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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★), Adams Mystery Playhouse (4.7★). 36 things to do tracked in and around Highlands.
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Empower Field at Mile High
4.6★(14,885)
1701 Bryant St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Sports, music, and mountain views converge
The Kirk of Highland
4.9★(546)
3011 Vallejo St, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Candlelit concerts in a historic church
Open
Adams Mystery Playhouse
4.7★(1,278)· $$
2406 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Solve crimes, sip cocktails, stay mysterious
Closed
The Bug Theatre
4.8★(522)
3654 Navajo St, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Intimate black box theater, bold experimental work
MuseumOpen
Highlands Ranch Mansion
4.8★(703)
9950 E Gateway Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, USA
Known for: Grand victorian mansion with panoramic views
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Anderson Park
4.6(618)
4355 Field St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, USA
Known for: Creek trails, playgrounds, and endless green space
Ashland Recreation Center
4.3(163)
2475 W Dunkeld Pl, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Outdoor courts and indoor pools galore
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 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 Park
4.5(361)
2910 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA
Known for: Quiet trails, reflective ponds, catch-and-release fishing
Montclair Recreation Center
4.4(380)
729 Ulster Way, Denver, CO 80230, USA
Known for: Where montclair neighbors gather and play
Varone Market Venue
4.9(66)
1800 W 33rd Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Historic brick walls, chandeliers, garage doors
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 Bridge
4.6(55)
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver's best pedestrian bridge and views
Pferdesteller Park
4.5(186)
4815 W Moncrieff Pl, Denver, CO 80212, USA
Known for: Hilltop park for neighborhood pickup games
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 Highland
4.5(86)
1331 W 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Sip wine while painting highland views
Chaffee Park
4.6(79)
1901 W 43rd Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Neighborhood gathering spot with off-leash dog culture
Hogan Park at Highlands Creek
4.5(72)
24495 E 35th Dr, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Scattered sculptures and scenic trails to discover
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 Rest
5.0(24)
11700 Grig's Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, USA
Known for: Epic sunset views, easy trails for everyone
Neighborhood Park
4.6(28)
7098 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80224, USA
Known for: Where denver's neighborhoods come alive together
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 Fountain
4.6(26)
9370 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA
Known for: Cascading views of downtown from above
Winged Melody Park
4.9(18)
East 38th Place, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Mirrored steel sculptures reflecting light and community
Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation
4.0(35)
8801 N Pecos St, Federal Heights, CO 80260, USA
Known for: Volunteer coaches, affordable youth sports for all
William Havu Gallery
4.7(15)
1040 Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Contemporary art in a historic santa fe building
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AttractionOpen#1 Denver Hide and Seek Location
5.0(2)
1550 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Underground tunnels, endless corners, unforgettable
Viking Park
4.0(6)
2801 W 29th Ave, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Quiet hilltop escape with surprising city views
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)
4.6(5)
Plains View Rd, Golden, CO 80401, USA
Known for: Rooftop views of downtown denver and the rockies
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ParkHyland Hills Park & Recreation District
4.2(6)
6755 Irving St, Denver, CO 80221, USA
Known for: Where locals perfect their pickleball game
Floating wooden bridge
4.0(6)
4699 Lake Mary Trail, Denver, CO 80239, USA
Known for: Walk among native trees and flowing water
The Satellite
4.0(4)
Denver, CO 80212, USA
Known for: Elevated cocktails with sweeping mountain views
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ParkHyland 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
3775 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212, USA
Known for: Farm-to-table shopping meets outdoor garden gathering
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