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Denver Union Station

A sight in LoDo, Denver, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Morning.

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Denver Union Station in LoDo, Denver
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Why go

Restored 1914 rail hall with bars, shops and a lounge-like Great Hall at the heart of LoDo.

It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Denver, alongside 3 places to eat, 2 sights and 1 place for a drink. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Denver Union Station and Larimer Square. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.

Type
Sight
Neighborhood
LoDo
Price
Free
Time needed
45 min
Best time
Morning

Nearby

Our closest curated picks, including 4 beyond Denver. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.

  1. 1
    Denver Union Station

    Restored 1914 rail station whose Great Hall holds the Terminal Bar and the Cooper Lounge mezzanine bar.

    Drinks · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 0.0 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Larimer Square

    Denver's oldest block, Victorian storefronts under strung lights with bars, restaurants and shops.

    Shopping · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 0.3 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    Downtown Denver New Year's Eve Fireworks

    Free fireworks launched from downtown rooftops at 9 p.m. and midnight, best seen along 16th Street.

    Activity · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 0.4 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Rioja

    Jennifer Jasinski's Mediterranean restaurant on Larimer Square, open since 2004.

    Food · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 0.4 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    Larimer Square

    Denver's oldest block, lined with Victorian buildings, string lights, shops and restaurants.

    Shopping · 0.4 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Sam's No. 3

    Diner institution since 1927, known for big breakfasts and green chile.

    Food · 0.5 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Denver Union Station is a stop on our Colorado Rockies route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More sights to see in Denver

2 more curated sights in Denver. See the full Denver guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Denver run from 44°F in December to 92°F in July; July is usually the wettest month. For Denver Union Station itself, we suggest: Morning.

Modelled monthly averages for Denver from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Denver weather by month.

Getting there

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Address
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Coordinates
39.75315, -105.00015
Destination
Denver, Colorado
Website
denverunionstation.com

Denver Union Station: quick answers

How much time do you need at Denver Union Station?

Plan on about 45 minutes at Denver Union Station. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Denver Union Station?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Grab a coffee in the Great Hall and people-watch before exploring LoDo.

Is Denver Union Station free?

Yes, we list Denver Union Station as free to visit. Check the official website before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Denver Union Station?

Denver Union Station is at 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA, in LoDo. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Denver Union Station?

Denver Union Station appears on Colorado Rockies, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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