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17 Best Things to Do in Denver, Colorado

While Colorado is known for its outdoor offerings, its city life isn't one to pass up. Denver is home to numerous must-sees from museums and galleries to restaurants and breweries. Spend a few hours in Meow Wolf to experience an interactive and

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Denver Botanic Gardens Denver Botanic Gardens

U.S. News Insider Tip: Visit in the fall for Glow at the Gardens, a Halloween festival complete with stunning (and spooky) light displays and epic pumpkin art. – Leilani Osmundson

The Denver Botanic Gardens' 24 acres feature a whopping 50 gardens for visitors to explore. This expansive facility in downtown Denver's Cheesman Park treats travelers to a variety of different environments, from a traditional Japanese garden (complete with bonsai trees) to the South African Plaza blooming with exotic plants like asparagus fern and torch lilies. Meanwhile, art aficionados will also appreciate the gardens thanks to the numerous sculptures that grace the grounds; the facility also plays host to touring exhibits that have included works by such artists as Stephen Talasnik and Dale Chihuly.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre free

U.S. News Insider Tip: Watching a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre is an essential experience in Denver. There's no such thing as a bad seat, either; in fact, the best views are in the back, where you can see stunning sunset views over the red rocks and city skyline. – Amanda Norcross, Content & SEO Strategist

With its excellent views of the Rocky Mountains, miles of hiking trails and cinnamon-hued sandstone cliffs, Red Rocks Park is a big draw for outdoors enthusiasts. Occupying 700-some acres, this impressive park offers visitors the opportunity to experience the fascinating geographic transition between the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains. If you only have a short amount of time here, stretch your legs along the Trading Post Trail; this nearly 1 ½-mile-long path weaves through the rust-colored buttes, making for some spectacular scenery. Before you head out, travelers recommend stopping by the visitor center, which features information on the park’s history and trails.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Denver Museum of Nature & Science

With exhibits featuring everything from dinosaur bones to Egyptian mummies, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science inspires learning in the young and young at heart. This impressive facility houses artifacts pertaining to a variety of scientific areas, including anthropology, zoology, geology, health sciences, paleontology and space science. Some of the more popular displays include the wildlife exhibit, which includes more than 90 habitat scenes containing information on animals from around the world, from Alaska to Australia. Meanwhile, the hands-on Space Odyssey area introduces travelers to the outer reaches of the galaxy and beyond. 

Recent visitors said the Denver Museum of Nature & Science was a great place for families. A few reviewers who were not traveling with children said the museum may not be as engaging for adults as it is for kids because of the elementary nature of the displays. Many recent travelers were particularly impressed with the gems and minerals exhibit, which features artifacts like an 8-pound nugget of crystallized gold discovered in Breckenridge in 1887.

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U.S. News Insider Tip: Have breakfast at Snooze (a local chain), but get there early – there's almost always a line because the food is that good. – Amanda Norcross, Content & SEO Strategist

Denver's Union Station serves a dual purpose: it's a working public transit station and a highly-praised dining and shopping center. The station was a huge success when it first opened to the public in 1881, providing railroad service until the center of the building caught fire in 1894. The architecture from the 1914 redevelopment remains, and today, it's home to an Amtrak hub and a bus concourse. Located in the hip Lower Downtown neighborhood (aka LoDo), the station also houses multiple dining options and boutiques, as well as  The Crawford Hotel .

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U.S. News Insider Tip: Plan to spend several hours (at least two) here if you're hoping to see everything, and remember as you explore that there is an underlying storyline that connects all the exhibits and includes a mystery for visitors to unravel. – Leilani Osmundson

If you’re a fan of immersive art installations, you’ll probably enjoy Meow Wolf Denver, which is best described as a contemporary art museum, a haunted house, an amusement park and a film set all rolled into one 90,000-square-foot space. There are several Meow Wolf locations around the U.S., including Las Vegas and Santa Fe, New Mexico . Denver’s iteration is spread across four stories and features more than 70 distinctive installations that feature colorful lights, sounds and interactive displays. The largest permanent installation is the Convergence Station, a “multiverse transit station.”

Denver Zoo Denver Zoo

Modeled after a Kenyan nature preserve, the Denver Zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals, including tigers, black rhinos, kangaroos and orangutans. Sprawling across 80 acres of City Park, this impressive facility boasts a number of ways to view our furry, feathered and reptilian friends. Head to Predator Ridge, the recreated African savanna, to see hyenas, lions and African dogs roam, watch monkeys swing from tree branches at Primate Panorama or catch a glimpse of colorful critters like Panamanian golden frogs and green tree pythons at the Tropical Discovery center. You can also overload on cute during a visit to the nursery and take on a ride on the zoo's train and carousel.

While you're here, many travelers highly recommend timing your visit around feeding times, during which staff offers educational lectures about the zoo's residents. Keep in mind that this is a large facility; you'll want to budget plenty of time to see all the animals.

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Downtown Aquarium Downtown Aquarium

U.S. News Insider Tip: Pay attention if you're in the flash flood simulation room – you might get wet! – Leilani Osmundson

Visit the AZA-accredited Downtown Aquarium to see more than 500 species of animals across a variety of ecosystems both underwater and on land (including tigers). In addition to the exhibits, the aquarium also boasts a Stingray Reef touch tank, a 4D theater, scuba and snorkel experiences, a shark cage experience, and in-person and virtual animal encounters. Kids can participate in a plethora of activities from a fun overnight stay to a five-day summer camp. Day programs for children include "Marine Biologist for a Day," which includes encounters with exotic species from the deep sea, as well as "Zoologist for a Day," where kids can learn how to handle and train animals that live outside the ocean.

Denver Art Museum Denver Art Museum

With galleries showcasing more than 70,000 works by famed artists such as Vincent Van Gogh and Winslow Homer, the Denver Art Museum houses one of the most impressive collections of art between Chicago and the West Coast. Spread across two buildings, the museum's holdings range from pre-Columbian artifacts to contemporary displays with such mediums as painting  and sculpture represented. One of the highlights of a visit to the Denver Art Museum is its extensive assembly of western American art, which includes paintings, sculptures and works on paper related to the West going back two centuries.

Past visitors raved about the Denver Art Museum, praising its diverse and varied collections, especially its collection of western American art, and the museum's ability to appeal to kids through interactive activities. If you don't make it here on your own, you'll find that the museum is a popular stop on many of the best Denver tours .

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U.S. News Insider Tip: Visit Skyline Park (located at 15th and Arapahoe streets) in the summer for draft beers at Skyline Beer Garden and the winter for outdoor ice skating at the Downtown Denver Rink. – Leilani Osmundson

Walk along this mile-long pedestrian mall for restaurants, shops, entertainment and more. Described as "the spine that connects all of downtown," the mall starts with Union Station on the north end and the Colorado State Capitol on the south end, with attractions like the Denver Performing Arts Complex, Larimer Square and the Denver Pavilions – a shopping and dining complex with multiple movie theaters and pop-up events – along the way. If you've worked up an appetite walking around, you won't go hungry: There are more than 40 outdoor cafes throughout the mall, as well as plenty of casual, upscale and international eateries.

Coors Field Coors Field

U.S. News Insider Tip:  Take a seat in row 20 – the only purple row in the stadium – and you'll be sitting exactly one mile above sea level! –  Leilani Osmundson

Named for Denver's famed beer, Coors Field in Denver's LoDo district is home to Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies. The stadium occupies a whopping 76 acres and has the capacity for more than 50,000 fans. Of course, the main reason to come to Coors Field is to catch a game, but there's more to this stadium than a diamond. Whether you're traveling with children or alone, be sure to spend some time at the Interactive Area, where you can test your skills in the video batting cages and the Speed Pitch area. And if you've left the kids at home, take the opportunity to sample some of Denver's local brews on the Rooftop, a 38,000-square-foot platform with fantastic views of the field and downtown Denver. If the weather isn't cooperating, pay a visit to the on-site SandLot brewery instead.

Washington Park Washington Park free

U.S. News Insider Tip:  It's not the easiest to find parking in Denver, but don't worry -- Wash Park has plenty of street parking, and it's easy to find a spot even during events. –  Leilani Osmundson

Located south of central Denver, Washington Park is consistently praised by Denverites and visitors alike for its ample facilities and enjoyable atmosphere. Occupying 155 acres, this immense park boasts miles of jogging paths, two massive lakes and two formal gardens, one of which is a replica of George Washington's Mount Vernon gardens. Wash Park, as it’s called by locals, is a popular weekend hangout spot thanks to the variety of things to do here. You can spend your time simply relaxing on the grass, or you can take advantage of the park's 10 tennis courts, boat rentals and recreation center, which houses a pool and offers scheduled fitness classes and swim lessons.

Larimer Square Larimer Square free

In 1858, a group of settlers struck gold at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Their discovery soon spread back to the East Coast, prompting people to pick up and move west. The site of the original pioneer camp (known back then as Auraria) soon grew into the charming area now known as Larimer Square. Although the city has since expanded, this historic neighborhood remains the heart and soul of the Mile High City, and according to some, it's the place to start your Denver experience thanks to its variety of restaurants, bars and shops. It's also a featured stop on many of the best Denver tours . 

Before venturing to Larimer Square, you may want to pay a visit to the Larimer Square  website . Here, you'll find a listing of all the local businesses and upcoming events, not to mention maps that can help orient where specific dining, shopping and entertainment options are.

Empower Field at Mile High Empower Field at Mile High

Football fans won't want to pass up the chance to spend some time on the Denver Broncos' home turf. Empower Field at Mile High can hold more than 76,000 NFL fans and is notable for its elevation, which sits at 5,280 feet above sea level. That, combined with the view of the Rocky Mountains to the west and the Denver skyline to the east, makes it a unique venue to visit.

If you can swing it, try to catch a home game. Ticket prices vary by game and availability, and you'll want to purchase your seats well in advance to ensure availability. If you can't make it to a game, you can tag along on a guided tour of the stadium. Led by employees from the on-site Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Museum (one of the stops on the tour), these 75- to 90-minute tours take participants to the visiting teams' locker rooms, the end zone as well as into the network television production compound and the TV and radio broadcast facilities. Recent visitors described the tour experience as incredible thanks to the knowledgeable guides.

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U.S. News Insider Tip:  Though you can explore the museum on your own, a guided tour is vastly more educational. Register for a late morning tour and then walk to The Corner Beet after for tasty juices and brunch options. – Leilani Osmundson

Nestled among the contemporary architecture of the Capitol Hill district is the Molly Brown House Museum, an eccentric example of Victorian life and design that no history buff should miss. Once the home of the "unsinkable" Margaret "Molly" Brown (Kathy Bates' character in the film, "Titanic,"), this museum offers a glimpse into Denver's history and the life of one of its most fascinating residents. On a guided tour of the house, you'll learn about Brown's experience aboard the Titanic, as well as her role in the women's suffrage movement and her endeavors in Colorado's mining industry.

Elitch Gardens Elitch Gardens

U.S. News Insider Tip: Visit the park in winter for its Luminova Holidays event and don't forget to bring your camera; there are plenty of beautiful holiday light displays for photo opportunities, and some rides are open as well. – Leilani Osmundson

Open first as actual gardens as well as a zoological park in 1890, the long-running Elitch Gardens now boasts a theme park, a water park, entertainment and more. At the theme park, fly 17 stories above Denver on the Star Flyer swing ride, or dive and spin at 50 mph speeds on the Mind Eraser coaster. If thrills aren't your thing, you'll find plenty of more relaxing rides and activities in both the theme and water park, such as the Commotion Ocean wave pool and Castaway Creek lazy river.

United States Mint United States Mint free

Even if you hate the sound of excess change rattling around your pockets, you'll find a tour of the Denver branch of the United States Mint to be an interesting way to spend an hour or so. Having opened in 1863, its purpose was to transform the Gold Rush's findings into coinage. Today, the U.S. Mint in Denver can produce up to 50 million coins a day.

A free guided tour of the U.S. Mint in Denver will allow you the opportunity to learn more about each stage of coin production, from the design and sculpting of each piece to the cutting of each type of coin. Some recent visitors marveled at the coin-making machines, but say that not all travelers will likely find it enthralling.

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

Housed in a hangar on the former Lowry Air Force Base in eastern Denver, this museum has more than 100,000 square feet of exhibit space that explores the history of the base's role in World War II, the Korean and Vietnam wars and the Cold War. A variety of iconic aircraft, space vehicles, artifacts and military uniforms are on display. The collection includes bombers from World War II, reconnaissance aircraft and commercial planes. One of the most iconic symbols of the Vietnam War – the Bell UH-1M Iroquois “Huey” – is among the displays. 

Past visitors enjoyed seeing the variety of aircraft and especially the replicas of “Star Wars” spacecraft. About 20 miles south of the museum is its sister location, the Exploration of Flight, which offers visitors a more immersive experience. They include a pilot simulator and actual flights in vintage and modern aircraft. The 15-acre site is located at Centennial Field, about 20 miles south of downtown Denver.

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15 Top Things to Do in Denver, Colorado

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With so much to do in Denver, it's hard to choose where to start in this well-known Colorado city. Some of the top must-see tourist attractions include the indoor grace of the Denver Art Museum and watching a concert or hiking while soaking up the outdoor beauty of Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. There is something for everyone—including kids —in the usually sunny Mile High City that's home to one of the country's most popular skate parks. Downtown Denver is very pedestrian-friendly: Within a mile radius, tourists can enjoy art and history museums, a theme and water park, and numerous restaurants.

See Concerts and Hike at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

More than 250 million years in the making and located at 6,450 feet above sea level, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre features natural acoustics that lend themselves to unique outdoor concerts. Red Rocks—just 15 miles (24 kilometers) west of Denver in Morrison—also has various hiking and biking trails with spectacular views.

Stop at the Trading Post shop onsite for some souvenirs and head to the Ship Rock Grille in the Red Rocks Visitor Center to enjoy amazing vistas while you dine.

Eat and Shop at Union Station

The iconic 1881 building—referred to locally as Denver’s living room—reopened in 2014 with a full slate of restaurants and shops, in addition to serving as a transit hub downtown. Stay overnight at the Crawford Hotel located above Union Station and explore town on one of their electric bikes, or just enjoy a drink at the Terminal Bar while people watching.

During the summer, the fountains outside the station provide a respite from the heat for children of all ages, and visitors can catch free cooking demonstrations on Saturdays at the Farmer's Market outside of Union Station.

Get Close to Animals at the Denver Zoo

The Denver Zoo opened its doors in 1896 with the donation of an orphaned black bear named Billy Bryan. Covering 80 acres in the historic City Park neighborhood, the popular attraction receives more than 2 million visitors each year. The zoo houses almost 3,700 animals from across the world, including a range from African lions to Asian elephants and Malayan Tapirs.

Various programs educate visitors about the zoo's creatures, including Up-Close Animal Encounters, which provides guided tours and an intimate look at animals and zookeepers.

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The Denver Art Museum is known for its African, Asian, Latin American, American Indian, and Western American art, among other collections such as design, photography, and architecture. The museum also has exhibitions such as "The Light Show," which explores light in the natural and spiritual world through a reflective narrative. "Treasures of British Art: The Berger Collection" features approximately 60 paintings of Britain’s cultural history, dating from the 1400s through the late 1800s.

Get Inspired at Denver Botanic Gardens

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Colorado's dry climate challenges gardeners across the state, but the Denver Botanic Gardens always provide inspiration. The gardens contain 24 acres, including numerous arid gardens that require little water. International gardens include plants from South Africa, the Tropics, Japan, China, and other parts of the world. Popular flowers such as roses, daylilies, and irises live in the ornamental gardens. There are also shady and water gardens to enjoy, while a children's garden with six ecosystems is sure to delight the little ones.

Various guided tours are available.

Have Fun at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science , founded in 1900 by local naturalist Edwin Carter, offers educational fun for all ages. The collection is home to more than 1 million objects from around the world, like natural history and anthropological materials, archival resources, and more.

The family will also love the Phipps IMAX Theater for checking out movies, and the Gates Planetarium has fun shows like "One World, One Sky," featuring Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo exploring the night sky with a friend from China.

Stroll Around 16th Street Mall

Take a stroll through Denver's 16th Street Mall, a mile-long outdoor shopping and dining center in the Mile High City. Dozens of restaurants and boutiques join chain stores such as the Banana Republic and Sephora for a one-stop attraction. Lucky Strike bowling alley, Regal UA Denver Pavilions 4DX & RPX movie theater, and Coyote Ugly bar also provide nighttime entertainment. Stop by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for some Colorado-made treats.

Visit the State Capitol Building

Designed in the 19th century by architect Elijah E. Myers, the Colorado State Capitol Building echoes the classical lines of the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The inside features Colorado Rose Onyx (a rare rose marble) and beautiful stained glass windows. The Denver building is exactly one mile high at 5,280 feet (1,609 meters), leading to the city's nickname of the "Mile High City."

The capitol houses the Colorado General Assembly and the offices of the governor, lieutenant governor, and treasurer. Check out the building on your own, or reserve a free weekday tour that takes less than an hour.

Take the Kids to Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park

Elitch Gardens, located downtown, truly has something for everyone in the family, from thrilling rollercoasters like the Mind Eraser—entailing dives and double spins going faster than 50 miles per hour—to fun ferris wheels and balloon races. The water park has big slides and mellower rides for little ones.

You'll also find several spots for shopping, dining, and games, plus summer movies and concerts.

Smell the Flowers at Washington Park

Washington Park, one of Denver's finest parks, covers 155 acres and features one of the most popular running and biking trails in Denver, drawing fitness enthusiasts and dog walkers from across the city. Two scenic lakes and the city's largest flower garden add to "Wash Park's" bucolic charm.

While you're there, check out the nearby charming South Pearl Street and its restaurants—ranging from sushi to Cajun to pizza—plus shops, galleries, and wine and cocktail bars.

Hike up High at Echo Lake

If you are looking for a nice mountain hike, try Echo Lake, just 33 miles (53 kilometers) west of Denver. The lake—listed on the National Register of Historic Places—is located at the base of the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in the U.S., which reaches 14,260 feet (4,346 meters) above sea level. Visitors will have great views of snowy peaks, along with opportunities for fishing and having a picnic or cookout.

The 1926 Echo Lake Lodge houses a restaurant with buffalo chili and beloved pie and a gift shop that sells handmade Native American jewelry, glassware, collectibles, and other items.

Go on a Craft Beer Tour

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Craft beer is big in Colorado, and the curious (age 21 and up) will enjoy a guided walking tour of 2-3 hours dedicated to the alcoholic beverage. The tour takes place in the Historical Lower Downtown (LoDo) District and includes more than 10 beer samples and fun city history and trivia. Attendees will learn about the brewing process, stop by a popular brewpub that turned into a nationwide franchise, relax in the city's top craft beer bar, and visit a brewery founded by the governor.

Venture to Boulder

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If you have a few days (or more) to spare, it's just about 40 minutes by car to reach Boulder, a small but lively city at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains that is home to the University of Colorado, the state's biggest university. Boulder is a fun and scenic getaway: Explore the pedestrian-friendly Pearl Street Mall downtown, where you'll find restaurants, cafes, shops, galleries, and street musicians.

You can eat global cuisine at the gorgeous Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse , a popular attraction that was constructed in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, and sent to its sister city of Boulder, where the pieces were reassembled.

Get Your Thrills at a Skate Park

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Denver is proud to have one of the most popular skate parks in the country, the Denver Skatepark in LoDo, which is open daily and has free admission. The large area has 60,000 square feet of concrete with bowls for boarders, bikers, and bladers of all skill levels.

You will need to bring your own gear, as there are no rentals onsite; helmets are required.

See a Baseball Game at Coors Field

Coors Field baseball stadium opened in 1995 in the lower downtown/Ballpark Neighborhood. Serving as home base for the Colorado Rockies Major League Baseball team, the stadium holds more than 50,000 fans. Those in the first-base and right-field areas will catch great views of the Rocky Mountains.

Stop at the Wazee Market behind section 137 on the main concourse if hunger strikes; enjoy pizza and other ballpark traditional foods in a courtyard area.

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17 Top-Rated Attractions & Places to Visit in Denver, CO

Written by Lana Law Updated Dec 27, 2023 We may earn a commission from affiliate links ( )

Author Carri Wilbanks lives near Denver and enjoys exploring the sights of the city.

Denver, the Mile High City, so named because it sits at 5,280 feet above sea level or one mile high, has been rocking since the late 1850s, when gold was discovered around Cherry Creek . Today, it is one of America's hottest cities to live and play in and a great place to visit in Colorado .

With the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop and more than 300 days of sunshine per year, Denver is a visually appealing metropolis, filled with a variety of sights and attractions for everyone, from families to couples. Whether you are wandering the Denver Art Museum, doing some shopping and gallery-hopping in Cherry Creek North, or visiting animals at the Denver Zoo, day or night, there is no shortage of things to do.

The city is also home to several parks, including Civic Center Park in the heart of downtown, Washington Park, Cheesman Park, and City Park in surrounding neighborhoods. Just outside the city limits is Denver's most famous park: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, which is one of the top outdoor concert venues in the U.S.

Learn more about the best places to visit in the city with our list of the top attractions in Denver.

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1. Union Station

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Anchoring downtown Denver , Union Station is a hub of activity for locals and travelers alike. This Beaux Arts train station is a historic landmark dating back to 1881.

Completely revitalized in 2014, today Union Station is a bustling attraction that doubles as a working train station. You can catch the A-line train to the airport, RTD transit around Denver, or embark on Amtrak rail trips across the country from here.

Union Station is also home to many shops, restaurants, and The Crawford Hotel, which often puts on special themed-stay events. It's fun to take a stroll through Union Station just to look at the impressive architecture.

Also, make sure to pay a visit to the branch of the Tattered Cover Book Store located here. It is one of the best independent bookstores in the U.S.

Address: 1701 Wynkoop Street, Denver, Colorado

A successful example of urban refurbishment in Denver is Larimer Square, with well-restored buildings of the Civil War period. In 1971, Larimer Square became Denver's first historic district. Today, it is a major entertainment district. The area is home to art galleries, shops, cheerful restaurants, and gas lamps.

It continues to evolve and is popular with both locals and tourists. During the day, most people come here to shop. In the evening, this is a great place for dining or seeing some live entertainment, such as comedians or bands. This area is also famous as the place where Buffalo Bill lived at one time.

Address: 1430 Larimer Street, Denver, Colorado

Running through the city center, the 16th Street Mall is a European-style pedestrian precinct, with shady trees, flowerbeds, and park benches. The only traffic here is a free shuttle bus.

The mall is lined with department stores, boutiques, souvenir shops, restaurants, and the stalls of street traders. Near the south end of the street are numerous modern and Post-Modern skyscrapers.

The mall was designed by the late world-famous architect I.M. Pei, the same architect that designed the pyramid at the Louvre in Paris. At night, the mall is illuminated by over one million lights, making it an ideal place to stroll on a warm summer evening.

Originally opened in 1982, the 16 th Street Mall is currently undergoing an overhaul that will create wider pedestrian walkways, modernize existing infrastructure, and introduce new art, among other objectives.

The renovations of this 13-block mall between Market Street and Broadway will take place in phases and are expected to be finished by late 2024. The area remains open during renovations, however.

Coors Field is the home of the Colorado Rockies baseball club. The stadium, which opened in 1995, has a seating capacity of 50,200. From the seats along the 1st base line, it's possible to see the Rocky Mountains in the distance.

Tours of the facility are available year-round and are a good way to learn about the stadium and see a bit of the behind-the-scenes action. Tickets are limited to a certain number each day, so advance purchases are a good idea. Tours last just under 1.5 hours and are accessible to those with disabilities.

Address: 20th and Blake Streets, Denver, Colorado

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science sits in City Park's southeast corner and is one of Denver's top cultural attractions. Among the most notable exhibits are the imposing dinosaur skeletons, remains of Ice Age animals, the collection of minerals presented by the Coors family, and one of the largest nuggets of gold found in Colorado.

The museum features changing exhibitions, so there is always something new to see. An IMAX theater and a Planetarium are also on-site. When you've finished wandering this museum, take time to check out City Park, which is popular with locals, and hosts a free summer jazz concert series.

The Space Odyssey exhibit has been renovated and revitalized and is now better than ever. You'll be able to step into the new Fantasy Spaceship and fulfill your dreams of blasting off into space.

Address: 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, Colorado

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The Denver Center for the Performing Arts sits on the south side of Larimar Square and is a gigantic cultural center. The center consists of multiple venues, including the Boettcher Concert Hall, Auditorium Theater, and Ellie Caulkins Opera House. If you are looking for things to do in Denver at night, you can usually find something to entertain you here.

A night out at the Center for Performing Arts could mean watching a Broadway Show or enjoying a play or a variety of other performances. This venue hosts all kinds of major events. It is home to the Denver Center Theater Company, the Denver Center Attractions, and the Denver Center Theatre Academy. The center also functions as an educational facility, offering acting classes and programs, as well as professional development opportunities.

Address: Speer Boulevard and Arapahoe Street, Denver, Colorado

The Denver Botanic Gardens , first laid out in the late 1950s, is one of the largest botanical gardens in the United States , occupying 23 acres next to Cheesman Park.

The garden emphasizes native plants and sustainable, environmentally responsible practices. However, the various gardens display plants from all over the world. There are 43 individual gardens, some of which are laid out in natural landscapes, others of which are in more formal gardens.

Some of the highlights include the Japanese Garden; Marnie's Pavilion with orchids, ferns, and waterfalls; and the Boettcher Memorial Conservatory, with exotic tropical and subtropical species. The Denver Botanic Gardens also hosts special events throughout the year, including concerts that draw in nationally recognized talent.

Address: 1007 York Street, Denver, Colorado

The Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art displays a major collection of decorative art from 1880 to 1980. Every major design period is represented, from Arts & Crafts to Pop Art. Regional modernist art, from 1875 to 1980, with a focus on Colorado, is also documented with hundreds of works.

The museum features a retrospective of Colorado's distinguished painter, Vance Kirkland (1904-1981). All three collections are housed in a 1911 Arts & Crafts building, the oldest commercial art building in Denver. Kirkland Museum is a member of Historic Artists' Homes and Studios, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Address: 1311 Pearl Street, Denver, Colorado

The massive, fortress-like Denver Art Museum has a vast collection, which includes American Indian, African, European, Asian, and Oceanic Art. Collections also include Spanish colonial and pre-Columbian works.

The remodeled Native American galleries are particularly impressive, covering a broad range of cultures and tribes from the United States and Canada. This extensive collection has gained a reputation throughout North America, with pieces that span 2,000 years of history.

This modern and contemporary art collection features both well-known names and emerging talent in a variety of media. Don't miss the separate gallery dedicated to photography. Also of note is the museum's African art collection.

The Denver Art Museum began in a building now known as the North Building, designed by Italian Architect Gio Ponti and opened in 1971. In 2006, the 146,000-square-foot Hamilton Building, an expansion designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, was opened to the public. The new building captured attention with its unique design, inspired by the peaks of the Rocky Mountains.

Address: 100 W 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, Colorado

The Denver Zoo is beautifully laid out, with enclosures adapted to different species, from the polar bears' den to monkey island. The zoo was begun in the late 1800s and has a rich history of conservation. Over the years, it has managed to remain one of Denver's most popular tourist attractions.

Exhibits that are sure to delight families with children of all ages include Stingray Cove, where you can pet a stingray as it swims by; the Toyota Elephant Passage, consisting of two miles of trails in a natural habitat featuring African animals; Harmony Hill Bear Habitat, home to the park's resident Grizzly Bear; and The EDGE, an enclosure that lets you get within six inches of two gorgeous Amur Tigers from Siberia.

Address: 2900 E 23rd Avenue, Denver, Colorado

On a low hill on the east side of Civic Center Park is the classical-style State Capitol, crowned by a gilded dome 250 feet high. From the viewing platform on the drum of the dome, there are magnificent views of the city's imposing skyline and the Front Range. The 13th step on the west side of the Capitol is exactly one mile above sea level, thus the name "mile high city."

Address: Broadway and East Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado

Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater is about 15 miles from the city center but is well worth the commute as this is the most revered attraction around Denver — and there is a shuttle to get you here should you not have a car.

Red Rocks is both a live music venue and a city park owned by Denver. The name comes from the striking red sandstone rock formations found along the trails that also form the walls of the outdoor amphitheater.

The venue attracts major live music talent weekly in season and is most famous for its acoustics. Music buffs will want to stop by the Colorado Music Hall of Fame, which tells the stories of Colorado's music greats.

Address: 18300 West Alameda Parkway, Morrison, Colorado

Famed architect Michael Graves designed the Denver Public Library , which opened in 1995. The library is noted for its western history and genealogical collections. Outside, the 30-foot-tall, red-orange steel sculpture is often used for reference as a landmark.

Address: 10 W. Fourteenth Avenue, Denver, Colorado

Immediately beyond the City and County Building is the U.S. Mint , one of the United States' six facilities. This is where the American currency is created and part of the country's gold reserves are stored.

Be sure to take a free guided tour of the facility to learn about the history and process of making money. Following your tour, visit the small gift shop on-site selling commemorative coins, souvenirs, games, and other items. Reservations for the tours are always required and can be scheduled online through the website.

Address: 320 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado

In the heart of Denver is the green and, in summer, agreeably shady Civic Center Park, laid out in Classical style with numerous monuments. Principal administrative buildings of the state of Colorado are scattered around the outskirts of the park. Along its north side is Colfax Ave, which is the longest street in America, running for 26 miles east to west through Denver.

Address: 101 14th Avenue, Denver, Colorado

Located just south and east of the Downtown, Cherry Creek North is Denver's best-known shopping district , especially if you're looking for luxury and boutique shops and art galleries. Covering some 16 blocks laid out in a square, the leafy and flower-strewn neighborhood is also home to numerous restaurants, offering cuisine from around the globe.

Cherry Creek hosts a number of different events throughout the year, the most famous of which is the Cherry Creek Arts Festival , held around July 4th, which attracts national and international artist vendors in mediums ranging from painting and jewelry to ceramics. The district runs along 2nd and 3rd Ave between Steele Street to the east and University Boulevard to the west.

Part of the first generation of Abstract Expressionist artists, Clyfford Still is considered one of the 20th century's most influential painters. The Clyfford Still Museum , which opened in late 2011, is home to an archive of more than 3,000 artworks by the late artist and showcases his life's work and legacy in exhibits in a minimalist-style building.

Address: 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, Colorado

The best place to stay in Denver is right downtown in the heart of the action. This is where the main attractions are located, as well as the Convention Center, restaurants, and entertainment. Below is a list of highly-rated hotels in convenient locations :

Luxury Hotels :

• The landmark Brown Palace Hotel and Spa has been one of Denver's top luxury hotels since it first opened in 1892. This opulent hotel, in the heart of downtown, is also known for its superb customer service.
• Opened one year earlier, in 1891, is another of Denver's top hotels, The Oxford Hotel , near Union Station.
• By contrast, if you are looking for a contemporary luxury hotel, the uniquely designed The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton , near the Denver Art Museum, is the place to stay.

Mid-Range Hotels :

• Near the Convention Center and just a short walk from the 16th Street Mall is the conveniently located Hilton Garden Inn .
• Nearby, and also in a great location is Aloft , with a modern look and trendy feel.
• The Hyatt House is a newly opened, extended-stay hotel in the city center, with standard rooms and suites featuring fully equipped kitchens, perfect for families.

Budget Hotels :

• The Days Inn is on the periphery of the city center, either a long walk or short drive from the main downtown area.
• If you are willing to drive 30 minutes, the Comfort Inn is well outside the city center but offers quality rooms at budget prices.

Joining an organized tour is a great way to see all the highlights of Denver and its surrounding mountains without the hassle of finding your way around. Along the way, you'll learn fascinating stories about the city's history and the ecology of the surrounding areas. These tours include convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, saving you time and money. Below are some fun sightseeing tours and day trips that guarantee the lowest price:

Take a Day Trip:

• Soaring mountains surround Denver, and a convenient way to experience this alpine wilderness is on the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park from Denver or Boulder . Accompanied by the narration of an expert guide, this tour takes you in an air-conditioned coach across the Continental Divide, reaching altitudes of up to 12,000 feet. After exploring Estes Park and passing by the famous Stanley Hotel, you can look for wildlife such as bighorn sheep and black bears in Rocky Mountain National Park. The tour includes admission to the park, lunch, and hotel pickup.
• If you're short on time but still want to venture into the wilderness, consider the Foothills Explorer Tour From Denver . This four-hour adventure includes a visit to Red Rocks park, a natural amphitheater; a drive through the scenic Lariat Loop, where you can look for wildlife; and stops at the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave and the historic town of Evergreen. Hotel pickup and entrance fees are also included.

Summit a 14neer :

• From Idaho Springs, the highest mountain road in the U.S. runs steeply up past the beautifully situated Echo Lake to the alpine pastures on Mount Evans (14,266 feet). From the summit, there are breathtaking panoramic views out over the mountains and valley below. A variety of wildlife also frequents the area. At these elevations, it is not uncommon to see mountain goats, bighorn sheep, marmots, and pika. The Mount Evans Highway (State Highway 5) is a seasonal road, which is closed during the winter months, usually reopening in late May. Opening dates may be weather dependent. Mount Evans gets particularly busy on summer weekends. Weekdays and early mornings are some of the less visited hours and maybe a better option for people looking to escape large crowds.

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The Mountains: Denver is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Less than two hours away are some of the best ski resorts in Colorado , including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. You can also find smaller and budget-friendly ski resorts near Denver . But you don't have to be a skier to enjoy the beautiful scenery. In summer, hiking , camping, biking, and sightseeing opportunities attract tourists from across North America.

Fun mountain towns you may want to include on your Colorado itinerary include nearby Boulder and Colorado Springs , and in the far southwest of the state, Durango and Telluride , where you'll also find excellent skiing and snowboarding, as well as hiking and biking in summer. Mountain bikers should look to Fruita and Grand Junction for some awesome rides. For more ideas, see our article on the top attractions and places to visit in Colorado .

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Your ultimate travel guide for visiting Denver

• Denver, Colorado is a bustling city filled with sunshine, sports, and gorgeous landscapes. 
• Insider created a comprehensive travel guide for the best places to go, stay, and eat in Denver.
• Visit Insider's hub for travel guides, tips, and recommendations .

At 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver, Colorado, offers a variety of activities for visitors amid its gorgeous landscapes  and bustling downtown.

The Mile High City, famous for its 300 days of sunshine, is home to the Colorado Rockies, Avalanche, and the Broncos. It's also home to an abundance of art and history museums, lush parks, and a diverse food scene.

Check out Insider's guide for planning a well-rounded trip to the Mile High City based on expert intel from in-the-know locals who shared their secrets on the best places to experience.

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• Main content

• 1.1 Climate
• 2.1 By plane
• 2.2 By train
• 2.3 By highway
• 3.1.1 Renting
• 3.1.2 Parking
• 3.1.3 Union Station
• 3.2 By public transit
• 3.3 By bike
• 4.1 Museums and architecture
• 4.2 Parks and gardens
• 5.1 Amusement parks
• 5.3 Festivals & events
• 5.4 Performing arts
• 5.5 Live music
• 5.7 Brewery tours
• 6.1 Districts
• 6.2 Specific retailers
• 6.3 Groceries and other basics
• 7.1 Food markets
• 7.3 Mid-range
• 7.4 Splurge
• 8.1 Bars in Lower Downtown (LoDo)
• 8.2 Bars in Capitol Hill
• 8.3 Bars on Colfax
• 8.4 Bars elsewhere in Denver
• 8.6 Nightclubs
• 9.2 Mid-range
• 9.3 Splurge
• 10.1 Emergencies
• 10.2 Altitude sickness
• 11.1 Wireless internet
• 11.2 Consulates
• 12.1 Near Denver
• 12.2 Mountains
• 12.3 More Colorado destinations
• 12.4 Neighboring states and beyond

Denver is the capital of the western U.S. state of Colorado and the dominate city of the Rocky Mountain Region . Founded in 1858 as the placer gold mining camp known as the Cherry Creek Diggings, the "Mile-High City" is today the most populous city within a 560-mile (900 km) radius and the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor of more than five million residents. Denver embraces its cowboy and mining past but also looks toward the future with a vibrant arts and performing arts scene, dozens of great outdoor festivals, and distinct neighborhoods each offering a unique experience. You'll find everything a cosmopolitan city has to offer including a spectacular view of and easy access to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which arise only 12 miles (19 km) west of the Colorado State Capitol.

Understand [ edit ]

Denver sits in a broad valley where the High Plains meet the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 5280 feet (one mile or 1609.344 m), hence its nickname. In 2020, the City and County of Denver had a population of 715,522, while the 12-county Denver Metropolitan Area had a population of 3,623,560.

Metropolitan Denver does have its growing pains. Urban sprawl has been a problem, with the metropolitan area sometimes growing faster than its infrastructure can handle, especially with public transportation. Denver is generally a driving city, and some problems with pollution and traffic are a part of everyday life. Extensive mass transportation and freeway expansion projects have been completed.

Colorado is on Mountain Standard Time (UCT-07) in the winter and on Mountain Daylight Time (UCT-06) in the summer. The 105th Meridian West, the reference for the Mountain time zone, passes directly through Denver Union Station .

Climate [ edit ]

Because it lies in the lee of the mountains, Denver has a milder climate than most surrounding areas. Denver residents enjoy a dry climate with abundant sunshine and four pronounced seasons.

Heavy snowfalls can occur between October and March, often alternating with days of high temperatures and sunshine. About once a year, a snowfall of over a few feet occurs. Winter is also when the Denver area gets pounded by a phenomenon known as the "Chinook". That's when air flows over the mountains to the west and sinks on the leeward (eastern) slopes of the foothills and warms up. This raises air temperatures dramatically, which can last for several days. If you're planning to visit Denver during the winter, be prepared with full winter gear just in case, but also pack a light sweater and T-shirt; the weather is usually very sunny and mild.

Spring in Denver is pleasant, though generally rather brief. Trees begin budding by late March and are in full leaf by mid April to mid May. March, on average, is Denver's snowiest month.

By June, Denver enters its summer season. Temperatures typically rise in earnest at this time, with most heat waves beginning in mid-June and continuing through July, usually Denver's hottest month with temperatures in the high 80s to mid-90s F (30s C). By late July, the southwest monsoon kicks in. In August, short spells of thunderstorms occur about three to four days per week. By late August, temperatures begin to drop with a noticeable difference between day time and night time temperatures. As the days get shorter through September and October, daytime temperatures drop to the high 50s to mid-60s F (mid-10s C). Slather on that sunscreen all summer long; the rays are strong and the air is dry, with temperatures often reaching the upper 90s F (mid-30s C) in July and August.

Autumn is a peaceful time to visit, with mild temperatures, little severe weather and lots of that famous clear blue sky. You'll get to see the trees display their fall colors, which usually peak around mid-September in the mountains and October in the city. October usually brings the first snowfall of the season to Denver, although it's very light. By November, it's clear that winter is on its way, with plenty of clouds, some snow and much cooler temperatures.

• Denver visitor information

Get in [ edit ]

See this Colorado travel map .

By plane [ edit ]

General aviation airports:

Centennial and Rocky Mountain airports have relatively long runways to accommodate private jet traffic. Flight visibility in the Denver area is often excellent, although weather fronts can arrive suddenly. For small planes, any direction but west is a good choice.

By train [ edit ]

Denver is served by Amtrak via its daily California Zephyr service between Chicago and Emeryville , in the San Francisco Bay Area . Westbound trains depart at 8:05AM (for the best views of the Rocky Mountains), and eastbound trains depart at 7:10PM (for a restful night ride to Omaha.) However, as this is one of the longer train routes in the U.S., delays are quite common.

By highway [ edit ]

• I-25 (north and south), I-70 (east and west), and I-76 (northeast) are the major interstates leading in and out of the city. I-225 and I-270 cross the Denver area.
• U.S. Highway 40 connects Denver to Salt Lake City to the west.
• Interstate 70 connects Denver to Summit County, the location of many major ski areas, to the west.
• Interstate 25 connects Denver to Colorado Springs in the south and Cheyenne , Wyoming in the north.
• U.S. Highway 36 connects to the northwestern suburbs and on to Boulder .
• C-470 Connects to the southern end of E-470 (also accessible from I-25) leading to the south, southwest, and western suburbs.
• E-470 connects the airport to the southeast, east, northeast and northwest suburbs, C-470 at its southern terminus, and the Northwest Parkway at its northern terminus, leading to Boulder . E-470 is a "cashless" toll road: there are no longer any toll plazas and no way to pay tolls except via an in-car device or a billing service. If renting a car, check to see if the rental car agency provides for proper billing; otherwise, you may be subject to billed tolls and hefty service charges. Tolls are $2–4 and without an in-car device, service charges can run to $25 or more.
• Northwest Parkway connects to the north end of E-470 leading to north, northeast and northwest suburbs, and Boulder . Also accessible from I-25. Tolls are up to $3 each, and booths accept only cash. There's no attendant between 10PM and 6AM, so pay attention to the signs; though some booths still accept exact change, others require you to pay online or by mail.

By bus [ edit ]

The central bus station is in the underground 39.75385 -105.00105 5 Union Station Bus Concourse under 17th St behind the historic Union Station building. It can be accessed through the Union Station Building at 1701 Wyncoop St (main entry, location of ticket counters); through the 39.75407 -105.00131 6 Wewatta Pavilion at 1700 Wewatta St (behind Union Station); and through the 39.75499 -105.00249 7 Chestnut Pavillion at Chestnut Pl & 17th St by the RTD light rail station. The Union Station Bus Concourse is serviced by Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Express Arrow, Bustang and RTD. The ticket desks are in the main historic building while the buses load underground, under S 17th St between the historic Union Station and the light rail station on Chestnut Pl. Some of the same bus companies make additional stops at Denver Tech Center (DTC) and/or in other places, check schedules. The intercity buses are generally accessed through Gates B3 & B4 from the underground station but check tickets and the TV monitors to be sure as they can be through the other doors too. Skyride 'A' Line train to the airport operates from the historic downtown Union Station:

• Burlington Trailways , Union Station , ☏ +1 303-293-6555 , +1 319-753-2864 , toll-free: +1-800-992-4618 . Goes east on I-76/80 towards Des Moines, IA through Ft Morgan, Sterling, Ogallala, North Platte, Lincoln, Omaha, etc. Passengers transfer in Iowa City to reach additional destinations. ( updated Dec 2018 )
• Bustang ( multiple stops in the area with multiple routes ). Service to Denver from Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Gunnison and Grand Junction four separate routes. Passengers transfer in Grand Junction to continue towards Durango and in Colorado Springs to continue to Lamar via Pueblo. Bus stops at Denver Union Station (Bus Concourse) and Denver Tech Center. ( updated Dec 2018 )
• Express Arrow ( Black Hills Stage Lines ), Union Station at 1701 Wyncoop St ( Gate 3B ), ☏ +1 402-371-3850 , toll-free: +1-877-779-2999 . Travels between several cities & towns in Colorado, Montana, Nebraska & Wyoming on multiple routes. From Denver their buses go north towards Buffalo WY via Casper, Cheyenne; east towards Omaha; and southwest to Alamosa and Gunnison through Fairplay, Buena Vista and Salida ( updated Jul 2015 )
• Greyhound & Autobus Americanos , (bus station) Union Station at 1700 Wewetta St ( Wewatta Pavilion ). Service to Salt Lake City (some schedules continue to Portland from Salt Lake City via Boise); Los Angeles (via St George, Las Vegas, Barstow); St Louis, Dallas (via Amarillo) and El Paso (via Pueblo, Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Las Cruces) on multiple routes. Greyhound is in the process of moving from the old bus station on 1055 19th St to Union Station (Oct 2020). Others who use the old bus station will follow. Check websites, check schedules.  
• Regional Transportation District (RTD) , (downtown office) 1660 Blake St , ☏ +1 303-299-6000 . RTD operates local city buses, light rail and commuter trains including the airport SkyTrain around Denver and the surrounding areas. Some of their buses run from Union Bus Station (the same location as intercity buses) while others are only on the surface streets. Check schedules, see below under 'By public transit'. ( updated Oct 2020 )

The Hispanic bus companies from El Paso maintain their own separate bus stations nearby the old Denver Bus Center. Passengers transfer buses in El Paso to continue to/from Mexico. Expect the bus stations to be crowded and dirty:

• 39.7513 -104.98493 8 El Paso Los Angeles Limousine Express , (bus station) 2215 E California St ( corner of E California & 22nd St ), ☏ +1 303-293-2244 , toll-free: +1-866-691-9732 . Travels along I-25 between Greeley, Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Deming, Las Cruces and El Paso. The depot in Greeley is at 2410 8th Ave. ( updated Apr 2016 )
• 39.7517 -104.98764 9 Los Paisanos , (bus station) 2147 Broadway ( Broadway & Champa St ), ☏ +1 303-291-1366 , toll-free: +1-866-771-7575 . Travels between Caldwell (near Boise) and El Paso via Salt Lake City, Greely, Denver and Roswell. ( updated Apr 2016 )

Get around [ edit ]

• Numbered avenues run east-west in the north half of the metro area, including suburbs. Ellsworth Avenue is the "equatorial" street. Numbered streets increase as you travel north and are generally called avenues. Avenues south of Ellsworth are also named avenues.
• Named streets run north-south. Broadway is the "meridian" street. Ordered alphabetically going up as you travel east or west away from the city center, though not alphabetical closer to the city center. Addresses on named streets correspond to intersecting numbered streets, so "1701 Broadway" is at 17th and Broadway. North-south streets are generally called streets, not avenues.
• Downtown streets : The diagonal layout of the downtown area can be tricky, especially for first-time visitors. North of Colfax and west of Broadway, the streets are canted 45 degrees from all other streets in the city. The transition between the two systems is confusing even for locals. Southeast-northwest streets are numbered, while southwest-northeast streets are named. As this was the original grid system of Denver, some vestiges of it exist outside of downtown, creating diagonal cuts in certain parts of the city. Some of those streets include Park Avenue, Speer Boulevard and Morrison Road.

By car [ edit ]

Renting [ edit ].

If you plan to go outside of downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods, car rentals are the most convenient form of transportation. Local companies tend to offer better prices, but national chains might be more convenient as far as return policies and hours. Rental companies include most major car rental chains.

Parking [ edit ]

Meters are free on Sunday and run until 10PM on weekdays. After 10PM at many of the meters cost $1.00 per hour from 10PM until 8AM at the smart meters. The meters say "overnight parking allowed" but you are still required to pay during this time, or you will get a $25 parking ticket. In the downtown area near Coors Field, the Ball Arena, and LoDo, there is pretty much no free parking on weekdays. In some areas a few blocks from the city center there are a few non-metered spots within reasonable walking distance of downtown. However, just because you don't see a meter doesn't mean that parking is free. Denver is increasingly using European-style meters, where you purchase a paper ticket from a machine somewhere on the block and place it on your dashboard. Also, many neighborhoods around downtown allow only permitted residents to park, so be sure to check the signs first. Some streets have alternate side parking restrictions for cleaning/clearing the streets. Check signs carefully.

The city government has been cracking down on parking violations, so if you park at a meter with a flashing red light and don't pay, even for a few minutes, expect to get a ticket . Meter violations will cost you $25 ($50 if you don't pay up within two weeks). All the meters in the downtown area are equipped with credit card readers that accept Visa and MasterCard. $1 will get you around an hour, depending on the location of the meter.

Areas outside of the downtown core (20th St, Speer, Wynkoop St, Colfax and Broadway) usually have meters that end at 6PM and are free on weekends, so parking is much easier during those times. The area just northwest of downtown, across the train tracks from Union Station, has free 2-hour parking spots (on Wewatta Street just before the Park Avenue bridge).

Union Station [ edit ]

The area around Union Station is frequently inundated with pedestrians, particularly between Chestnut Place and Wewatta Street, and especially when trains have just arrived and passengers have just disembarked. During daylight hours, there is rarely a break in the action, and that especially goes for days when Rockies home games or other downtown events are taking place. Near Union Station pedestrians have the right of way over vehicles, and drivers will most likely get stuck waiting at crosswalks, sometimes for a long while. For the safety of the pedestrians, and the sanity of the motorist, it is best to avoid driving near Union Station unless absolutely necessary.

By public transit [ edit ]

The RTD (Regional Transportation District) is the region's primary public transit provider, operating buses and light rail throughout the Denver area.

Denver has a fairly extensive and rapidly growing light rail [dead link] system that can efficiently get you from Downtown to many of the city's suburbs. There are eight rail lines that branch out of Downtown along six corridors: the A line east to Denver International Airport, the B line north to Westminster , the C/D lines south to Englewood and Littleton , the E/F/H lines southeast along I-25, the G line northwest to Arvada and Wheat Ridge, and the W line west to Lakewood and the Denver Federal Center. A ninth line, the R line, travels along I-225 on the east side of Denver, connecting the E/F/H lines with the A line via Aurora . In Downtown, all rail lines either terminate at Union Station or travel through central Downtown via the Convention Center. Rail tickets must be purchased (cash or credit card) from vending machines at the stations or purchase virtual tickets on the RTD App, tickets must be purchased before boarding the trains and cost (as of 2021) between $0.90 and $5.25 for a three-hour pass, depending on how far you travel, age, and economic status, with service to the airport costing from $3.20 to $10.50. Regional day passes also cost from $3.20 to $10.50 (and include travel to or from the airport) and include bus fare.

The backbone of Denver's transportation system is the buses. RTD buses are $3.00 (cash only; exact change required, with discounts available for youth and senior citizens) for a one-way local trip, and with payment you receive a transfer that's valid for three hours from when you board the bus. Day passes are also available and include light rail, for $10.50. There is also a free shuttle, the MallRide [dead link] , which runs along the 16th Street pedestrian mall through Downtown and is a handy way of traveling between Downtown attractions. More information about RTD can be found at the Union Station and Civic Center bus stations at either end of 16th Street in Downtown, or on the RTD website. Local routes crisscross the city, supplemented by 'Limited' buses that stop less frequently on major arteries like Colfax and Colorado Boulevard; these buses are denoted by an 'L' after the route number, and cost the same as a Local route.

RTD also operates limited intercity coach service, mostly to the north suburbs and the more distant communities of Longmont and Boulder . These services are denoted by letters and tend to leave from Union Station or Civic Center Station at either end of the 16th Street Mall. The Flatiron Flyer [dead link] offers a fast bus service along express highway lanes between Union Station in Denver and downtown Boulder, with fares ranging from $3.00 to $5.25 depending on distance travelled. If you're in Colorado to ski or board on a budget, Eldora Mountain Resort in Nederland can be reached via the Ski-N-Ride service [dead link] (NB bus) from downtown Boulder, seasonally from mid-November to mid-April; fares are $5.25 one-way or covered by a $10.50 daypass. RTD also operates SkyRide [dead link] service to the airport; see the "By plane" section above for further details.

By bike [ edit ]

Denver has a large network of bike trails leading all over the city. The city has a fiercely loyal cycling culture, and it's reflected in the abundance of bike lanes and trails in and around downtown. Main trails run along both Cherry Creek and the Platte, and bike lanes run down many downtown streets. The lanes are sometimes dedicated and sometimes run with traffic, and are marked by a stencil of a bike in the street. The city's designated routes are signed, and you can pick up a bike map at the info centers downtown and at many bike shops.

Don't be afraid to assert yourself in traffic when there is no bike lane - the drivers are, while impatient sometimes, for the most part respectful. Bikes are treated legally like traffic in Denver, and (while admittedly rare), you can get tickets for running red lights and stop signs. Bikes are also expected to ride as far to the right as practicable, unless you're riding in a group of 3 or more - in which case you are considered (and can behave like) a car. Neat, huh?

Bikes are required to have front lights at night, and a good lock is recommended in areas around downtown. Bike theft happens frequently.

See [ edit ]

Denver is a vibrant city with plenty of attractions for visitors, plus a diverse collection of neighborhoods that can be attractions in themselves. Many of Denver's older areas are the perfect density for exploration; you'll find an interesting mix of apartments and homes with flowery front gardens, wide flagstone sidewalks, bright green lawns and big, shady trees. Capitol Hill, Highlands, Baker, Berkeley, Uptown, Sloan's Lake, Cheesman, Washington, City and Congress Parks are just some of the neighborhoods bustling with people and places to see.

Denver has many beautiful parks that are full of colorful gardens, meandering paths, crystal clear lakes, abundant wildlife and recreation opportunities. The city has a rich pioneer history, and there are plenty of museums where you can learn all about it. It's also a very environmentally conscious city, with one of the nation’s first municipal “Green Fleets”, public transit vehicles using hybrid and alternative fuel and a city tree-planting initiative. Hop on a green bus, grab a bike or just walk around to discover Denver.

Museums and architecture [ edit ]

• 39.74713 -104.99536 13 The Money Museum , 1020 16th St ( Entrance is on Curtis Street. ), ☏ +1 303-572-2300 . 8:30AM-4:30PM . Self-guided tour. Small room with a few displays, including $30 million in cash! Free .  
• 39.75383 -104.99462 16 National Ballpark Museum , 1940 Blake St ( off of Blake and 20th, across from Coors Field ), ☏ +1 303-974-5835 . Open by appointment; call to schedule a visit . A family-run museum that contains one of the best private baseball collections in the country, this museum holds a stunning collection of artifacts from ballparks all over the country, including signs, bricks, and seats from the classic ballparks of old, as well as a section of Fenway Park's "Green Monster". $10 adults, $5 seniors/children, free for active military and children under 6 . ( updated May 2015 )

Parks and gardens [ edit ]

• 39.71521 -105.00308 24 Denver Animal Shelter dog sculpture , 1241 W. Bayaud Ave . A 20-foot-high sculpture of a dog, made out of metal dog tags.  

Do [ edit ]

Late spring and early autumn are excellent seasons to do things outdoors in Denver. Besides the city's various lush green parks, there are plenty of outdoor festivals, sports, and gondola rides. (Yes, gondola rides.) In winter, the snow-peaked mountains in the distance and the crisp air on your cheeks make it the perfect time to tour Denver's famous breweries or check out the downtown arts scene.

• 39.74868 -104.99505 1 The Southwest Rink at Skyline Park , 511 16th St , ☏ +1 303-825-6787 , [email protected] . Skating rink in downtown Denver open from late November to mid February. Skate rental $8 adults/$6 kids, or bring your own skates .  
• 39.8005 -105.0553 2 Archery Games Denver , 5405 W 56th Ave, Unit D , ☏ +1 720-443 0287 , [email protected] . Play archery dodgeball with bows and foam-tipped arrows at this indoor arena. $30 . ( updated Sep 2018 )

Amusement parks [ edit ]

In addition to the two listed below, the Denver area is also home to Water World , a huge water park in Thornton .

Comedy [ edit ]

Festivals & events [ edit ].

• January National Western Stock Show & Rodeo, Martin Luther King Parade, Indian Market, Mile High Snowfest
• February Colorado Garden and Home Show, Denver Restaurant Week, Buffalo Bill's Birthday Party
• March St. Patrick's Day Parade, Denver March Powwow, Starz Global Lens Film Festival
• April Colorado Rockies Home Opener, KBCO Kinetics
• May Cinco de Mayo, Tesoro Indian Market and Powwow, Downtown Denver Festival of the Arts, Denver Day of Rock, Colorado Colfax Marathon also includes Denver's Navy Week.
• June Colorado Renaissance Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Comcast La Piazza dell’Arte, Do At The Zoo, PrideFest, The People's Fair, Highland Street Fair
• July Cherry Creek Arts Festival, The INTERNATIONAL at Castle Pines, Colorado Irish Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, Evergreen Jazz Festival, Global Dance Festival
• September Doors Open Denver, A Taste of Colorado, Great American Beer Festival, Brew At The Zoo, Annual Oktoberfest, Festival Italiano, Denver Beer Fest
• October Doors Open Denver, Fright Fest, Denver Mariachi Festival, Denver Marathon
• November Denver Arts Week, Starz International Film Festival, Denver International Wine Festival, Downtown Denver, Grand Illumination
• December Mile High Holidays, Blossoms of Light, Zoo Lights, 9News Parade of Lights, New Year's Eve Downtown Fireworks

Performing arts [ edit ]

Major performing arts performances are held at the Denver Performing Arts Complex at N Speer Blvd and Arapahoe St in downtown Denver, including:

• 39.7454 -104.9982 7 Colorado Ballet , Ellie Caulkins Opera House ( in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ), ☏ +1 303-837-8888 . September–April . Founded in 1951, this internationally acclaimed company presents classical and contemporary ballets.  
• 39.7448 -104.99735 8 Colorado Symphony , Boettcher Concert Hall ( in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ), ☏ +1 303-623-7876 . September–June . The Colorado Symphony Orchestra is an American orchestra established in 1989, as the successor to the Denver Symphony.  
• 39.74446 -104.9991 9 Denver Center for the Performing Arts , The Buell Theatre ( in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ), ☏ +1 303-893-4100 . Year-round . Spend an evening at the theater watching anything from revivals to world premieres. The center hosts a Tony Award-winning professional resident company, and touring productions.  
• 39.7452 -104.9978 10 Opera Colorado , Ellie Caulkins Opera House ( in the Denver Performing Arts Complex ), ☏ +1 303-778-1500 . November–May . This young company performs classic operas in their downtown venue. $30-160 .  

Besides this complex, you can find smaller venues, restaurants, and cafes for a unique and exciting experience.

• 39.75076 -104.98533 11 Mercury Cafe , 2199 California St , ☏ +1 303-294-9281 . Highly recommended. This popular restaurant/cafe/event center is a must for any lovers of poetry, theater, or counterculture. Live music almost every night, salsa classes, and more. Particularly recommended Sundays nights, when it hosts Denver's best poetry slam. Often, you might run into well-known names like Andrea Gibson. Check out their schedule for more information.  

Live music [ edit ]

There are a bunch of places in town where you can catch a concert, but the most interesting and unique venue in the larger Denver area is almost inarguably the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison , a huge outdoor space surrounded by rock formations that make for not only a stunningly beautiful setting but also naturally perfect acoustics.

• 39.71632 -104.98774 14 hi-dive , 7 S Broadway ( cross streets: Ellsworth & Broadway ). A small, scruffy bar with character to the hilt, hi-dive is mostly a place to go if you want to check out Denver's local music scene. But it's also made a name for itself as a place rising stars play just before they make it big, so come out to a show here and maybe you can say you "saw them when..."  
• 39.75992 -104.98381 15 Larimer Lounge , 2721 Larimer St , ☏ +1 303-291-1007 . You can't miss this hipster-friendly club and concert hall in RiNo, with huge, brightly painted Op Art murals covering the whole front of the building. Catch mostly local rock, country, and electronica acts, with a few national touring artists to mix things up, in an ambience that's a lot cleaner and less skeevy than some of the dives around town.  
• 39.73983 -104.96244 16 Lion's Lair , 2022 E. Colfax Ave , ☏ +1 303-322-2308 . Famous, or should we say in famous, dive bar in Colfax that's been a gathering place for Denver-area punk, hardcore, and thrash fans since the 80s. The drinks are cheap, the lights are dim, and the ambience is grungy - and that's meant in a good way.  
• 39.74018 -104.97529 17 Ogden Theatre , 935 E Colfax Ave . Like the smaller Bluebird, the Ogden Theatre is another old silent movie house and vaudeville hall that's been repurposed as a music venue. Whatever your favorite genre - rock, hip-hop, R&B, electronica, country - you can probably find a show you like at this affable midsize venue.  

Sports [ edit ]

Denver is the only city in the Rocky Mountains with teams in all of North America's "big four" pro sports leagues.

Denver is represented in many smaller leagues too. Of special note among these niche sports is rugby union, which has an outsize following around here: not one but two of America's leagues field teams in the Mile High City.

In the realm of college sports, the main draw in Denver is...

There are also many disc golf (i.e., golf using a flying disc) courses that bring hours of entertainment for free, as well as numerous golf courses.

Brewery tours [ edit ]

Among the most popular tours in Denver are those of the many local breweries. Note that the most famous brewery in the area, the Coors Brewery , is located in Golden , about 15 miles west in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

• Denver Microbrew Tour , Denver Downtown ( Tour Starts at Great Divide Brewing Company ), ☏ +1 303-578-9548 , [email protected] . Year round, F-Su 3PM-5:15PM . Guided walking tour in downtown Denver’s historic LODO (lower downtown) area. The tour includes a brewery tour, beer samplings at several microbreweries, everything you want to know about beer, and local Denver history. $40+ .  
• 39.742043 -104.991531 29 Let's Roam Denver Brewery Tour , 2201 Arapahoe St ( Tour Starts at Great Divide Brewing Company ), ☏ +1 833-202-7626 , [email protected] . 365 days a year, starts at 6 PM . Guided walking tour in downtown Denver's famed Brewery district LoDO. The tour is a fun pub brawl crawl combined brewery tour. $15/person . ( updated Mar 2020 )

Buy [ edit ]

Districts [ edit ]

There are a number of shopping areas in Denver.

• The 16th Street Mall runs the near entire length of 16th St in downtown Denver. It is home to a number of chain stores, as well as novelty shops. It is dominated by the 39.74361 -104.99073 1 Denver Pavilions , an "urban mall," on the southeast end of the street.
• The Cherry Creek Shopping District sits southeast of downtown Denver, and hosts some of the most expensive stores in the metropolitan area. The 39.71676 -104.95313 2 Cherry Creek Shopping Mall is the epicenter of this district.
• 39.7528 -104.9975 3 LoDo ( Lo wer Do wntown) is immediately west of the Financial District of Denver and is connected directly to Larimer Square. Like Larimer, it is home to rich old architecture (as well as a few modern pieces). It is anchored by the Tattered Cover (see below) and hosts a ton of shops, mostly in fashion, furniture, and big chains like OfficeMax.
• 39.7482 -104.9999 4 Larimer Square offers some of the best shopping districts in the city and was one of the first urban shopping concepts, dating back to the 1960s. The area is full of all kinds of stuff from clothing to furniture. Check out the district's rich history, as well. The main part is along Larimer Street between 14th and 16th Streets.
• Colfax Avenue and Capitol Hill offer some of the most eclectic retailers including 39.73986 -104.98332 5 Capitol Hill Books

Specific retailers [ edit ]

• 39.7401 -104.9742 6 Angelo's CDs & More , 1959 S. Broadway , ☏ +1 303-798-6378 . Eclectic record store offering thousands of new and used vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs. ( updated Jun 2020 )
• 39.73995 -104.95666 7 The Tattered Cover, Colfax Avenue , 2526 E Colfax Ave ( intersection of Elizabeth St.; free parking in garages on Elizabeth or Columbine Sts. ), ☏ +1 303-322-7727 . M-Sa 9AM-9PM, Su 10AM-6PM .  
• 39.75166 -105.00091 8 The Tattered Cover, Lodo , 1628 16th St ( intersection of 16th & Wynkoop Sts. near Union Station ), ☏ +1 303-436-1070 . M-F 6:30AM-9PM, Sa 9AM-9PM, Su 10AM-6PM .  
• 39.72019 -104.95317 9 The Wizard's Chest , 230 Fillmore St , ☏ +1 303-321-4304 . Magical toy and costume shop.  

Groceries and other basics [ edit ]

The major supermarket chains in Denver are King Soopers (which is owned by Kroger), Safeway, and Albertsons. In addition the nation's largest discount store chain, Walmart, has several stores in Denver, most of which were open 24 hours before COVID-19. Most King Soopers stores in Denver were open 24 hours as well before COVID. In addition many specialty and organic supermarkets such as Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, and Trader Joe's can also be found throughout the area.

Eat [ edit ]

Mexican food is abundant and satisfying and takes a local Denver flavor. Green chili is the order of the day: a brown, chunky and spicy sauce made from pork and Pueblo or Hatch green chilies that works well on everything from chorizo and eggs to tamales. Denver is also known for "western" food using ingredients such as angus beef, buffalo, rattlesnake, cutthroat trout and Rocky Mountain oysters. The city also embraces its cultural diversity with a wide range of ethnic restaurants. Southeast Asian restaurants are especially abundant with a multitude of Thai and Vietnamese restaurants in every style and price range. Like other large cities, Denver has most types of cuisine, and several restaurants have been noted in top food publications. Smoking inside bars and restaurants is prohibited statewide; however, some places with outdoor patios still allow smoking there.

The restaurant section of the weekly independent newspaper Westword (available for free every Thursday at newsstands and locations across the city) is a good place to find the food you are interested in for your price-range and location. Below is a sampling of some consistently good choices.

Food markets [ edit ]

• 39.759321 -104.984544 1 The Denver Central Market , 2669 Larimer St . ( updated May 2022 )

Budget [ edit ]

Around the Union Station

• 39.7509 -104.9999 2 Illegal Pete's , 1530 16th St #101 , ☏ +1 303-623-2169 . A local favorite hangout with great, cheap burritos. Its patio is directly on the 16th St Mall, making it a great place to people watch. ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.75257 -105.000976 3 Zoe Ma Ma , 1625 Wynkoop St . Chinese street food ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.7463 -104.9957 4 Sam's No. 3 , 1500 Curtis St , ☏ +1 303-534-1927 . Just a block off the 16th Street Mall and across the street from the Denver Center of Performing Arts Complex, this family-owned restaurant has been feeding Denver and its visitors since 1927. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives for their Famous Kickin' Pork Green Chili, it's not a spot to be missed. ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.7501 -104.9976 5 Two-Fisted Mario's Pizza , 1626 Market St , ☏ +1 303-623-3523 . Temporarily closed as of May 2022. Two-Fisted Mario's has excellent East-coast style pizza on the cheap ($2 a slice, and it's a big slice), and is open until 3AM, so you can grab a pie after drinking microbrews into the wee hours of the morning.  
• 39.750117 -104.99961 6 D'Corazon Mexican Restaurant , 1530 Blake St Unit C . ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.748345 -105.000373 7 Wally's Wisconsin Tavern , 1417 Market St . Bar&grill ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.743727 -104.990139 8 Denver Döner , 480 16th St Mall . ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.743237 -104.988834 9 Bubu Republic , 303 16th St Mall #3 . ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.742757 -104.988899 10 Lazo Empanadas , 303 16th St Mall . ( updated May 2022 )

Around the Coors Field

• 39.754137 -104.991835 11 Ballpark Vienna Beef , 1312 21st St . Sandwiches ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.754184 -104.991131 12 Mexico City Lounge , 2115 Larimer St . ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.7531 -104.990463 13 Denver Ted's Cheesesteaks , 2020 Lawrence St Unit A . ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.752772 -104.991196 14 La Popular Food Company , 2033 Lawrence St . ( updated May 2022 )

Around the Museo de las Americas

• 39.7276 -104.9983 15 El Taco de Mexico , 714 Santa Fe Dr , ☏ +1 303-623-3926 . This small Mexican lunch-counter offers many delicious food choices for the adventurous palate. ( updated May 2022 )

Around the Molly Brown House Museum

• 39.73679 -104.97938 16 Bennie Blanco's , 616 E 13th Ave , ☏ +1 303-831-1346 . Bennie Blanco's is a classic hole-in-the-wall pizza joint, and in this case the phrase is literal. There's no seating, but big, New York-style slices fresh from the oven can be had for as little as $3.00 a slice.  

Around the University of Denver

• 39.6783 -104.9654 17 Jerusalem , 1890 E Evans Ave , ☏ +1 303-777-8828 . Open until 3AM, this small but excellent Middle Eastern restaurant offers great no-frills food in a laid-back and hip atmosphere. ( updated May 2022 )

Around the Cheesman Park

• 39.7398 -104.9636 18 Pete's Kitchen , 1962 E Colfax Ave , ☏ +1 303-321-3139 . This combination Greek restaurant and short-order diner is open 24 hours a day and has a great Greek salad and French toast. It's a favorite of local celebrities as well. ( updated May 2022 )

Around the Cherry Creek shopping mall

• 39.7196 -104.9563 19 Cherry Cricket , 2641 E 2nd Ave , ☏ +1 303-322-7666 . Once featured on the Travel Channel's Man vs. Food , the Cherry Cricket is known for having a massive variety of toppings to put on your burger, including such oddities as melted peanut butter, fried eggs, and cream cheese. ( updated May 2022 )

West Denver

• 39.7102 -105.0258 20 Far East Center , Federal Blvd ( between Alameda and Mississippi ). Several southeast Asian restaurants located in this area offer a wide variety of pho, noodle houses, upscale Vietnamese, dim sum and other Asian cuisines. Pho 95, Pho Duy, Super Star Asian and Saigon Bowl are a few of the places to try in this diverse and delicious culinary corridor. ( updated May 2022 )

Around the light rail station Alameda

• 39.7081 -104.9879 21 Blue Bonnet , 457 S Broadway , ☏ +1 303-778-0147 . A noisy bar featuring southwest/Tex-Mex in Denver. There is patio seating and two separate dining rooms that are a bit quieter than the main bar. Consistently rated a "Best of" in various local polls. ( updated May 2022 )
• 39.6964 -104.9915 22 Breakfast King , 1100 S Santa Fe Dr , ☏ +1 303-733-0795 . Temporarily closed as of May 2022. The Breakfast King is a late night staple of Denver, and one of the best greasy spoons. Open 24 hours and it's also walking distance from the Broadway light rail station.  

Mid-range [ edit ]

• 39.7618 -105.0194 23 Patzcuaro's Mexican Restaurant , 2616 W 32nd Ave , ☏ +1 303-455-4389 . This neighborhood favorite has the most amazing tacos and green chili.  
• 39.681637 -104.987232 24 Azucar Bakery , 1886 S Broadway , ☏ +1 720-283-3294 . 10AM-7PM . Café, dessert restaurant and bakery. Sit-down area with LavAzza coffee, fruit smoothies, pastries, Inca Kola, tarts, cookies, cupcakes, ice cream.  
• 39.746 -104.9814 25 D Bar Desserts , 494 E 19th Ave , ☏ +1 303-861-4710 . Dessert is the main course at d Bar, especially with celebrity chef Keegan Gerhard making the delectable desserts. The menu does includes savory items as well as Allegro Coffee to go with your sweets.  
• 39.7113 -105.0234 26 Empress Seafood , 2825 W Alameda Ave , ☏ +1 303-922-2822 . Empress has long been the queen of dim-sum and affordable yet flavorful seafood selections from all over Asia.  
• 39.7091 -104.988 27 Imperial Chinese , 431 S Broadway , ☏ +1 303-698-2800 . The Imperial is Denver's premier Chinese restaurant and has been since the 1990s. Dinner entrées range from $10-30, with all but the Peking Duck and various specials under $22 .  
• 39.7049 -105.0247 28 New Saigon , 630 S Federal Blvd , ☏ +1 303-936-4954 . Denver is home to a sizable Southeast Asian population that shows off its unique culinary talents at this great Vietnamese community institution.  
• 39.7266 -104.9845 29 Racine's , 650 Sherman St , ☏ +1 303-595-0418 . The restaurant for Denver's power brokers and proletarians with its simple yet elegant American menu and casual yet sophisticated decor. It has shut down recently however.  
• 39.7555 -104.989 30 Snooze , 2262 Larimer St , ☏ +1 303-297-0700 . M-F 6:30AM-2:30PM, Sa Su 7AM-2:30PM . Inventive, trendy (and really good ) breakfast is the show-stopper at the east edge of LoDo, and you can expect the place to get extremely crowded on weekends. The thick, rich hot chocolate is definitely worth ordering. $8-20 .  
• Euclid Hall , 1317 14th Street . Daily 11:30AM-2AM . Excellent food with great cocktail and a solid beer selection. ( updated Aug 2019 )
• Yak and Yeti Restaurant & Event Center : Tasty Indian restaurant with a large, varied buffet. They brew their own beer from Yak & Yeti Brewpub. Address: 9755 E Hampden Ave. Phone: (303) 751-9443.

Splurge [ edit ]

• 39.748 -104.9992 31 TAG , 1441 Larimer St , ☏ +1 303-996-9985 . Continental food, house-made tonic for drinks.  
• 39.7255 -104.9513 32 Barolo Grill , 3030 E 6th Ave , ☏ +1 303-393-1040 . Decadent Italian.  
• 39.7528 -104.9994 34 Venice Ristorante , 1700 Wynkoop St . Amazing, authentic Italian. Very expensive. Very romantic. Very good. Reservations highly recommended.  
• 39.7526 -104.996 35 Vesta Dipping Grill , 1822 Blake St , ☏ +1 303-296-1970 . Each menu item at this hip LoDo restaurant comes with your choice of three dipping sauces for a unique and interactive meal.  

Drink [ edit ]

Colorado produces more beer by volume than any other state and Denver ranks first for US cities. In fact, former Colorado governor (and former Denver mayor) John Hickenlooper was a microbrewer before running for office. Notable breweries in Denver and environs include:

• 39.7534 -104.99836 2 Wynkoop Brewing Company .  
• 39.70306 -104.93245 3 Bull & Bush .  
• 39.7126 -104.9987 4 Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey , 200 S Kalamath St ( 1/2 block north of Alameda, NE corner ), ☏ +1 303-296-7440 .  
• Rail's End Beer Company , 11625 Reed Ct. Unit B, Broomfield , ☏ +1 303-353-8121 . Food trucks frequent this location. Parking lot is limited, but there is plenty of street parking. ( updated May 2021 )
• Rock Bottom . A national chain of brewpubs, is based in Louisville (near Boulder ). The Louisville location is permanently closed. .  

The effects of alcohol are magnified at higher elevations, so people may find themselves inebriated more quickly and with greater effect than they would at lower altitudes. Moderation is probably a good idea until you understand your body's reaction to alcohol and can acclimatize to its effects at higher elevations.

That said, the following are some of the best bar-hopping locales in the city:

Bars in Lower Downtown (LoDo) [ edit ]

LoDo is the name Colorado locals have given the Lower Downtown district of Denver. It's a great place for meals, entertainment, and nightlife, where restored Victorian buildings now house more than 90 sports bars, brew pubs, jazz clubs, and restaurants.

• 39.7521 -104.9993 5 The Cruise Room , 1600 17th St , ☏ +1 303-825-1107 . 1930s Art Deco martini bar inside the Oxford Hotel. Best martinis in Denver! You can also order fresh seafood from McCormick's Fish House.  
• 39.7562 -105.0093 6 My Brother's Bar ( Brother's ), 2376 15th St , ☏ +1 303-455-9991 . 11AM-2AM daily . Brother's is the oldest still-operating bar in Denver, steeped in the history of the Beat movement; Jack Kerouac was a regular here during his years in Denver. Massive selection of premium choices and a fantastic single-malt scotch selection. Classical music plays, but don't expect to hear it on a really busy night. Good food, making this a great casual lunch option, including the JCB: a cheeseburger featuring Jalapeno Cream Cheese. There's no sign on the bar so don't look for one, but it's right on the southeast corner of 15th and Platte streets. This is where the locals go and regulars abound. Food: $4-10 .  
• 39.7486 -105.0003 7 Nallen's Irish Pub , 1429 Market St , ☏ +1 303-572-0667 . A little piece of the Old Country in Denver, Nallen's has great nightly drink specials and a Tuesday night pub quiz.  
• 39.7534 -104.9985 8 Wynkoop Brewery , 1634 18th St , ☏ +1 303-297-2700 . Fresh brews, billiard tables, and excellent food. Banquets and private parties. Historically significant architecture. mains $15-25 . ( updated Oct 2018 )

Bars in Capitol Hill [ edit ]

Capitol Hill is the neighborhood directly east and south of the Colorado State Capitol on Colfax Avenue and Grant Street. It has long been a place for young people, sub-cultures and the gay and lesbian community. It rivals LoDo as the place to party, no matter what your scene is.

• 39.7318 -104.9831 9 Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill , 980 Grant St , ☏ +1 303-860-1655 . Charlie Brown's in another Beat-era hangout located at a hotel where Ginsburg and the gang used to stay. Has great happy-hours, a mostly local crowd, good food, and an agile piano player belting out tunes while you drink.  
• 39.7351 -104.9857 10 The Church , 1160 Lincoln St , ☏ +1 303-832-2383 . Part of the "SoCo" (South of Colfax) club district, the Church is one of the most popular dance clubs in the city, and as its name suggests, is housed in a former Episcopalian church. That however, does not prevent hundreds if not thousands of people from descending on the dance floor every night to shake what God has given them.  
• 39.7367 -104.9845 11 City O City , 206 E 13th Ave . You will find a changing handful of unusual brews on tap. Grab a blueberry muffin or the vegan buffalo wings (which are excellent - and you can eat them without having to worry about a bone!) and people watch.  
• 39.7338 -104.97567 12 Park Tavern , 931 E 11th Ave , ☏ +1 303-832-7667 . Tavern food and drink ( updated Feb 2018 )

Bars on Colfax [ edit ]

Colfax Avenue , described by Playboy Magazine as the "longest, wickedest, street in America," stretches 26 miles through Denver and its suburbs. Colfax has long had a "gritty" reputation for being home to prostitution and drug peddlers. However, through much urban development work, Colfax has shed its past and emerged hipper, cleaner and more popular than ever. The many bars, restaurants and nightspots along the street give it a 24/7 ambience.

• 39.7399 -104.9487 13 Mezcal , 3230 E Colfax Ave , ☏ +1 303-322-5219 . Mezcal is a hip Mexican-themed bar/restaurant serving excellent and cheap Mexican food along with its plentiful selection of great drinks, particularly tequilas.  
• 39.7398 -104.9657 14 Squire Lounge , 1800 E Colfax Ave , ☏ +1 303-333-9106 . M-F noon-2PM, Sa noon-late . This is a serious dive bar, complete with nasty bathrooms, unkempt floors, characters, a couple pool tables, and a jukebox. And cheap late night drinks accompanied by some seriously plastered clientèle. Clearly not for everyone, but it has its place. If you are up for a real wild ride, order The Beaver , a huge pitcher of impromptu God-only-knows-what, usually less than $10.  

Bars elsewhere in Denver [ edit ]

• 39.7202 -104.8965 15 Lowry Beer Garden , 7577 East Academy Blvd , ☏ +1 303-366-0114 . Summer hours: 11AM-midnight . In the Lowry neighborhood, this beer garden is in between two of the old airplane hangars that made up Lowry Air Force Base. The Garden offers a thoughtful draft and bottled beer selection with a focus on Colorado and handcrafted brews. The Lowry Beer Garden also serves up your favorite casual fare with locally-made gourmet brats & sausages, freshly-baked pretzels, house-ground burgers, hand-cut fries and chef-created salads.  

Coffee [ edit ]

• 39.7255 -104.979 16 Pablo's Coffee , 630 E 6th Ave, 80203 , ☏ +1 303-744-3323 . Also location at 1300 Pennsylvania St (NE corner 13th Ave and Penn). Fresh roasted coffee roasted in the store, excellent barristas and a nice patio, no wi-fi so the number of student "campers" is a minimum, a great place for people looking for a great cup of coffee.  
• 39.7403 -104.94947 17 Hooked on Colfax , 3213 E Colfax . A few blocks south of City Park. Wifi-friendly coffeeshop with great local coffee offerings, as well as a small selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. Offers delicious home-baked pastries and quiches, with gluten-free and vegan options.  
• 39.7434 -104.9629 18 St. Mark's , 2019 E 17th Ave ( 20 blocks east of Broadway ). Quintessential coffeehouse ambience. House made pastries. Lovely neighborhood block with a nice collection of restaurants.  
• 39.7463 -104.9809 19 Fluid ( 19th and Pennsylvania ). Modern. Gourmets: order an artisan coffee made with the Clover machine. Light pre-packaged eats available. Wifi/Laptop friendly.  
• 39.73061 -104.97276 20 Dazbog ( 9th and Downing ). Formerly Diedrich's. Lovely tree lined street. Nice selection of pastries and light bites. Wifi/laptop friendly. Multiple locations around the city.  
• 39.77672 -105.01305 21 Common Grounds Downtown , 2139 W 44th Ave . An old mainstay in Denver. Moved to the Highlands.  
• 39.75899 -105.00876 22 Metropolis . 11th and Cherokee and 17th and Champa. Modern. Wifi/Laptop friendly.  
• 39.68961 -104.98026 23 Stella's Coffeehaus , 1476 S Pearl St , ☏ +1 303-777-1031 . Large wifi-friendly coffeeshop with a warm, open feel. Popular among students studying during the day, louder and livelier at night.  
• 39.71217 -104.98733 24 Bardo , 228 S Broadway . Great laid-back atmosphere, vintage couches in back, tables in front, booths in the middle. Serves locally-roasted coffee, pastries and teas. Good study spot, or just to meet with friends. Wifi-equipped.  
• 39.7313 -104.98635 25 Drip , 955 Lincoln St . #G. Upscale atmosphere with friendly staff and reasonable prices. Serving locally-roasted coffee, teas, sandwiches and pastries. Good spot for studying, business meetings, or just to meet with friends. Wifi-equipped, and there's a loft upstairs.  

Nightclubs [ edit ]

Denver is the heart of Colorado's nightlife. For a city its size, Denver does not disappoint.

• 39.7951 -104.9867 26 Grizzly Rose , 5450 North Valley Highway . A must for a true western experience. The Grizzly Rose is a huge saloon with line-dancing, live music, and even a mechanical bull. A popular draw for people living outside the city.  
• 39.73975 -104.97624 27 Charlie's , 900 E Colfax Ave , ☏ +1 303-839-8890 . Charlie's is simultaneously a gay bar and cultural landmark catering to the old west spirit and/or disco diva in all of us. Charlie's has a friendly clientele, a mix of country, pop, and dance music, and inexpensive drinks.  
• 39.76761 -104.97504 28 Tracks , 3500 Walnut St . Denver's main gay nightclub, Tracks is big, friendly, and very fun. Go there Thursday for 18+ nights, or check out the monthly lesbian party First Fridays. Once a month (usually 3rd Friday) they have a themed Rollerskating event. Skates run out fast, bring your own if you can. ( updated Jul 2018 )

Sleep [ edit ]

• 39.7341 -104.9871 1 11th Avenue Hostel , 1112 N. Broadway ( at 11th Ave ), ☏ +1 303-894-0529 , [email protected] . Check-in: 2PM , check-out: 11AM . Dorms $30-34, private rooms from $54 . ( updated Feb 2019 )
• 39.7554 -105.0163 2 Ramada Denver Midtown , 2601 Zuni St ( across I-25 from downtown ), ☏ +1 303-433-6677 , fax : +1 303-455-1530 .  
• 39.752701 -104.991886 3 Hostel Fish , 1217 20th St , ☏ +1 303-954-0962 , [email protected] . Upscale hostel that opened in July 2015 in a historic building in downtown Denver that occupies top 2 floors of the building and a restaurant and bar on the ground floor of the historic building. The 2 story hostel has 67 dorm beds and 2 private rooms available with free continental breakfast, free wi-fi, guest lounge, bar and kitchen. $45-48 dorms, $150-200 private rooms . ( updated Jul 2015 )
• 39.7756 -104.9024 4 Courtyard Denver Stapleton , 7415 E 41st Ave , ☏ +1 303-333-3303 , fax : +1 303-399-7356 . Between the airport and downtown Denver. 24-hour market on-site.  
• 39.7422 -104.992 5 Sonesta Denver Downtown , 1450 Glenarm Pl , ☏ +1 303-573-1450 . Rooms are reasonably spacious and have free broadband internet access and a desk. Breakfast is modestly priced and modest in style. The lobby is typical Holiday Inn. Given the size of the hotel, reception and concierge staff numbers are small but there still seem to be no queues for their services. Stay high in a room on the Glenarm St. side if you want a mountain view. Airport shuttles ($21 to international) serve the hotel. ( updated Feb 2021 )
• 39.6543 -104.9031 6 Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Tech Center North , 7525 East Hampden Ave , ☏ +1 303-696-6644 . Near Denver Tech, hotel offers complimentary hot cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly Manager's Reception featuring complimentary cocktails and appetizers. from $127 .  
• 39.7416 -104.989 8 Sheraton Denver Downtown , 1550 Court Pl , toll-free: +1-866-716-8134 . On the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall in downtown, 3 1/2 blocks from the Denver Convention Center.  
• 39.7473 -105.0042 9 SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown , 1190 Auraria Parkway , ☏ +1 303-705-7300 , toll-free: +1-877-249-9279 . Check-in: 3PM , check-out: noon . Across from the Ball Arena in LoDo.  
• 39.62361 -104.89205 10 Hyatt Place Denver Tech Center , 8300 East Crescent Parkway , ☏ +1 303-804-0700 . ( updated Sep 2017 )
• 39.7471 -104.9904 12 Hilton Denver City Center , 1701 California St , ☏ +1 303-297-1300 . A beautiful hotel in downtown Denver offering panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and the city skyline. ( updated Jan 2022 )
• 39.7442 -104.9948 13 Embassy Suites Downtown , 1420 Stout St . An all-suite, full service hotel.  
• 39.7427 -104.9932 15 Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown , 1400 Welton St , ☏ +1 303-603-8000 . Onsite restaurant, fitness center and complimentary high-speed Internet access.  
• 39.7522 -104.9991 17 The Oxford Hotel , 1600 17th St , ☏ +1 303-628-5400 . The historic hotel provides a romantic retreat located in the midst of Denver’s lively LoDo district.  
• 39.7488 -104.9955 18 The Westin Denver Downtown , 1672 Lawrence St , ☏ +1 303-572-9100 , toll-free: +1-866-716-8137 . Check-in: 4PM , check-out: 11AM . Four-diamond hotel in downtown Denver.  

Stay safe [ edit ]

Denver is quite safe for a city its size. Use common sense when traveling, particularly in downtown and some of the other inner-city neighborhoods. Denver does have a visible population of people experiencing homelessness, but the city has strict laws about accosting for money. In general, panhandlers don't harm anyone. Downtown has a fairly active 24/7 population, especially in LoDo, so it's generally safe.

Still, it may be a good idea not to travel alone at night in some of the neighborhoods surrounding downtown. Although the inner-city neighborhoods are not as bad as those in some other cities, they have higher rates of crime than the rest of the city. The rest of Denver is safe, though.

Emergencies [ edit ]

Like the rest of the United States, the emergency number in Denver is 911 . This will connect you to the local emergency services (police, medical, and fire). If you need to report a crime to the police, such as a burglary (not in progress), minor assault (no injuries and not in progress), car theft, etc. Dial ☏ +1 720-913-2000 and request for police assistance.

The Denver Police is the main police force for the Denver Metro area. Most police officers are polite and trustworthy individuals, so if you need assistance, approaching a police officer is a good idea.

Altitude sickness [ edit ]

Altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness is an ailment that potentially anyone can have when they visit areas with higher altitudes than they are used to, due to decreases in barometric pressure (though not oxygen content). Denver is called the Mile High City for a reason—at an altitude of a mile above sea level, one can start to experience some of the effects of altitude sickness, though this condition generally becomes more pronounced at elevations around 8000 ft (2500 m) and above. Some normal changes may occur when people travel to higher altitudes that are not altitude sickness. These include the following:

• Hyperventilation (breathing faster and/or deeper than normal)
• Shortness of breath after exertion
• Changes in nightly breathing
• Awaking at night
• Increased urination

The above are generally nothing to worry about, though problems with breathing may be helped by a drug called acetazolamide. If you think you may have problems, get advice from your doctor before traveling to Denver.

Some people get Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), which can be serious, at the higher elevations you will experience if you are touring through the Rocky Mountains. A diagnosis of AMS is usually given if a person has a headache accompanied by one of more of the following symptoms:

• Loss of appetite, vomiting and/or nausea
• Fatigue or weakness
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Insomnia, difficulty sleeping

Some people liken AMS to a bad hangover or worse. It occurs because your brain tissue swells at higher elevations than it is used to. If you are feeling unwell at high altitudes, assume that you are suffering from AMS unless there is another logical explanation that would be accompanied by other symptoms (food poisoning or a viral infection).

To avoid AMS, try to get to a lower elevation until your symptoms subside, drink lots of fluid to avoid dehydration, and avoid traveling at high rates of ascent. If the symptoms continue or worsen, travel to a lower altitude. AMS can turn into High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), a potentially fatal condition where the brain swells so much that it ceases to function properly. Symptoms of HACE include confusion, inability to think clearly, lethargy, ataxia (walking staggerdly, as if one was drunk), and changes in behavior. The person may not recognize having HACE, but if you any of you experiences any of these symptoms (especially ataxia), immediately make sure the person is taken to lower elevations for medical treatment.

Another very serious condition, called High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) causes fluid in the lungs. If someone suffers chest tightness, congestion, gurgling breaths, blue or gray fingers or lips, cough producing frothy or pink liquid, and difficulty breathing even at rest, they should be taken to a lower elevation and receive medical treatment immediately.

Although not particularly common, keep in mind that these illnesses are possible and that anyone is susceptible to them, even if you have traveled to high elevations before.

Another medical concern at higher elevations, particularly those in Colorado and Denver, is sunburn and skin cancer . The higher elevation means that there is less atmosphere protecting the skin from harmful solar radiation. This is especially true in Colorado, with both dry air that saps the skin of protective moisture and with the beautifully sunny days we have in the state.

Colorado has the highest rate of skin cancer in the country, so it is always a good idea to wear a lot of high SPF sun-screen, hats, long sleeve shirts and pants. Don't think that you are protected from the sun in the winter either. The sun's rays can actually be reflected by the snow on the ground, still causing skin damage, so when in Colorado, do as the locals do, and wear sunscreen on any exposed skin surface at any time of the year.

Connect [ edit ]

Wireless internet [ edit ].

• Cherry Creek North . Entire area has free WiFi provided by the Cherry Creek North Business District.  
• Peaberry Coffee . Multiple locations. Free WiFi, but you have to ask the barrista for username and password.  
• Panera Bread , multiple locations . Free Wifi at most if not all locations.  
• Starbucks , many locations . free wifi at participating places ( updated Jun 2015 )

Consulates [ edit ]

Go next [ edit ], near denver [ edit ].

• Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre lies 15 miles (24 km) and 25 minutes by car west of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The Coors Brewery in Golden lies 15 miles (24 km) and 25 minutes by car west of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The Pearl Street Mall in Boulder lies 29 miles (47 km) and 40 minutes by car northwest of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The historic mining towns and casinos of Blackhawk and Central City lie 38 miles (61 km) and 50 minutes by car west of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The United States Air Force Academy lies 61 miles (98 km) and 65 minutes by car south of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The 11,992-foot (3,655 m) Loveland Pass on the Continental Divide of the Americas lies 60 miles (97 km) and 70 minutes by car west of the Colorado State Capitol.
• Colorado Springs lies 80 miles (130 km) and 80 minutes by car south of the Colorado State Capitol.
• Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park lie 65 miles (105 km) and 90 minutes by car north of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The 14,271-foot (4,350 m) summit of Mount Blue Sky lies 60 miles (97 km) and 1:45 by car southwest of the Colorado State Capitol.
• The 14,115-foot (4,302.31 m) summit of Pikes Peak lies 100 miles (160 km) and 2:10 by car south of the Colorado State Capitol.

Mountains [ edit ]

• For skiers and snowboarders, winter is the best time to visit Denver. Hordes of people fly into Denver International Airport each season on their way up to the ski capitals of Summit and Eagle counties, including Vail , Beaver Creek , Copper Mountain , Keystone , Loveland Basin , Arapahoe Basin , and Breckenridge , Winter Park ; a little further away are Steamboat , and Aspen . You can find information on resort shuttles at the desks in DIA's main terminal.
• There are many ski resorts about 1½–2 hours west of Denver along I-70, but weekend traffic to them can be very slow, especially in inclement weather. Steer clear of the crowds by skiing during the week or planning your trip outside the busy season (Thanksgiving to New Year's). There are also plenty of mountain trails for snowshoers and cross-country skiers, which are generally free. You can also take the RTD Ski-n-Ride service from Boulder to Eldora Ski Resort west of Boulder , which is the only resort with scheduled bus service. Winter Park (Colorado) receives train service with the Winter Park Express operated by Amtrak. Departures are once every Saturday and Sunday from January to March at 7AM with the return trip departing Winter Park at 4:30PM.

More Colorado destinations [ edit ]

• See the National Parks of Colorado .
• Winery tours - Visit a Front Range or mountain winery, or the vineyards in Colorado's Wine Country . Various Wine Trails have been organized by the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board, a promotional entity funded by the state. The Wine Trails can be driven or biked.

Neighboring states and beyond [ edit ]

• Yellowstone National Park is approximately a 10 hour drive along I-25, I-90, and US-191.
• The Badlands , Mt. Rushmore, and the Black Hills are about a 9-hour drive north on I-25.
• The Four Corners Monument is about an 8-hour drive down US 285 and US 160.
• More popular ski resorts are in Taos , Grand Teton , Park City , and even Lake Tahoe .
• More national parks are in Utah , New Mexico , and Arizona .

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 Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Denver is a city brimming with life. With 300 annual days of sunshine, the Mile High City is a year-round destination that seamlessly blends a rich Western heritage and passion for the outdoors with urban excitement. Downtown Denver is home to an array of chef-owned restaurants, brewpubs, professional sports, shops, and family-friendly attractions. Additionally, Denver serves as the premier gateway to the most breathtaking national parks in the Western USA, including Mesa Verde, one of Colorado's four national parks, as well as Wyoming's Yellowstone and Utah's Canyonlands.

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General opening hours for shops are 10 am to 9 pm Monday to Saturday, and noon to 6pm on Sundays.

Metro area: 2.93 million (2023)

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In the wake of the California Gold Rush, prospectors hoped to strike their own reserve of wealth and riches in the streams of the Rocky Mountains and the South Platte River. Today, citizens of Denver have riches worth far more than precious metal. They have a prosperous city inlaid in the horizons of prairie fields and the mighty Rockies mountainside. As a part of America’s pioneering history, Denver is riddled with historical elements. The Colorado Railroad Museum showcases the city’s tenacity in constructing an entirely citizen-built rail system, which connected Denver to the transcontinental railroad. Remnants of the Wild West can be found in areas like the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, allowing visitors to step into the Old Western lifestyle. Other landmarks of esteem include the world’s largest single producer of coins, the Denver Mint. Denver is a city that generously caters to its citizens, boasting an array of parks, trails, gardens, museums, and districts that suit their diverse interests. Additionally, the Mile High City knows how to entertain its inhabitants and visitors alike, as evidenced by its status as the largest beer brewer in the United States.

Mile High Holidays (November-January)

National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (January)

Denver Restaurant Week (March)

Denver Day of Rock (May)

PrideFest (June)

Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July)

Denver 4th of July Weekend

Denver Labor Day Weekend (September)

Denver Beer Week (September)

Denver Arts Week (November)

As a city crafted among the natural wonders of the Rocky Mountains and High Plains, much of Denver’s appeal resides in exploring its ethereal beauty. It possesses a rich cultural and geographical history, both of which are created via Denver's plethora of museums and natural trails. Denver offers attractions for all ages: the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, with its dinosaur exhibits, Space Odyssey, a digital planetarium, and IMAX theater; the Denver Performing Arts Complex, home to 10 venues offering theater, opera, symphony, ballet, and Broadway touring shows; History Colorado Center, telling the stories of the past through people and places; Denver Botanic Gardens, a lush oasis in the middle of the city; the Denver Art Museum, with its acclaimed American Indian and Western art collections; and the Clyfford Still Museum, showcasing the work of this American abstract expressionist.

Mount Evans

Cherry Creek Bike Trail

Lower Downtown Denver

Denver Botanic Gardens

Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Empower Field at Mile High

Molly Brown House Museum

Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Denver Art Museum (DAM)

Washington Park

Stranahan's Whiskey Distillery

Clyfford Still Museum

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Colorado State Capitol

Forney Museum of Transportation

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

Rocky Mountain Adventures

Coors Field

Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

The city’s farm-to-table epicenter, Larimer Square buzzes with outdoor dining and a twinkling canopy of lights. Denver Union Station — the city's elegant transit hub — is a foodie destination as well. The historic building houses many restaurants and bars, including Mercantile Dining & Provision, a unique restaurant-market combination.

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

Mercantile Dining & Provision

Wynkoop Brewing Company

Ophelia's Electric Soapbox

The Wolf's Tailor

ChopHouse & Brewery Denver

Denver Central Market

Avanti Food & Beverage

5280 Burger Bar

Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs

One simply cannot find a better setting for enjoying a good cup of coffee than Denver’s many mountainside cafés. Some solely specialize in serving breakfast, so rest assured that breakfast is taken seriously at such establishments. The usuals, such as coffee and tea, are something that you can, of course, expect to find in any single one of them.

Huckleberry Roasters

Crema Bodega

Lucile's Creole Café

Pigtrain Coffee

Cuba Cuba Sandwicheria

Stella's Coffee Haus

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Bars & Nightlife

Denver is a city rife with the expectation of having a good time. Its vibrant nightlife scene lives up to the unspoken promise, especially in the South of Colfax nightlife district and the bustling clubs and bars of Larimer Square. Denver has an eclectic, even sultry mix of venues for your post-sunset adventures. With more breweries in the Denver Metropolitan area than in any other city in the USA, the beer culture is thriving, innovative, and laid-back. Microbreweries take advantage of Colorado's pure mountain water to produce over 200 different beers every day. Whether you're in the mood for jazz lounges or sports bars, Denver's mountainous nightlife scene is sure to delight you.

Lannie's Clocktower Cabaret

The Grizzly Rose

Great Divide Brewery

Cruise Room

Blue Moon Brewing Company

Denver Beer Co

Cooper Lounge

Ratio Beerworks

Bluebird Theater

The backdrop of stupendous mountain ranges only adds to the well-maintained and well-equipped shopping centers and districts of Denver. Many are incredibly walker- and biker-friendly, making the shopping experience not only a happy one but a healthy one as well. Try the high-end Cherry Creek Shopping District, with both indoor and outdoor options, and the 16th Street Mall, where you’ll find all of your favorite American brands. If a unique, local shopping experience is your thing, then check out the boutique shops at Larimer Square right in the heart of downtown Denver. You’ll find a range of high-quality and distinctive local designers offering clothing, accessories, jewelry, wine, chocolate, home goods, and salon and spa services.

16th Street Mall

Cherry Creek Shopping Center

Denver Pavilions

Cherry Creek North

Rockmount Ranch Wear

Tattered Cover (Union Station)

Denver Premium Outlets

The Shops at Northfield

Park Meadows Mall

Colorado Mills

Flatiron Crossing

Art District on Santa Fe

Twist & Shout Records

Roberta's Chocolates

Bass Pro Shops

Regal Vintage

The Truffle Cheese Shop

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Passport / Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.

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Denver International Airport (DEN)

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the primary airport servicing the Denver area, located 24.4 miles (39.9 kilometers) northeast of downtown Denver. Ground transportation is available from the level 5 Jeppesen Terminal. SkyRide is a convenient and affordable bus service to and from Denver International Airport. Catch frequent SkyRide buses throughout the RTD service area at bus stops and at many Park-n-Rides. Buses run every day at 15-minute intervals, tickets may be purchased at RTD counters. Other available transportation includes taxi services, rental car companies, hotel shuttles, public buses, commuter shuttles, luxury limousines, mountain carriers, and charter buses.

Address: Denver International Airport, Denver

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 303 342 2000

Website: www.flydenver.com

Best Time to Visit

Denver sits conveniently en route to the slopes of the Rocky Mountains, which makes it a must-visit for those making their way there during the winter. There is a multitude of events going on around Christmas time, which is an added incentive. For city exploration, the summers are best, with warm, yet not uncomfortably hot temperatures.

Public Transport

In Denver, the Regional Transportation District (RTD) is responsible for managing public transportation. With over 170 bus routes, 12 rail lines, and a range of specialty services, RTD provides convenient and reliable transportation options for getting around the city. If you're planning to use public transportation throughout the day, consider purchasing a daily RTD pass. These passes can be bought online or at various RTD retail outlets.

Website: www.rtd-denver.com

The following cab company serves the Denver area: Denver Taxi Cab +1 303 335 9996 Ride-sharing apps, such as Uber and Lyft, are also commonly used.

Post offices and mailboxes can be found all around the city. Some addresses are: 450 West 14th Avenue, Denver 1541 North Marion Street, Denver 2620 East 12th Avenue, Denver 3700 Tennyson Street, Denver

Phone: +1 800 275 8777

Denver has a plentiful supply of retail stores, including but not limited to Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Target, and several independent chain stores.

Country code: +1 Area codes in Denver: 303 and 720

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Visiting the Denver Mint

Learn the rich history of the United States Mint and how we produce billions of coins each year for the American public with a free, guided tour of the Denver facility.

While in Denver, be sure to visit the Mint’s Gift Shop. The Gift Shop is open to the public and offers a great selection of coins and one-of-a-kind souvenirs.

Watch this video for a virtual tour of the U.S. Mint in Denver.

Tour Tickets

Tour tickets are available from the Tour Information Window on Cherokee Street between Colfax Avenue and West 14th Avenue. It opens at 7 a.m. on Monday through Thursday (excluding observed federal holidays), and will remain open until all tickets have been distributed.

Tickets are for same-day tours only; no advance tickets are available. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to 5 per person. All visitors must be 7 years and older.

We recommend arriving at the ticket window as early as possible for your best opportunity to obtain tickets, as they run out quickly. Peak season is Memorial Day through Labor Day, but the tours are very popular year round.

The Denver Mint offers up to 6 tours a day with a maximum of 50 people on each tour. Tours are offered Monday through Thursday (excluding observed federal holidays) at 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. They last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

There may be days that tours are not available, and tours may be canceled without prior notice. Please be aware that coin production schedules vary. Coins may not be in production during your tour. For more information, contact us at 303-405-4761.

Tours will be closed on the following days:

• May 1, 2024 (3 p.m. tour not available)
• May 2, 2024 (10:30 a.m. tour not available)
• May 7, 2024 (9 a.m. tour not available)
• May 8, 2024 (12 p.m. and 3 p.m. tours not available)
• May 27, 2024
• June 19, 2024
• July 4, 2024
• July 8, 2024
• August 19 through September 2, 2024
• September 11, 2024 (7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. tours not available)
• October 14, 2024
• November 11, 2024
• November 28, 2024
• December 25 through December 26, 2024

Request a Group Tour

Group tours for the Spring 2024 season are full. To request a group tour (15-50 visitors) for the rest 2024, download the group tour request form (PDF) and email it to [email protected] . We will notify you only if we are able to accommodate your request. We do not offer group tours during peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day).

Tour Visitors Policy

All visitors must be at the tour entrance located on Cherokee Street at their scheduled tour time. Late arrivals will not be admitted. Visitors must present a ticket to gain entry. Lost tickets cannot be replaced and are non-transferable.

Tours are subject to cancellation, possibly with little or no notice, when circumstances warrant building closure or other cancellation at the United States Mint’s sole discretion. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding.

There is an extensive list of prohibited items, including all purses and bags. The Mint does NOT provide lockers or storage for any items. All visitors are subject to a security screening, including metal detection and X-ray examination of hand-carried items. The United States Mint reserves the right to deny access to anyone at any time.

Permitted items:

• A palm-sized wallet that fits in your pocket
• Powered off cameras/cell phones. Photography is prohibited while on the tour
• Umbrellas, walkers, wheelchairs
• Empty water bottles
• Medical items necessary for the safety and well-being of the visitor

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

• Handbags, purses, fanny packs, tote bags, backpacks, packages, and bags
• Food and drinks
• Lighters and matches
• Weapons, including pocket knives and personal protective devices such as pepper spray

Special Requirements

The Mint facility is wheelchair accessible and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

If you require a sign language interpreter, contact us at least ten days in advance by email  [email protected] , or call us at 303-405-4761.

The Gift Shop is open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The entrance is on Cherokee Street, between West Colfax Avenue and West 14th Avenue.

Sales Information: 303-572-9500

Tour Location and Parking

United States Mint – Denver Mint 320 West Colfax Avenue Denver, Colorado 80204-2693 Tour information: 303-405-4761

The Mint does not provide parking, but there are meters and pay lots within a few blocks. Please allow yourself additional time for parking. No curbside drop-offs or pickups are allowed around the Mint facility.

Directions From I-25

From I-25 North

• Exit at 210A for US-40/US-287/Colfax Avenue
• Turn Right onto W. Colfax Avenue (I-70-BL E) towards the gold dome of the State Capitol
• The United States Mint is approximately 1.2 miles on W Colfax Avenue on the right between Delaware and Cherokee Streets

From I-25 South

• Turn Left onto W. Colfax Avenue (I-70-BL E) towards the gold dome of the State Capitol

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Willkommen in Denver!

Denver im US-Bundesstaat Colorado ist eine Stadt für Outdoor-Begeisterte, die das ganze Jahr über urbane Abenteuer bietet. Die prachtvollen Rocky Mountains, 300 Sonnentage im Jahr und strahlend blauer Himmel laden Besucher zu Entdeckungsreisen in der freien Natur ein. 

Lesen Sie die 10 besten Gründe für einen Besuch in Denver und klicken Sie auf die Links unten, um weitere Informationen über Denver in englischer Sprache zu erhalten. 

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Die Innenstadt ist leicht zu erreichen dank einer Schnellbahn, die direkt vom Denver International Airport (DEN) zur Denver Union Station fährt. Dieses historische Wahrzeichen ist eine Verkehrsdrehscheibe mit einem schicken Boutique-Hotel, Restaurants, Bars und Einzelhandelsgeschäften. Die Innenstadt lässt sich bequem zu Fuß oder mit einem Fahrrad erkunden. Die 16 th Street Mall  – eine 1 Meile lange Fußgängerzone mit Straßencafés und Geschäften – lädt zum Bummeln ein. Mit kostenlosen Shuttle-Bussen, die im Minutentakt an jeder Straßenecke anhalten, lassen sich die Hotels, Restaurants, Bars und andere Attraktionen in der Innenstadt schnell erreichen.  

Insider-Tipp! Sehen Sie sich das 3-Tages-Programm für Denver an, das Vorschläge zu beliebten Attraktionen, Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Tagesausflügen rund um die Rocky Mountains enthält. 

Lokale Gaumenfreuden

Denvers „Farm-to-Table“ Restaurantszene mit ihren frischen regionalen Produkten floriert besonders in Stadtteilen wie dem Larimer Square mit seinen Boutiquen, Weinbars und Restaurants oder in der historischen Denver Union Station , die zu einem Hotspot für innovative Küche und klassische Eleganz geworden ist. Der Bahnhof ist eine ideale Anlaufstelle für Besucher, die hier ein Burrito-Frühstück im Snooze, ein Bier in der Terminal Bar, lokale Küche in einem der einzigartigen Restaurants oder einen frisch zubereiteten Cocktail in der Cooper Lounge genießen können.

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Kunst und Kultur

Freunde von Kunst und Kultur finden im Stadtzentrum von Denver eine lebendige Kunst- und Kulturszene mit fünf Museen, darunter: das Denver Art Museum mit seiner Sammlung an indianischer und Westernkunst, das Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA Denver), das Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art , das Clyfford Still Museum und das History Colorado Center .

Insider-Tipp! Machen Sie ein Foto mit der 12 m hohen Skulptur des blauen Bären von Denver, der von Lawrence Argent entworfen wurde. Der Bär, der einen Blick in das Colorado Convention Center wirft, trägt offiziell den Titel „I See What You Mean™“.

Spaß für die ganze Familie

Denver hält zahlreiche Familienattraktionen für Jung und Alt bereit, von den Elefanten und Löwen im Denver Zoo bis hin zu den Haien und Stachelrochen im Downtown Aquarium . Der Botanische Garten von Denver ist eine urbane Oase inmitten der Stadt, und das Denver Museum of Nature & Science bietet ein großes Programm für jedes Interesse, von Dinosaurier-Ausstellungen über ein digitales Planetarium bis hin zu einem IMAX-Kino.

Insider-Tipp! Mit dem Mile High Culture Pass und dem Denver CityPASS können Sie die besten Attraktionen der Stadt zu ermäßigten Preisen genießen. Erfahren Sie mehr unter DenverAttractionPass.com oder besuchen Sie das Tourist Information Center (1575 California St).

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Entdecken Sie die lokalen Kunstgalerien und Geschäfte in den kreativen Künstlervierteln Art District on Santa Fe , Highlands und RiNo (River North) Art District . Sie locken Besucher mit einzigartigen Bars, Restaurants, Kneipen und Clubs mit Live-Musik wie Nocturne und The Mission Ballroom , urbanen Gastro-Betrieben wie Denver Central Market und The Source Hotel & Market Hall sowie Wandmalereien an fast jeder Ecke.

Denver Beer Trail

Denvers heimische Bierszene floriert. Der Denver Beer Trail bietet einen Rundgang durch einige der 150 einzigartigen Brauereien mit heimischen Bieren, von denen sich viele in der fußgängerfreundlichen Innenstadt befinden.

Insider-Tipp! Holen Sie sich die Broschüre Denver Beer Trail , fragen Sie nach Experten-Tipps oder buchen Sie eine Führung im Tourist Information Center (1575 California St).

Shopping in der Mile High City

Denver ist das Shopping -Paradies der als Rocky Mountain West bekannten Region! Das Stadtzentrum bietet eine Vielzahl von Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, darunter Denver Pavilions , Larimer Square oder Rockmount Ranch Wear , dem berühmten Hersteller der amerikanischen Cowboyhemden mit Druckknöpfen. Denvers führendes Einkaufsviertel Cherry Creek ist nur wenige Minuten von der Innenstadt entfernt. Das Cherry Creek Shopping Center ist eine Luxusmall mit mehr als 160 Restaurants und Shops, darunter Macy's, Nordstrom, Abercrombie & Fitch, Levi’s und Apple. Auf der anderen Seite der 1 st Avenue liegt das Viertel Cherry Creek North mit seinen reizvollen, baumgesäumten Straßen. Hier finden Besucher eine Vielzahl von Galerien, Boutiquen, Restaurants, Hotels und vieles mehr. Die Denver Premium Outlets sind die führende Outlet-Shopping-Attraktion im Umkreis und nur 20 Minuten von der Innenstadt entfernt.

Insider-Tipp! Laden Sie Ihr eigenes Gutscheinheft „ Passport to Shopping “ herunter, um Rabatte für über 60 Geschäfte im Cherry Creek Shopping Center zu erhalten.

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Mit seinen sieben professionellen Sportmannschaften und sechs Sportstadien, in denen Besucher auch einen Blick hinter die Kulissen werfen können, gilt Denver als Sports Town U.S.A. Zu den bekanntesten Teams von Denver gehören der Super Bowl 50-Champion Denver Broncos (Foot­ball), die Denver Nuggets (Basketball), die Colorado Rockies (Baseball), Colorado Avalanche (Hockey), Colorado Rapids (Fußball) und die  Colorado Mammoth (Hallen-Lacrosse).

Insider-Tipp! In der Mile High City ist immer etwas los –  von professionellen Sportveranstaltungen über Blockbuster-Konzerte bis hin zu Kunstausstellungen. Werfen Sie einfach einen Blick auf den Veranstaltungskalender von Denver .

Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre

Das nur 30 Fahrminuten von Denver entfernte Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre ist ein einzigartiger Austragungsort für Open-Air-Konzerte, der von gigantischen, alten Felsformationen umgeben ist. Tagsüber ist Red Rocks ein kostenloser Stadtpark mit leichten Spazier- und Wanderwegen sowie einem Besucherzentrum mit einer spannenden Performers' Hall of Fame. Besichtigen Sie das Buffalo Bill’s Museum & Grave und die Coors Brewery in der nahe gelegenen Stadt Golden .

Tagesausflüge in die Rocky Mountains

Die Mile High City ist das Gateway zu den westlichen Rocky Mountains mit den besten Skigebieten und legendären Nationalparks. Denver hält unzählige Outdoor-Abenteuer bereit, die Sie in nur ein bis zwei Stunden erreichen – von Wanderungen, Tieren und atemberaubender Landschaft im Rocky Mountain National Park über Rafting im Clear Creek Canyon bis hin zum Skilaufen oder Golf in den berühmtesten Bergkurorten der Welt wie Vail und Breckenridge.

Insider-Tipp!   Buchen Sie einen geführten Ausflug in das spektakuläre Umland von Denver, wie z. B. zum Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre oder Rocky Mountain National Park, oder genießen Sie ein unvergessliches Erlebnis in den Bergen bei einer Radtour, Wanderung, Raftingtour oder beim Reiten.