In Denver, you don't have to pick a lane. Mile-high mornings, rooftop nights, a Rockies game one day and the Rockies themselves the next. Figuring out the best things to do in Denver is really just deciding how you want to string it together: a brewery crawl, a show at Red Rocks under the stars, a morning in the museums before you point the car west. This is your local's guide to the Mile High City: what to see, where to eat, and when to head for the hills.
Denver lights up for the holidays, from the Christkindlmarket and Mile High Tree at Tivoli Quad to the Parade of Lights downtown and ice skating at McGregor Square — most of it just a short walk from Limelight Denver. When the ball drops on New Year's Eve, the celebration keeps going with fireworks over 16th Street and more, right outside your door.
The ski train from Denver is real: the Winter Park Express runs from Union Station to Winter Park Resort on winter weekends, making it an easy day trip to Winter Park with no car needed. It boards right outside Limelight Denver's front doors and rolls straight into the Rockies, trading skyline views for snow-capped peaks in about 2.5 hours. Whether you ski, ride, or just want a scenic escape, this train makes Denver your home base for both city life and mountain play.
A playground for sports fans, Denver is built for live games. Just a stone’s throw from the hotel, you can catch a Nuggets or Avalanche game at Ball Arena, watch the Broncos kickoff at Empower Field, or stroll to a Rockies game at Coors Field. For a little history lesson, head to the National Ballpark Museum.
Discover the best of Denver’s craft beer scene right outside Limelight Denver, it’s easy to be your own tour guide. Begin at neighborhood favorite Westbound & Down, a modern brewpub known for its rotating taps and inviting atmosphere, only a short walk from the hotel. Cross the Highland pedestrian bridge to reach Denver Beer Co., a local institution where riverside patios and small-batch brews make for a perfect afternoon.
From there, continue to Prost Brewing for authentic German-style lagers and skyline views, or head to Zuni Street Brewing Company for a laid-back vibe and creative seasonal pours. Wherever your route takes you, each stop offers a true taste of Denver’s craft culture—where mountain spirit meets city style, and every pint celebrates good company.
From Broadway to cabaret, the Denver Center for Performing Arts brings the best of live performance to our backyard. Home to four esteemed performing arts institutions–Colorado Ballet, Colorado Symphony, Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and Opera Colorado–the 12-acre campus offers everything from family-friendly productions to iconic plays.
Limelight guests receive complimentary access to contemporary art by acclaimed and emerging artists at one of Denver’s premier museums–just a block from the hotel. Fun fact: the MCA exclusively curated Limelight Denver’s unique collection of 700 artworks commissioned by 32 local artists.
Denver is packed with unparalleled live music venues–Coors Field, Ball Arena and Empower Field at Mile High are all walking distance from the hotel. Red Rocks Amphitheater is an unmissable concert experience, while Mission Ballroom and Paramount Theatre are more intimate options.
Adventure unfolds right outside our doors along the Cherry Creek Trail, a scenic urban pathway that winds through the heart of downtown Denver. Walk, run, or bike your way past tree-lined stretches, public art, and riverside parks alive with local energy. Pause at Confluence Park to take in mountain views or unwind by the water. In the summer months, catch the historic Platte River Trolley to nearby favorites like the Downtown Aquarium and the Children’s Museum of Denver. Along the way, discover cozy cafés, craft breweries, and inviting patios that capture the spirit of the city.
From Audi test ride experiences and distillery tours to rooftop yoga and live music, there's always something happening at Limelight. Explore the adventures that put you right in the landscape, or check out our lineup of events—open to guests and locals alike.
Denver highlights include catching a Rockies, Nuggets, Avalanche, or Broncos game, touring RiNo's craft breweries, seeing a show at Red Rocks, and exploring downtown museums and Cherry Creek shopping. Limelight Denver sits steps from Union Station and can help you plan it all.
Downtown Denver offers LoDo dining and nightlife, Union Station, Ball Arena and Coors Field, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the performing arts complex — all walkable or a short trip from Limelight Denver.
Denver is a major sports city: catch the Rockies at Coors Field (a 14-minute walk from Limelight Denver), the Nuggets or Avalanche at Ball Arena, or the Broncos at Empower Field. The concierge can help with game-day plans and group blocks.
Yes, Denver has more breweries than almost any U.S. city, concentrated in walkable districts like RiNo. Limelight Denver's concierge can point you to the best taprooms and tours.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre is about 15 miles west of downtown Denver. Limelight Denver's concierge can help arrange transportation for concerts and daytime visits.
Denver is a gateway to the Rockies, with hiking, biking, and day trips within easy reach. Limelight Denver is a downtown base for both city and mountain days.
