Downtown Denver

Denver

Downtown Denver
Downtown Denver
Downtown Denver which includes signage
Denver Art Museum which includes art
History Colorado showing landscape views, snow and mountains

Discover Denver is at its most dynamic in this central district, which has cool craft breweries, bars, galleries, boutiques and entertainment venues.

Downtown Denver is abuzz with activity, both night and day. Go kayaking on the Platte River, shop at the downtown boutiques and malls and revel in the lively atmosphere in the latest wave of hip bars and brewpubs.

The downtown district has long been the core of the city of Denver. It is still the beating heart of the state capital. It’s also the city’s busiest shopping quarter. Stroll down the mile-long 16th Street Mall and browse the stores in the Denver Pavilions, a retail and entertainment complex that also features several dining options as well as a movie theater.

For some culture, stop at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, which is housed in a striking contemporary building that resembles a glass box. Inside, it hosts ever-changing exhibits and features a rooftop café garden.

Look for the golden-domed Colorado State Capitol building on the southern edge of downtown. Watch as tourists pose on the front staircase, where one step is inscribed with the words: “One mile above sea level.”

Follow the 16th Street Mall all the way to the north end to reach Commons Park, a pretty green space along the river. Explore the neighboring historic Lower Downtown (Lodo) district, known for its elegant Victorian architecture. The historic buildings feature trendy bars, restaurants and boutiques. It’s particularly well-known for its brewpubs, some of which feature on the downloadable Denver Beer Trail. While here, watch a baseball game at the iconic Coors Field and visit the neoclassical Union Station, a renovated, fully functioning train station housing independent stores, a hotel and restaurants.

Free parking in Downtown Denver is very hard to find on weekdays, so it’s better to travel on foot or by public transportation. Use light rail or RTD buses to get downtown from the suburbs. Once here, ride the free 16th Street Mall shuttle. It’s also possible to get around using Denver’s B-cycle bike-sharing program.


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Top hotels in Downtown Denver

Hilton Denver City Center

Hilton Denver City Center

4 out of 5
1701 California St, Denver, CO
The price is €141 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€141
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great spot and location in Denver. My first time there and super impressed with the entire city, cleanliness, etc. The hotel was very accessible. Plenty to do in the area. Went to three baseball games and it's a quick 10-15 walk to Coors Field as well as the train station to and from the airport. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hilton Denver City Center
Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
818 17th St, Denver, CO
The price is €101 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€101
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Denver. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,173 reviews)
"Check in was very welcoming. Matthew at from desk was great. Evening milk & cookies was a fun amenity. Very walkable downtown area. Parking is exhorbitantly expensive at the hotel. Plenty of other nearby garages available."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hyatt Place Denver Downtown

Hyatt Place Denver Downtown

3.5 out of 5
440 14th St, Denver, CO
The price is €115 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€115
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,862 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Denver Downtown
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver

Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver

4 out of 5
1776 Champa St, Denver, CO
The price is €121 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€121
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,970 reviews)
"The staff are very friendly and get you checked in quick. Place is very clean and well kept. Only thing I would say is don’t use the valet parking as it’s easy and cheaper to park at a parking garage across the street"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver
Sonesta Denver Downtown

Sonesta Denver Downtown

4 out of 5
1450 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €108 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€108
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,824 reviews)
"The outdoor pool is amazing"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Sonesta Denver Downtown
Hotel Teatro

Hotel Teatro

4.5 out of 5
1100 14th St, Denver, CO
The price is €158 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€158
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Denver. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,259 reviews)
"We have stayed at the hotel Teatro many times over the years, it is a lovely hotel with a fantastic restaurant bar and a really nice lounge coffee area. The beds are comfortable and it's very quiet. The location is great too. The staff is always pleasant and accommodating."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hotel Teatro
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Denver

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Uptown

4/5(2 area reviews)

Uptown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Fillmore Auditorium or Wells Fargo Center.

Uptown
Elitch Gardens Theme Park showing rides as well as a family

Auraria

Live music, theatres and restaurants highlight some notable features of Auraria. Make a stop by Ball Arena or Elitch Gardens Theme Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ball Arena-Elitch Gardens Station or Sports Authority Field - Mile High Station to get around town.

Auraria
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Ballpark

Though Ballpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Union Station and Coors Field.

Ballpark
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LoDo

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Visitors often come to LoDo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Union Station and McGregor Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station.

LoDo
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Capitol Hill

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Capitol Hill include the museums and bars. Make a stop by Molly Brown House Museum or Colorado State Capitol Building while you're exploring the area.

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Five Points

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its breweries and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Five Points. Top attractions like Coors Field and South Platte River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 27th - Welton Station or 25th - Welton Station to see more of the city.

Five Points

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