Things to Do in Denver
A stunning destination for leisure guests and group travelers alike, Denver, Colorado offers a distinct array of activities to enjoy during down time. Whether you are visiting for a staycation, vacation, or just because, or attending an event at the Colorado Convention Center or in one of our meeting venues, The Brown Palace offers everything from spa treatments to daily Afternoon Tea to keep you fulfilled throughout your stay. See some of our favorite things to do in our hotel are below that you can enjoy solo or alongside other meeting attendees.
For adventures in and around Denver, please visit out Local Denver Attractions page that also has information on booking shuttle to and from Vail and Beaver Creek Mountains for skiing as well as to Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Discover Denver
Located in the brilliant center of Downtown Denver, The Brown Palace has been a treasured landmark since 1892. Our upscale hotel offers easy access to many things to do in Denver within walking distance or a short car ride to downtown Denver attractions, from the Denver Art Museum and the 16th Street Mall to the Ball Arena.
Don’t know where to start? Our walking distance guide has everything you need to know about nearby LoDo hidden gems. Check out some of our favorites from the guide below and enjoy an unforgettable Denver vacation.
Denver Museums
The Brown Palace is located within proximity of many world-class Denver museums and exhibits. Plan your day with our Arts & Culture guide and use our map and directions to see how close each museum location is to our Denver hotel. The museums listed include the Denver Art Museum, the Clyfford Still Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA), the Molly Brown House Museum, and more.
16th Street Mall
Shopping and dining are a breeze during your stay at The Brown Palace Hotel, among the most convenient hotels near 16th Street Mall. Our central location affords guests easy access to a variety of things to do in Denver with these boutique shopping experiences. The 16th Street Mall is home to 42 outdoor cafes, movie theaters and designer stores, including Banana Republic, Forever 21, and H&M. The Brown Palace is also located near the Larimer Square and the LoDo area.
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Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
Located 10-miles west of Denver, this open-air amphitheater hosts some of the city’s hottest concerts and special events. Past acts have included Keith Urban, BB King, Peter Frampton, Sublime, Phoenix, Bruno Mars and John Mayer.
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Professional Sports Stadiums/Arenas
The perks of staying at hotels near Coors Field are endless for sports fans. Experience the height of Denver entertainment by attending a game at the Empower Field, no matter the sport of preference. The Mile-High stadium is home to the Denver Broncos, the Rockies, as well as Coors Field and the Ball Arena, which is home to the teams, Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche.
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The Craft Beer Capital of the West
Discover the craft beer capital of the West. Located right in the downtown area near our hotel you can find many Denver microbreweries tours located such as the Denver Beer Company. View our Denver microbreweries map for more information.
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Green Denver
The Brown Palace is proud to be a Denver green hotel with a commitment to sustainability. During your stay in Denver, Colorado, you can Go Green too by visiting these local powerhouses: The National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden and Environmental Cleanup at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City.
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Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo began with a special gift to the mayor of Denver, a black bear cub that came to live at City Park. Since then, the zoo continued to flourish with creative new ways to connect guests to diverse animals that were gradually added to the exhibits, including South African lions, lemurs, rhinos, camels, Asian elephants and more.
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Denver Performing Arts Complex
The Denver Performing Arts Complex is the largest performing arts complex under one roof, and the second-largest center of its kind in terms of number of venues and seating capacity. It is home to a Tony Award-winning repertory theatre company, Broadway touring productions, contemporary dance and ballet, a major symphony orchestra, internationally-acclaimed opera and more.