Denver Pioneers

The University of Denver (DU), which plays NCAA Division I sports, mostly in the Summit League. With no football program, the highest-profile sports are men's basketball, men's ice hockey (in which it is a traditional powerhouse, playing in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference), and men's lacrosse (an emerging national power in the Big East Conference).

Address: Ritchie Center, 2240 E. Buchtel Blvd
Website: denverpioneers.com (opens in a new tab)

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Listing from Wikivoyage: Denver, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Jerusalem
Open until 3AM, this small but excellent Middle Eastern restaurant offers great no-frills food in a laid-back and hip atmosphere.
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Chamberlin Observatory
Built in 1890, this working observatory is a historic landmark and a pride of the University of Denver. Star Parties and other events are open to the public.
Drink
Stella's Coffeehaus
Large wifi-friendly coffeeshop with a warm, open feel. Popular among students studying during the day, louder and livelier at night.
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Washington Park
Beautiful and lush Denver park, with lakes, flower gardens, a recreation center, soccer fields and tennis courts. Over 160 acres (65 hectares) of natural beauty, surrounded by turn-of-the-19th-century homes. A favorite jogging, volleyball, and drinking destination. This used to be the favorite hang-out of young residents during the summer months, but regulations requiring permits for many common activities have reduced park usage and transferred it to City Park.