As the nation eagerly anticipates Super Bowl XLVIII, two cities in particular are on the edge of their seats: Seattle and Denver. But a lot more is on the line than just having a championship football team. Both of these cities are in a knockdown, drag out duel over which city is the best overall. Of course, each feels their city is superior to the other and will be happy to tell you about it. So here is a look at their debate and a chance to decide for yourself which team has the better city.
Things to do in Seattle
Visit Pikes Place Market
View the scenic outdoors such as Mt. Rainier
Enjoy the diverse music scene
Tour the SAM (Seattle Museum of Art)
Catch a game at CenturyLink Field (home of the Seattle Seahawks and the loudest stadium in the US)
Things to do in Denver
Hike in the Rocky Mountains
Catch a show at Red Rock Amphitheater
Attend the National Western Stock Show (every January)
Tour the Denver Mint
Visit Sports Authority Field (one mile in the air and home to the Denver Broncos)
Seattle Eats
Known for the seafood (especially Geoduck clams)
More coffee shops per capita than any other US city
The Seattle Dog
Dick’s Drive-In Burgers
Oh, and Starbucks. We invented that….you’re welcome
Denver Eats
The Cherry Cricket
Lots of local brewed craft beers
Birthplace of Chipotle
Casa Bonita (and yes, it is that amazing)
The Denver Chophouse
Seattle Lifestyle
Lots of parks and green spaces
Great place for cyclists
A mecca for nerds
Average of 37 inches of rain per year
Lots of drawbridges, which may slow you down
Denver Lifestyle
Lots of National Parks space
Need a bicycle? You can borrow one of ours
Number one destination city for millennials
The weather will keep you guessing
The city continues to try and keep up with the population boom
So who wins the debate? Both cities are home to some of the country’s most prestigious companies to work for as well as the businesses that support those employees. These cities both come alive at night and keep you active during the day. So if you want to make a move, make sure you consider either Denver or Seattle for your next home. Not only are they evenly matched for the upcoming Super Bowl, but their rivalry is evenly matched as well.
