Highlands · Views & Vibes

Best Things To Do near Highlands

Walk the Highland Bridge for the best view of downtown, explore Sloan's Lake, and wander the 32nd Ave corridor for good food and local shops.

Top picks: Empower Field at Mile High (4.6★), The Kirk of Highland (4.9★), Escapology Escape Rooms Denver (4.9★). 37 things to do tracked in and around Highlands.

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The Bug TheatreClosed

The Bug Theatre

4.8(522)

3654 Navajo St, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Intimate black box theater, bold experimental work

American Axes - Axe Throwing DenverClosed

American Axes - Axe Throwing Denver

5.0(683)

5505 W 20th Ave Ste 172, Edgewater, CO 80214, USA

Known for: Expert instruction meets genuinely fun vibes

Highlands Ranch MansionMuseumClosed

Highlands Ranch Mansion

4.8(716)

9950 E Gateway Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, USA

Known for: Grand victorian mansion with panoramic views

Anderson ParkParkOpen

Anderson Park

4.6(618)

4355 Field St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, USA

Known for: Creek trails, playgrounds, and bike routes

Ashland Recreation CenterOpen

Ashland Recreation Center

4.3(163)

2475 W Dunkeld Pl, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Outdoor courts and indoor pools galore

National Ballpark MuseumAttractionOpen

National Ballpark Museum

4.7(334)

1940 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Known for: Ballpark history and memorabilia under one roof

Highland Heritage Regional ParkParkOpen

Highland Heritage Regional Park

4.6(340)

9651 S Quebec St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130, USA

Known for: Mountain trails with mile-high city views

Fly'n B ParkParkClosed

Fly'n B Park

4.5(361)

2910 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA

Known for: Easy trails, peaceful lake, great for photos

Montclair Recreation CenterOpen

Montclair Recreation Center

4.4(380)

729 Ulster Way, Denver, CO 80230, USA

Known for: Where montclair neighbors gather and play

Varone Market VenueClosed

Varone Market Venue

4.9(65)

1800 W 33rd Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Historic charm meets modern elegance

Plaza 38 - Bar and Food HallBarOpen

Plaza 38 - Bar and Food Hall

4.3(206)

3550 W 38th Ave #98, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Multiple kitchens, one vibrant communal space

Highland BridgeAttraction

Highland Bridge

4.6(55)

Denver, CO 80202, USA

Known for: Downtown denver's best pedestrian bridge and views

Pferdesteller ParkParkOpen

Pferdesteller Park

4.5(186)

4815 W Moncrieff Pl, Denver, CO 80212, USA

Known for: Quiet hilltop park perfect for families

Sipping N' Painting HampdenWine Bar

Sipping N' Painting Hampden

4.8(102)

6461 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80222, USA

Known for: Sip cocktails, create art, skip the stress

Sipping n' Painting HighlandClosed

Sipping n' Painting Highland

4.5(86)

1331 W 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Sip wine while painting highland views

Chaffee ParkPark

Chaffee Park

4.6(79)

1901 W 43rd Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Spacious park, off-leash dog chaos

Hogan Park at Highlands CreekPark

Hogan Park at Highlands Creek

4.5(72)

24495 E 35th Dr, Aurora, CO 80019, USA

Known for: Beautiful sculptures scattered across scenic trails

Birch Road (The Highlands)Open

Birch Road (The Highlands)

4.7(39)

3845 Lipan St, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Elevated highland views, craft cocktails, local vibes

Zoe’s RestPark

Zoe’s Rest

5.0(24)

11700 Grig's Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, USA

Known for: Epic sunsets and life-changing mountain views

Neighborhood ParkPark

Neighborhood Park

4.6(28)

7098 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80224, USA

Known for: Where denver's neighborhoods come alive together

Sundial PlazaAttractionOpen

Sundial Plaza

4.4(34)

162 Belo Horizonte St Pkwy, Denver, CO 80220, USA

Known for: Where denver's urban energy meets modern plaza vibes

Overlook FountainAmusementOpen

Overlook Fountain

4.6(27)

9370 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA

Known for: Cascading views of downtown from above

Winged Melody ParkParkOpen

Winged Melody Park

4.9(18)

East 38th Place, Aurora, CO 80019, USA

Known for: Mirrored sculptures and glowing neon art installations

Hyland Hills Parks and RecreationOpen

Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation

4.0(35)

8801 N Pecos St, Federal Heights, CO 80260, USA

Known for: Affordable community sports for all ages

William Havu GalleryGalleryOpen

William Havu Gallery

4.7(15)

1040 Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80204, USA

Known for: Contemporary art in a historic santa fe building

Viking ParkPark

Viking Park

4.0(6)

2801 W 29th Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Known for: Quiet spot for dog walks and fall strolls

Trails Park and Recreation District OfficeParkOpen

Trails Park and Recreation District Office

4.1(16)

16799 E Lake Ave, Centennial, CO 80016, USA

Known for: Discover denver's best trails and outdoor adventures

Roof of Denver(Baam-E-Denver)Attraction

Roof of Denver(Baam-E-Denver)

4.6(5)

Plains View Rd, Golden, CO 80401, USA

Known for: Rooftop views of downtown denver and the rockies

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Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District

4.2(6)

6755 Irving St, Denver, CO 80221, USA

Known for: Community recreation with specialized craft classes

The Satellite

The Satellite

4.0(4)

Denver, CO 80212, USA

Known for: Elevated cocktails with sweeping mountain views

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Hyland Hills Park & Rec District

3.0(1)

9650 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster, CO 80031, USA

Known for: Where denver families gather and play together

Highlands' Garden Village

Highlands' Garden Village

3775 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212, USA

Known for: Farm-to-table shopping meets outdoor garden gathering

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