Auraria Travel Guide
Denver
Popular places to visit
Ball Arena
Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Elitch Gardens Theme Park
This theme park in downtown Denver has been a family-friendly playground for over a century.
University of Colorado-Denver
Walk around the campus at University of Colorado-Denver as part of your travels around Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Confluence Park
After visiting Confluence Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Denver. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Union Station
You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Red Rocks Amphitheater
This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.
Things to do
Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket
Denver: Puff Pass and Painting Class
Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views
Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites
Shared Half-Day Mountain Tour in Red Rocks Evergreen and Echo Lake
Top hotels in Auraria
Hilton Denver City Center
Clean room, responsible staff
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Denver Downtown
staff was very courteous and room was in perfect condition
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everyone was very kind and helpful. Also, I was upgraded from a regular room to a suite, which was large and very nice. The second sink, microwave, extra space, and fireplace were all appreciated. I also enjoyed the convenient location with nearby amenities.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver
Staff was absolutely amazing and professional. Attended to every need that we had. Quick service. Super clean and th place is so pretty! Jacob at the cafe was exceptional! Made a great iced hazelnut latte for me every morning and it was consistent everyday! That says a lot! 10/10 would stay here ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown Convention Center
Everyone is kind and helpful. View was amazing.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Teatro
Staff is amazing, room is beautiful, everything has
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Auraria
LoDo
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.
Downtown Denver
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to 16th Street – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Jefferson Park
Travellers like the seafood restaurants in Jefferson Park, and Children's Museum of Denver is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Lincoln Park
Art galleries, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Lincoln Park. Sights like South Platte River and Spark Theater are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Denver area at 10th - Osage Station.
Ballpark
Though Ballpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Union Station and Coors Field.
Sun Valley
Well liked for its live music and theatres, Sun Valley is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Empower Field at Mile High and South Platte River, and jump on the metro at Decatur Federal Station to get around the city.
