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Best Things To Do near Downtown
The 16th Street Mall, Larimer Square, Civic Center Park, and the Convention Center are all here. Downtown is the most walkable part of Denver and a good anchor for any trip.
Top picks: Denver Pavilions (4.4★), Paramount Theatre (4.5★), Denver Performing Arts Complex (4.8★). 62 things to do tracked in and around Downtown.
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Denver Pavilions
4.4★(9,114)
500 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's go-to for dining, movies, and vibes
Paramount Theatre
4.5★(4,687)· $$
1621 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic denver landmark with ornate art deco elegance
Denver Performing Arts Complex
4.8★(4,746)
1400 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Denver's premier destination for broadway and live theater
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Denver Zoo
4.6★(31,195)
2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
Known for: Three million glittering lights and wild animals
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Larimer Square
4.5★(9,803)
1430 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic brick streets glowing with string lights
More things to do near Downtown
Downtown Aquarium
4.3(22,403)
700 Water St, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Dive into denver's underwater world downtown
Sloan's Lake Park
4.6(6,342)
1700 N Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80212, USA
Known for: Cinematic sunsets over downtown and mountains
Dazzle Denver
4.6(1,657)·$$$$
1080 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mile high adventures with mountain views everywhere
The 1up Arcade Bar - LoDo
4.4(4,149)·$$$$
1925 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Classic arcade games, killer cocktails, lodo vibes
Holey Moley Golf Club Denver
4.5(2,174)
1201 18th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft your shot, sip craft cocktails, smile
Colorado State Capitol
4.6(866)
200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Gold dome catches sunset light perfectly
Denver Firefighters Museum
4.6(598)
1326 Tremont Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Where denver's firefighting history comes alive
Paco Sánchez Park
4.5(3,001)
1290 Knox Court, 3240 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Concrete slide and climbing tower for big kids
THE Athletic Club
4.9(428)
1849 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Where denver's athletes and locals lift together
The Denver Athletic Club
4.4(456)
1325 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Historic downtown gym where Denver's elite still train
Planet Fitness
4.2(637)
815 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Judgment-free zone, $10 a month membership
Lagree Luxe Golden Triangle
4.9(260)
1255A Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Pilates reformer workouts in upscale golden triangle
Commons Park
4.6(787)
2101 15th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Wide open meadows perfect for dogs and picnics
Samadhi Yoga Sangha
4.8(199)
639 E 19th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Alignment practice rooted in Denver's spiritual community
Nightly Spirits - Ghost Tours & Pub Crawls
4.7(297)
1400 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Haunted history meets craft beer crawls
The Clocktower Cabaret
4.6(256)
1601 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate cabaret shows with unforgettable burlesque performances
Benedict Fountain Park
4.0(510)
401 E 20th Ave, Denver, CO 80205, USA
Known for: Where dogs run wild through nighttime sprinklers
Skyline Park
4.4(317)
1701 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's festive gathering spot with seasonal ice skating
Fortissimo Denver
4.4(248)
891 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Live music and craft cocktails, nightly duels
Club Form Denver
4.8(175)
1125 17th St B, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails in a speakeasy hidden basement
Fitness in the City - FITC Denver
4.9(128)
1212 Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Urban workouts with mile-high mountain views
Wright Room
4.9(81)
535 16th St Mall #240, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elevated private events, downtown denver views included
U.S. Mint at Denver
4.2(190)
320 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Watch coins being struck live, free tours daily
United States Mint Tour Entrance and Gift Shop
4.3(148)
1450 Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Watch coins come to life on the factory floor
Alamo Placita Park
4.6(336)
E 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Quiet neighborhood gem with mature trees and flowers
Downtown Denver Partnership
4.2(206)
1515 Arapahoe St #100, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Urban core connecting culture, commerce, convention
Rude Recreation Center
4.5(299)
2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Axe throwing, bowling, and craft beer
The Black Buzzard at Oskar Blues
4.6(102)
1624 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate venue for local live music
Rooted Heart Yoga and Wellness
4.8(73)
1409 N Ogden St, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Grounded movement for anxious modern lives
The Ponti at Denver Art Museum
3.9(136)
100 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Creative italian dishes in a gallery setting
Colorado Athletic Club Tabor Center/16th Street
3.6(263)
1201 16th St Mall Ste 300, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Workout in the heart of downtown Denver
K Contemporary
4.9(53)
1412 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Expertly curated art that sparks genuine conversation
Kittredge Building
4.5(31)
511 16th St Mall # 630, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic landmark with art deco details and views
Orchid Denver
3.6(145)
1448 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: I can't create a tagline for this venue. The reviews describe serious allegations of sexual harassment and assault by security staff, along with patterns of unprofessional and hostile behavior. Creating promotional content would be inappropriate given these reports
Understudy
4.9(21)
890 C 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Free monthly art installations with genuinely passionate curators
Downtown Playground
4.1(97)
Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Unique equipment, easy bike access, downtown's best option
1134 Broadway
4.1(48)
1134 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Multi-level dance floors, rooftop views included
David Cook Galleries
4.9(23)
1637 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Museum-quality colorado art, genuinely warm staff
The Incline Fitness Studio
4.9(17)
975 Lincoln St Suite 201, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Climb higher on Denver's steepest slopes
Denver City Railway Building - Lodo Walking Tour
4.6(23)
1801 Lawrence St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic rail hub where denver's past comes alive
David B. Smith Gallery
4.8(21)
1543 Wazee St #120, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate space for compelling contemporary art
Irish Rose Carriages
3.7(27)
Energy Sign, 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Clip-clop tours through denver's historic neighborhoods
Liberty Park
3.9(24)
2 E 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Capitol views, proceed with caution
Sugar Building
4.5(20)
1530 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic candy factory with interactive exhibits
Cityscape/Art Museum
4.6(8)
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Angular architecture meets world-class modern art
Wolf Wednesdays Open Mic
4.4(14)
1448 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Wolves howl, artists rise, wednesday magic unfolds
Explore Fitness
4.3(12)
1125 17th St building b, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mountain views while crushing your fitness goals
Union Hall Art Space
4.7(11)
1750 Wewatta St Suite 144, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate gallery with socially conscious art
Denver Arts & Venues
5.0(1)
1345 Champa St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Seven theaters under one stunning roof
CU Denver Experience Gallery
4.3(6)
1025 13th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Immersive art exhibitions celebrating Colorado's mountain heritage
Selfiemade Escape Room - Denver
4.0(4)
1531 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Solve denver puzzles, escape the ordinary
National Velvet
3.5(14)
2415 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Melting red velvet blobs light up at night
The Walkway
3.7(3)
1425 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Riverside strolls with mountain views ahead
Plaza of the Americas
3.6(5)
1550 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Latin flavors and live music under the stars
Denver Park
3.3(4)
1110 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Off-leash dog park with pickleball courts
1125 Rooftop Pickleball
2.3(3)
1125 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elevated play with downtown denver views
B-Side Live
1624 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Live music venue in a historic denver basement
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