Things to Do in Denver
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Denver, USA — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
LoDo (Lower Downtown) + Union Station
Historic 1881 Union Station (lobby is free) + LoDo brewery district. Wynkoop Brewing (1988 first craft brewpub) + Great Divide Brewing.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre (free to visit)
World-famous outdoor concert venue carved into red sandstone. Free entry to amphitheatre when no concerts. 30 min west of Denver. Hike at sunrise.
Denver Botanic Gardens + City Park
Botanic Gardens (USD 19) features Japanese garden + 24 themed gardens. City Park has free zoo (USD 25) + Museum of Nature & Science (USD 25).
16th Street Mall + Capitol Hill
Pedestrian + free shuttle bus 16th Street Mall. State Capitol building with free guided tours (Mon-Fri). Free walking.
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Things to do in Denver
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Green chile burrito at Sam's No. 3 (1927, original American diner). Bison burger at Buckhorn Exchange (Denver's oldest restaurant since 1893). Craft beer at Wynkoop (founded by Mayor John Hickenlooper).
Local tip
DEN is 38km from downtown — RTD A Line train is the fastest fast option (USD 10.50, 37 min). The station is inside the terminal. For 6+ hour layovers: Red Rocks Amphitheatre (Uber from downtown, USD 25 each way) is the iconic Denver experience.
Where to stay
Hotels across Denver — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.
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What's on in Denver
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- Denver Broncos vs. Jacksonville JaguarsEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- HALF PRICE: Denver Broncos v Jacksonville JaguarsEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles RamsEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- HALF PRICE: Denver Broncos v Los Angeles RamsEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple LeafsBall Arena · Hockey
- Denver Broncos vs. Seattle SeahawksEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- HALF PRICE: Denver Broncos v Seattle SeahawksEmpower Field At Mile High · Football
- Colorado Avalanche vs. Pittsburgh PenguinsBall Arena · Hockey
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