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Centennial

Colorado, United States · North America

About Centennial

Centennial is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Cherry Creek, 21km from Buckhorn Exchange.

Centennial is a city located in Colorado, United States. With a population of 109,741, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Centennial sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Denver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Centennial to your route.

About Centennial

Dry Creek station is a light rail station in Centennial, Colorado, United States. It is served by the E and R Lines, operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), and was opened on November 17, 2006. The station features a public art installation of a series of stainless steel tubes holding hourglasses that

Read more contain pyrite entitled Fools Gold. It was created by John McEnroe and dedicated in 2006.

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Centennial offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Centennial located?

Centennial is located in Colorado, United States, North America. The coordinates are 39.5792 latitude, -104.8769 longitude.

What is the population of Centennial?

Centennial has a population of approximately 109,741 people, making it a city in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
109,741
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Colorado
Timezone
America/Denver
Coordinates
39.5792, -104.8769

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Worth the detour from Centennial

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

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Buckhorn Exchange

Denver's oldest restaurant, holding Colorado liquor licence No. 1 since 1893, with over 500 taxidermy mounts on the walls and a menu running to elk, rattlesnake and Rocky Mountain oysters.

21 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Centennial

  • 66 kmMount Blue Sky Scenic Byway (Mount Evans Road)The highest paved road in North America climbs to 14,130 feet near the summit of Mount Blue Sky, with mountain goats, alpine lakes and views across the Front Range.
  • 75 kmPikes Peak HighwayThe 19-mile toll road climbing to a 14,115ft summit that hosts the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, with 156 corners and no guardrails over huge drops. Fully paved and open to ordinary cars in season.

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