Denver has one of the nicest botanic gardens I have ever been to. Comprised of four separate garden locations, my wife and I frequent the one in downtown Denver. A sprawling 23 acres of themed gardens, ponds and waterfalls; a true oasis in the middle of the city.

One of my favorite times to visit is in the evening, when the crowds have all gone home and you can easily stroll the grounds at your own pace. The lights come on in the fountains, christmas lights strung throughout the trees glimmer and the cool breeze comes rolling through as it does nearly every evening.

After a particularly busy Saturday with two shindigs to attend (and more than a few to many libations) relaxing in the gardens was a great way to spend our Sunday evening.