Those who love the city buzz will revel in the exciting atmosphere of LoDo, the city’s main commercial district. Home to 16th Street Mall, top sports stadiums, and some of the city's best restaurants, it provides all the shopping, dining, and entertainment you could want.
The Central Business District, meanwhile, provides entertainment throughout the night with sports bars, brewpubs, and a cohort of clubs packed within its skyscrapers.
Hipsters might prefer to hang out in the alternative Larimer Square and River North Arts District (RiNo). While Larimer Square offers a contemporary take on Denver’s historic district with cafes, boutiques, and brewpubs a-plenty, RiNo has transformed its urban landscape into a creative hub that attracts art-lovers and foodies with its independent galleries and famed indoor food halls.
Home to child-friendly attractions like Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature and Science, as well as the lakes and fields of city parks, Uptown is perfect for those travelling with children. What’s more, the quaint neighbourhood boasts its own selection of cool boutiques, cafes, and restaurants to choose from.
For a touch of luxury during your Denver stay, lay your foundations in Cherry Creek. This sleek neighbourhood is highly reputed for its bourgeois boutique hotels, upscale dining scene, and wallet-draining high-end shops.
Budget travellers, on the other hand, would feel much more comfortable in Capitol Hill. Despite being slightly cheaper than other neighbourhoods, this bohemian enclave has its fair share of top restaurants and bars, as well as a number of attractions including the Colorado State Capitol and the Molly Brown House Museum.
Alternatively, those that want to immerse in the incredible nature that surrounds Denver might be better positioned in Lakewood, another city within the metropolitan area. Lakewood, situated west of Denver, is at the foothills of the Rocky Mountain range where you can reach must-see nature spots like Mount Evans and Red Rocks Park.
Those who want to stay within the city limits during their Denver visit can get around by bus, bike, scooter, and light rail. However, to explore nature beyond, a car is recommended.
