What to do in Denver, CO

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Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

8.6 out of 10 with 63 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,281 per adult
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Discover Rocky Mountain National Park

Discover Rocky Mountain National Park

Activity duration is 6 hours and 45 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 600 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿6,866 per traveller
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Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour

Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 55 minutes
7.0 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿164 per adult
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Rocky Mountain Escape

Rocky Mountain Escape

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 69 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,252 per traveller
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Denver: Fun Beginner Whitewater Rafting on Clear Creek

Denver: Fun Beginner Whitewater Rafting on Clear Creek

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,252 per adult
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What to do in Denver

Popular places to visit

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Red Rocks Amphitheater

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Union Station

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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Union Station
Aerial View of Decadence 2021 in Denver, Colorado

Empower Field at Mile High

Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Empower Field at Mile High
Downtown Denver city skyline and Coors Field. Colorado, United States of America.

Coors Field

Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Coors Field
Two tall dancing figures grace the foreground and the Denver Convention Center in Colorado used for conventions, events and meetings is in the background.

Colorado Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Colorado Convention Center, a top convention centre in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Colorado Convention Center
Chess table on 16th street mall in Denver, CO

16th Street

With a visit to 16th Street, a popular shopping spot in Denver, you can browse for souvenirs. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

16th Street
Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo

This zoo started with a single bear. Now, it’s an award-winning tourist destination housing more than 3,500 animals.

Denver Zoo
Elitch Gardens Theme Park

Elitch Gardens Theme Park

This theme park in downtown Denver has been a family-friendly playground for over a century.

Elitch Gardens Theme Park
Aerial view of the luminous Ball Arena stands brightly against the dark sky, a beacon in the night, Denver, Colorado, United States.

Ball Arena

Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Ball Arena

Where to stay in Denver

Find the best Denver areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Denver
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Downtown Denver

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from 16th Street to Paramount Theater – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Holiday lighting of Denver Union Station

LoDo

Visitors often come to LoDo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Union Station and 16th Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station.

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Cherry Creek

Abundant dining options and stunning river views are well-reviewed features of Cherry Creek. Make a stop by top sights like Cherry Creek Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.

Colorado State Capitol Building & the City of Denver Colorado at Sunset. Rocky Mountains on the Horizon

River North Art District

Discover River North Art District, memorable for its live music. Popular attractions in River North Art District include South Platte River and Bierstadt Lagerhaus, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 38th & Blake Station.

Colorado State Capitol Building

Capitol Hill

Unique features of Capitol Hill include the museums and bars. Make a stop by Colorado State Capitol Building or Ogden Theater while you're exploring the area.

Day trip destinations from Denver

Aurora borealis, Northern lights with starry in the night sky

Aurora

herd of american bison grazing around a solitary cottonwood tree in winter against a mountain backdrop of long's peak in the rocky mountain arsenal wildlife refuge in commerce city, colorado

Commerce City

Sunset in the Wheat Ridge Green Belt, along the Clear Creek Trail, Wheat Ridge Colorado, USA.

Wheat Ridge

Golden

Golden

The spectacular Boulder FlatIrons and the snow-capped front range of the colorado rocky mountains on a sunny fall day with a pumpkin patch in the foreground, as seen from broomfield, colorado

Broomfield

Nederland

Nederland

Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, Henderson, Nevada

Henderson

Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs

Frequently asked questions

Is Denver worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Denver is explore Denver Zoo. Check this major sight off your list, then experience more of this area's distilleries and craft breweries and nature.
How do I spend a day in Denver?
Denver Zoo and Elitch Gardens Theme Park are two good places to begin your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Denver while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Denver?
You can't leave without checking out Denver Zoo, rated the top tourist attraction in Denver.
Is three days enough to stay in Denver?
You can easily tour leading sights like Denver Zoo, Elitch Gardens Theme Park and Denver Art Museum with a three-day stay in Denver. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a bit longer and venture to Aurora.
Is Denver a walkable city?
Some key attractions in Denver, such as Denver Zoo and Elitch Gardens Theme Park, are within walking distance. You can also explore several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.32 kilometres from the city centre of Denver is Downtown Denver and LoDo is 0.97 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Denver with kids?
If you're looking for tours and attractions for all the family, check out these fabulous ideas for what to do in Denver with kids.

What to do in Denver for adults?
National Western Complex and Bellco Theatre are just two of the things to do in Denver. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Denver?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Denver. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. South Broadway is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing activities.