Downtown · The Center of It All
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 Art Museum (4.7★), Denver Pavilions (4.4★), EscapeWorks Denver - Convention Center (4.9★). 64 things to do tracked in and around Downtown.
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Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: World-class art in a stunning modern space
Denver Pavilions
500 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's relaxed outdoor shopping spot
EscapeWorks Denver - Convention Center
1529 Champa St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creative puzzles with stellar game master hosting
Paramount Theatre
1621 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic denver landmark with ornate art deco elegance
Denver Performing Arts Complex
1400 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Broadway shows and local theater magic
More things to do near Downtown
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
Known for: Beautifully designed exhibits, incredible zoo lights
Larimer Square
1430 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Glowing string lights over historic brick
Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Step into denver's most remarkable woman's home
Dazzle Denver
1080 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mile high adventures with mountain views everywhere
Colorado State Capitol
200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Gold dome and panoramic views included
Holey Moley Golf Club Denver
1201 18th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft your shot, sip craft cocktails, smile
Confluence Park
2250 15th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Where cherry creek meets city life
Denver Firefighters Museum
1326 Tremont Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Where denver's firefighting history comes alive
Paco Sánchez Park
1290 Knox Court, 3240 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Unique climbing equipment for adventurous kids
Denver Selfie Museum
1531 Stout St Ste 102, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: 25+ instagrammable backdrops, perfect lighting
THE Athletic Club
1849 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Where denver's athletes and locals lift together
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
1485 Delgany St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Rooftop views, accessible admission, fresh exhibitions
The Denver Athletic Club
1325 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Historic downtown gym where Denver's elite still train
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
2121 Children's Museum Dr, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Hands-on learning where curiosity becomes adventure
Planet Fitness
815 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Judgment-free zone, $10 a month membership
Lagree Luxe Golden Triangle
1255A Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Pilates reformer workouts in upscale golden triangle
Commons Park
2101 15th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Sprawling meadows, river swimming, dog-friendly
Samadhi Yoga Sangha
639 E 19th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Alignment practice rooted in Denver's spiritual community
Nightly Spirits - Ghost Tours & Pub Crawls
1400 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Haunted history meets craft beer crawls
Benedict Fountain Park
401 E 20th Ave, Denver, CO 80205, USA
Known for: Dogs love the grass and sprinklers
Fortissimo Denver
891 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Live music and strong drinks nightly
Club Form Denver
1125 17th St B, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails in a speakeasy hidden basement
Fitness in the City - FITC Denver
1212 Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Urban workouts with mile-high mountain views
U.S. Mint at Denver
320 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Free tours of working coin production
Wright Room
535 16th St Mall #240, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's most hassle-free event space
United States Mint Tour Entrance and Gift Shop
1450 Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Free tours reveal how coins get made
Alamo Placita Park
E 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Quiet neighborhood oasis with mature trees
Downtown Denver Partnership
1515 Arapahoe St #100, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's public space steward
Rude Recreation Center
2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Axe throwing, bowling, and craft beer
The Black Buzzard at Oskar Blues
1624 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate live music venue with great acoustics
Rooted Heart Yoga and Wellness
1409 N Ogden St, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Grounded movement for anxious modern lives
Colorado Athletic Club Tabor Center/16th Street
1201 16th St Mall Ste 300, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Workout in the heart of downtown Denver
K Contemporary
1412 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate gallery celebrating diverse contemporary artists
Kittredge Building
511 16th St Mall # 630, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic landmark with art deco details and views
Orchid Denver
1448 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver nightclub with safety concerns
Understudy
890 C 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Free rotating art installations downtown
Downtown Playground
Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Unique equipment, easy bike trail access
1134 Broadway
1134 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Multi-level venue with rooftop and live djs
SoundWalk
1555 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mysterious sounds hidden in street drains
David Cook Galleries
1637 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Museum-quality colorado art, personal touch
The Incline Fitness Studio
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
1801 Lawrence St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic rail hub where denver's past comes alive
David B. Smith Gallery
1543 Wazee St #120, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Contemporary art with genuinely welcoming vibes
Irish Rose Carriages
Energy Sign, 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Clip-clop tours through denver's historic neighborhoods
Liberty Park
2 E 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Historic landmark with capitol building views
Sugar Building
1530 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Historic candy factory with interactive exhibits
Cityscape/Art Museum
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Awe-inspiring architecture meets provocative art
Wolf Wednesdays Open Mic
1448 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Wolves howl, artists rise, wednesday magic unfolds
Explore Fitness
1125 17th St building b, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mountain views while crushing your fitness goals
Union Hall Art Space
1750 Wewatta St Suite 144, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate nonprofit gallery with stellar lighting
Denver Arts & Venues
1345 Champa St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Fourteen theaters, one iconic complex
CU Denver Experience Gallery
1025 13th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Cutting-edge art in an accessible campus space
Selfiemade Escape Room - Denver
1531 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Solve denver puzzles, escape the ordinary
National Velvet
2415 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Glowing red blob sculpture near highland bridge
The Walkway
1425 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Riverside strolls with mountain views ahead
Plaza of the Americas
1550 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Latin flavors and live music under the stars
Denver Park
1110 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Off-leash dog park with pickleball courts
1125 Rooftop Pickleball
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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