Thornton City Guide

Mostly casual and chain restaurants with American, Mexican, and some Asian food. Vegetarian and vegan options are growing. Late-night eats mostly fast food.

Nightlife is limited with local bars and pubs. Downtown Denver offers more choices.

Typical American coffee culture with chains and some local cafes. Specialty coffee more common in Denver.

Tipping is expected in the US. 15-20% in restaurants, taxis, and service industries. Bartenders usually get $1-2 per drink or 15-20%.

Local SIMs are sold at AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile stores and electronics shops like Best Buy. Prepaid plans usually don't require strict ID checks.

Streets are clean, and waste management services work well. No major sanitation issues.

Limited 24/7 services. Some grocery stores have long hours but few late-night pharmacies or clinics.

Groceries are easy to find at King Soopers, Safeway, and Sprouts Farmers Market. Stores open early and close late, including Sundays. Bargaining is not done.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at nearly all businesses. Cash is rarely needed.

ATMs are common at major banks like Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America, as well as grocery and convenience stores. Expect $2.50 to $5 fees on out-of-network machines.

Local schools are mainly in the Adams 12 district. International schools are found in Denver. Instruction is mostly in English.

Very limited digital nomad community. Most meetups and coworking spaces are in Denver nearby.

Extensive parks and trails, including over 1,000 acres of green space and 80 miles of trails.

Good running routes on trails like Big Dry Creek Trail. Safe and scenic with active local running groups.

Several gym chains and fitness centers are available for workouts.

Public tennis courts at parks and rec centers, mostly hard courts. Bring your own equipment; some clubs offer memberships.

No specific padel facilities reported.

Yoga studios with various classes and drop-in options are present locally and nearby areas.

Several martial arts schools offer Taekwondo, Karate, BJJ, and Boxing with English-speaking instructors.

Several top ski resorts are 1.5 to 3 hours away, with good snow and terrain for all levels. Rental gear is available at resorts.

Kayaking and paddleboarding are available at nearby lakes 30-60 minutes away, with rentals offered seasonally.

No surfing; landlocked area.

No diving opportunities; landlocked.

High-quality care with English-speaking staff in hospitals and clinics nearby. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS stock common medicines and follow regular retail hours.

Tap water meets all federal and state safety standards and is safe to drink.

Lots of playgrounds and parks like Carpenter Park. Kid-friendly cafés and nearby attractions include Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature & Science.

Generally LGBTQ+ friendly with legal protections. More social spaces and events are found in Denver.

Pet-friendly with many parks and walking trails. Veterinary and pet supply stores are common.