Guide to Neighborhoods, Shopping & Transportation
RiNo District—Photo from RiNo Arts District
Your go-to guide for exploring Denver’s unique neighborhoods, curated from firsthand recommendations shared by local insiders during our My Mile High Why interviews.
NEIGHBORHOODS
RiNo (River North) Art District
RiNo is ‘Where Art Is Made’ in Denver and you can always finds something new and exciting to check out around the neighborhood.
River North Art District personifies urban charm and industrial renewal with jazz bars, brewpubs, art galleries and studios, & creative events.
—Photo by Rebecca Todd—Visit Denver
LoDo (Lower Downtown)
Found at the heart of Denver, LoDo is the perfect blend of nostalgia and modernity. This bustling neighborhood is home to nearly 100 restaurants, clubs, galleries, shops, and hospitality businesses, making it the perfect place to explore for residents and tourists alike. LoDo’s rich history dates back to 1858, when gold was discovered at the confluence of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek.
—Photo from Larimer Square
Larimer Square
Where historic charm meets the vibrant energy of downtown, Larimer Square sits in the heart of Denver.
—Photo from Visit Denver
McGregor Square
In the heart of Lower Downtown Denver (LoDo), adjacent to Coors Field, McGregor Square ushers in a new chapter of urban living, entertainment, food, and business travel in Colorado’s historic city.
SHOPPING
—Photo by Kent Kanouse
16th Street Mall
The 16th Street Mall is located in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado. At over 1.25 miles long, it has FREE shuttle rides going end to end, giving you easy access to more than 250+ stores lining the street, making it a favorite tourist destination.
—Photo from Visit Denver
Cherry Creek
Just five minutes from downtown, the Cherry Creek neighborhood features both Cherry Creek North and the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, which together offer more than 300 stores, 75 cafes and restaurants, 50 spas and salons, and five hotels. It’s where Denver comes to shop, to sip, to browse, to see, and be seen.
TRANSPORTATION
Denver Airport Rail
It’s easy to get from Denver International Airport (DEN) to downtown Denver on the airport rail line.
At a cost of $10 each way, travelers can use the A Line (see train schedule) to get from the airport to downtown Denver and vice versa, courtesy of the Regional Transportation District (RTD), metro Denver’s public transit provider.