Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we will offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems). Find our previous Staff Favorites here. Patios for playing games, patios for finding views, patios for people watching — there are patios for all purposes around Denver and Boulder. But for one very specific reason, I’ve enjoyed these patios, and that’s to get away from the city without ever leaving.