Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Watkins February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Watkins](https://expedia.co.uk/Watkins-Hotels.d6200849.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Watkins Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Watkins.d6200849.Car-Hire-Guide)[Watkins Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Watkins.d6200849.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Watkins, CO ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Watkins Types of activities [Watkins travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Watkins.dx6200849) ![#BestOf5 There is a gorgeous and #colorful sunflower field out by the airport. Most people either don't know that it exists, or unaware that you can literally stop and explore it at your leisure. Sunflowers extend as far as the eye an see. Take the Pena Blvd exit to the airport, take the exit to 56th Ave, turn right on 56th ave and go about 5 or 6 miles past the 470 intersection. It will be on your right side of the road. Shortly after the sunflower field is next to you, there will be a dirt road off to your right. Take that and park anywhere. There aren't any "No Trespassing" signs or anything. Planes fly low over head and make for a simply stunning day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200849/008991cc-075b-43d6-821e-b143d2ad78b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#BestOf5 There is a gorgeous and #colorful sunflower field out by the airport. Most people either don't know that it exists, or unaware that you can literally stop and explore it at your leisure. Sunflowers extend as far as the eye an see. Take the Pena Blvd exit to the airport, take the exit to 56th Ave, turn right on 56th ave and go about 5 or 6 miles past the 470 intersection. It will be on your right side of the road. Shortly after the sunflower field is next to you, there will be a dirt road off to your right. Take that and park anywhere. There aren't any "No Trespassing" signs or anything. Planes fly low over head and make for a simply stunning day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200849/008991cc-075b-43d6-821e-b143d2ad78b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There is a gorgeous sunflower field out by the airport. Sunflowers extend as far as the eye an see. Take the Pena Blvd exit to the airport, take the exit to 56th Ave, turn right on 56th ave and go about 5 or 6 miles past the 470 intersection. It will be on your right side of the road. Shortly after the sunflower field is next to you, there will be a dirt road off to your right. Take that and park anywhere. There aren't any "No Trespassing" signs or anything. Planes fly low over head and make for a simply stunning day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200849/1f223006-878d-488d-950f-b228a0023e09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Watkins Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Watkins has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Watkins, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Watkins with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Watkins Watkins is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Watkins, and make it a breeze to explore Watkins and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Watkins to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Watkins, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6200849) ## Recommended things to do in Watkins | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [3 Day Denver, Rocky Mountains and Garden of the Gods Tour](/things-to-do/denver-rocky-mountains-and-garden-of-the-gods-tour-from-colorado.a48774219.activity-details): £1,051 | | Top 5 things to do | [3 Day Denver, Rocky Mountains and Garden of the Gods Tour](/things-to-do/denver-rocky-mountains-and-garden-of-the-gods-tour-from-colorado.a48774219.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | | ## What to do in Watkins --- ### Popular places to visit ![Union Station showing heritage architecture, signage and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633992326167/9e1d76df-a550-43df-919d-d27bf7c5eaeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Union Station You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Union-Station-Denver.d553248633992326167.Attraction) ![Red Rocks Amphitheater showing theatre scenes and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500921/9a25826e-ec80-4165-82e9-fa5c2db56325.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Red Rocks Amphitheater This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-Denver.d500921.Attraction) ![Two tall dancing figures grace the foreground and the Denver Convention Center in Colorado used for conventions, events and meetings is in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500914/a19286f3-ae3e-4b76-b33c-f7edf7b99f4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colorado Convention Center During your trip, find out what's happening in Colorado Convention Center, a top convention centre in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colorado-Convention-Center-Downtown-Denver.d500914.Attraction) ![Club level is so nice because if there is a rain delay you can head inside to the club level lobby. It is very similar to that of a hotel lobby it was nice.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/996/529bbfd1-94da-4576-b245-d9e2aacf1b61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coors Field Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coors-Field-Denver.d500924.Attraction) ![Aerial View of Decadence 2021 in Denver, Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500925/ae687e1c-e645-4acd-82bc-80e817d7bcb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Empower Field at Mile High Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Empower-Field-At-Mile-High-Denver.d500925.Attraction) ![Chess table on 16th street mall in Denver, CO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6226469/ed79c6e8-385a-4fc4-b93a-a24e6620af1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 16th Street You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 16th Street during your trip to Denver. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/16th-Street-Downtown-Denver.d6226469.Attraction) ![Denver Zoo which includes zoo animals and marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500928/948c6774-73f8-4c5b-92dd-0f5e14d1e7ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Denver Zoo This zoo started with a single bear. Now, it’s an award-winning tourist destination housing more than 3,500 animals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denver-Zoo-City-Park.d500928.Attraction) ![Aerial view of the luminous Ball Arena stands brightly against the dark sky, a beacon in the night, Denver, Colorado, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071513/13063b76-b13c-4519-b184-5ff83437962d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ball Arena Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ball-Arena-Denver.d6071513.Attraction) ![Denver_UniversityofDenver_500927_0011](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500927/54cd280e-79bd-49ea-82ae-efac34da8e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Denver Walk around the campus at University of Denver as part of your travels around Denver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area. 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