Denver

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Come to the Mile High City for easy access to challenging Colorado skiing, along with varied cultural attractions, shopping and dining.

Denver’s nickname, Mile High City, comes from its 5,280-foot (1,600-metre) elevation above sea level. Its setting in the Rocky Mountains gives the city great natural beauty and 300 days of sunshine annually. Enjoy its outdoor excitement and great cultural activities.

Hop on the free shuttle bus running along the 1-mile (1.6-kilometre) long pedestrianized 16th Street Mall. The street features numerous shopping, dining and entertainment choices. Bring your ID to tour the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Denver Branch and walk out with a bag of shredded money.

Beyond the mall’s southern end, look for the Colorado State Capitol Building’s golden dome. Near the northern end is Larimer Square, a shopping and dining area with historic structures from the 1800s.

A few blocks east, watch the Colorado Rockies play baseball at Coors Field. Travel west to tailgate at Sports Authority Field at Mile High where the Broncos play NFL football.

Plan a family holiday with varied activities. See shade, water, ornamental and Western landscapes at the Denver Botanic Gardens in downtown Denver. Walk north to City Park for the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the City Park Golf Course. Drive west through the pleasant residential neighbourhood of Lakewood to reach Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, where the natural acoustics of this beautiful setting enhance major concerts.

Colorado has some of the country’s best skiing, with wide glades, powder bowls and steep mogul fields. Travel to top resorts within a 90-minute drive north or west of Denver including Echo Mountain, Eldora, Keystone, Loveland and Winter Park.

These and other areas in the Rocky Mountains and foothills also offer exciting non-winter activities of hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and boating. Drive north about 1.5 hours out of Denver to approach Rocky Mountain National Park. View Longs Peak and explore some of the park’s 150 lakes and 450 miles (725 kilometres) of streams. Look for bighorn sheep, moose and beavers in this huge designated wilderness area.

Where to stay in Denver

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Downtown Denver

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to 16th Street – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Cherry Creek

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Abundant dining options and stunning river views are well-reviewed features of Cherry Creek. Make a stop by top sights like Cherry Creek Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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Denver Tech Center

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Denver Tech Center. You can visit top attractions like Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre and The Landmark Theatre Greenwood Village, and jump on the metro at Orchard Station or Arapahoe at Village Center Station to see more of the city.

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Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to South Suburban Sports Complex and Highlands Ranch Golf Club while you're in town.

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Highland

Highland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by South Platte River and South Platte while in the area.

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Embassy Suites Hotel Denver Tech Center

Embassy Suites Hotel Denver Tech Center

3.5 out of 5
10250 E Costilla Ave, Centennial, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €85 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
€85
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Centennial. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Great place to stay I love Embassy when I can afford it. Expedia bundle deal!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites Hotel Denver Tech Center
Renaissance Denver Hotel & Conference Center

Renaissance Denver Hotel & Conference Center

4 out of 5
3801 Quebec St, Denver, CO
The price is €97 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€97
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,638 reviews)
"Everything was beautiful I just did not like paying to park!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Renaissance Denver Hotel & Conference Center
Hilton Denver City Center

Hilton Denver City Center

4 out of 5
1701 California St, Denver, CO
The price is €121 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€121
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
"Very clean room!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hilton Denver City Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Union Station

Sentral Union Station

4 out of 5
1777 Wewatta Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (810 reviews)
"The apartment was very clean. Staff is very responsive."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Sentral Union Station
Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi

Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi

3 out of 5
2600 Bryant Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ball Arena and Empower Field ...
9/10 Wonderful! (379 reviews)
"Location was great.Room was clean and had everything we needed.Loved the free luggage storage!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi
Kasa Union Station Denver

Kasa Union Station Denver

4 out of 5
1750 Little Raven St, Denver, CO
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (798 reviews)
"Great location, great for family stay."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Kasa Union Station Denver
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Denver

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5 - Excellent
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4 - Good 44%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

There are a lot of electric scooters around town from various companies available for hire these are operated by people with a very wide range of skill level, you've been warned.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very busy city lots to see

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

2nd visit to denver for 2 night stay after touring. Visited most of the attractions first time round, nothing new this time.. Wouldnt want to spend more than two days here

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice city, good shopping & restaurants friendly people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love Denver cant say any more

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Interesting city, clean, and very friendly. Easy to walk around.