Denver, CO

Travel Guide

Beautiful autumn day in Denver showcasing vibrant foliage and serene lakeside park activity
Sunset over City Park Lake with Denver skyline and autumn reflections
Golden Triangle
Exploring dinosaur skeletons in a museum exhibit in Denver, Colorado
Pikes Peak which includes landscape views and mountains
Come to the Mile High City for easy access to challenging Colorado skiing, along with varied cultural attractions, shopping and dining.

Denver’s nickname, Mile High City, comes from its 5,280-foot (1,600-meter) elevation above sea level. Its setting in the Rocky Mountains gives the city great natural beauty and 300 days of sunshine annually. Enjoy its outdoor excitement and great cultural activities. 

Hop on the free shuttle bus running along the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) long pedestrianized 16th Street Mall. The street features numerous shopping, dining and entertainment choices. Bring your ID to tour the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Denver Branch and walk out with a bag of shredded money.

Beyond the mall’s southern end, look for the Colorado State Capitol Building’s golden dome. Near the northern end is Larimer Square, a shopping and dining area with historic structures from the 1800s.

A few blocks east, watch the Colorado Rockies play baseball at Coors Field. Travel west to tailgate at Sports Authority Field at Mile High where the Broncos play NFL football.

Plan a family vacation with varied activities. See shade, water, ornamental and Western landscapes at the Denver Botanic Gardens in downtown Denver. Walk north to City Park for the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the City Park Golf Course. Drive west through the pleasant residential neighborhood of Lakewood to reach Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, where the natural acoustics of this beautiful setting enhance major concerts.

Colorado has some of the country’s best skiing, with wide glades, powder bowls and steep mogul fields. Travel to top resorts within a 90-minute drive north or west of Denver including Echo Mountain, Eldora, Keystone, Loveland and Winter Park.

These and other areas in the Rocky Mountains and foothills also offer exciting non-winter activities of hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and boating. Drive north about 1.5 hours out of Denver to approach Rocky Mountain National Park. View Longs Peak and explore some of the park’s 150 lakes and 450 miles (725 kilometers) of streams. Look for bighorn sheep, moose and beavers in this huge designated wilderness area.

Where to stay in Denver

Downtown Denver featuring modern architecture

Downtown Denver

4.5/5(3,700 area reviews)

Dive into this bustling financial and entertainment hub, featuring the 16th Street pedestrian mall, Larimer Square, and the Theatre District. Catch a game at Coors Field or Ball Arena, and explore the neighborhood's vibrant dining scene.

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Cherry Creek

4.5/5(238 area reviews)

Experience a blend of urban and residential vibes in Denver's Cherry Creek, where tree-lined streets meet shopping and dining at Cherry Creek North. Explore Fillmore Plaza, Manley and Pulaski Parks, or hop on the easily accessible public bus system.

Cherry Creek
LoDo showing a city

LoDo

4.5/5(864 area reviews)

Historic district with vibrant nightlife, LoDo offers a mix of clubs, art galleries, boutiques, and over 70 bars and restaurants. Must-visit spots include Coors Field, Ball Arena, and Denver Union Station. Enjoy its walkable, pedestrian-friendly streets.

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Denver Tech Center

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Denver Tech Center. You can visit top attractions like Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre and The Landmark Theatre Greenwood Village, and jump on the metro at Orchard Station or Arapahoe at Village Center Station to see more of the city.

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Capitol Hill

3.5/5(181 area reviews)

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

Capitol Hill
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Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to South Suburban Sports Complex or Highlands Ranch Golf Club.

Highlands Ranch
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver

4 out of 5
3203 Quebec St, Denver, CO
The price is ¥13,637 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥13,637
¥15,785 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (857 reviews)
"It was a great hotel and Colorado was beautiful."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver
Sonesta Denver Downtown

Sonesta Denver Downtown

4 out of 5
1450 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO
The price is ¥17,390 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
¥17,390
¥20,129 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,856 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Sonesta Denver Downtown
Holiday Inn Denver East by IHG

Holiday Inn Denver East by IHG

3.5 out of 5
3333 East Quebec Street, Denver, CO
The price is ¥15,455 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
¥15,455
¥17,891 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,417 reviews)
Good but could be better in certain ways
"The bed was very comfortable. Shower/bathroom not very big and shower head kinda sucked but worked pool was dirty so didn’t swim in it but the hot tub was good .i don’t like the fact that hotel guest have to pay for parking when we are already paying to stay.but"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Holiday Inn Denver East by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi

Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi

3 out of 5
2600 Bryant Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ball Arena and Empower Field ...
9/10 Wonderful! (334 reviews)
Sonder was great, will be back
"Great location for walking to venues, both downtown and to Empower and Coors fields! Close to great restaurants and coffee shops! Bed was very comfortable and place was equipped with everything needed to cook and enjoy!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Marriott Bonvoy Sonder Bryant Apartments LoHi
Sentral Union Station

Sentral Union Station

4 out of 5
1777 Wewatta Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (767 reviews)
"To start, we received very detailed instructions on access to the building, room, etc. That was very helpful. The room was very nice and clean. It was set up like a mini apartment. The pool and hot tub area were also very nice. Having a grocery store below the building was very convenient. The train ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Sentral Union Station
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Artesian Apartments LoHi

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Artesian Apartments LoHi

3.5 out of 5
3282 Tejon Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Union Station and Ball ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (172 reviews)
Beautiful facility - difficult communication.
"The building and apartment were well-kept, Clean and comfortable. Communication was difficult, as I had to deal with an ai interface and then wait for an hour to get info from a “live” agent. Also, there was no flexibility as to early check-in."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Artesian Apartments LoHi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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