tin Cup Hogback Park
Even more great hiking located minutes from the condo.
Really great hike if you've got the time for it. It's also a pretty challenging mountain bike ride.
Dakota Ridge Trail
Really great hike if you've got the time for it. It's also a pretty challenging mountain bike ride.
Great for kids, fossil lovers and those who love history. Dinosaur Ridge offers a chance to get up close to real dino tracks and see an amazing front range view at the same time.
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íbúar mæla meðDinosaur Ridge
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íbúar mæla meðGreat for kids, fossil lovers and those who love history. Dinosaur Ridge offers a chance to get up close to real dino tracks and see an amazing front range view at the same time.
Matthews / Winters Park
1103 County Road 9345
íbúar mæla meðNice park with separated walking and biking paths.
This is a great park for anyone, there is a nice flat path along the creek along with a more challenging hike for those who are so inclined. This park also is great for mountain biking.
43
íbúar mæla meðLair o’ the Bear Park
22550 CO-7443
íbúar mæla meðThis is a great park for anyone, there is a nice flat path along the creek along with a more challenging hike for those who are so inclined. This park also is great for mountain biking.
Great views! Combine with a drive through Red Rocks and end in downtown Golden for a great trip!
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íbúar mæla meðLariat Loop Road
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íbúar mæla meðGreat views! Combine with a drive through Red Rocks and end in downtown Golden for a great trip!
A close drive offers great hiking and even greater views! There is even a paved lookout right off of the parking lot. Plan to drive the Lariat Loop when you visit, it's a great drive!
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íbúar mæla meðLookout Mountain Road
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íbúar mæla meðA close drive offers great hiking and even greater views! There is even a paved lookout right off of the parking lot. Plan to drive the Lariat Loop when you visit, it's a great drive!
Green Mountain Park offers several great hikes and it's just a stones through from the condo. The hike to the top offers awesome views of Denver and the Front Range.
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íbúar mæla meðWilliam Frederick Hayden Park
1000 South Rooney Road11
íbúar mæla meðGreen Mountain Park offers several great hikes and it's just a stones through from the condo. The hike to the top offers awesome views of Denver and the Front Range.
Mount Falcon Park East Trailhead
3852 Vine Street32
íbúar mæla meðHiking and Mtn Biking
South Valley Park
90 Valley Road11
íbúar mæla meðGreat hiking with nice views