Sight Morrison, Denver
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
A sight in Morrison, Denver, free to visit and worth about 2 hours. Best time to go: Sunset or summer concert.
Why go
Concert venue set between 300-foot sandstone monoliths with views back to the Denver skyline.
It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Denver, alongside 3 places to eat, 2 sights and 1 place for a drink. The closest of our other picks is Buckhorn Exchange, 11 mi away as the crow flies.
- Type
- Sight
- Neighborhood
- Morrison
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 2 hr
- Best time
- Sunset or summer concert
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 3 beyond Denver. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Buckhorn Exchange
Denver's oldest restaurant, open since 1893, serving steaks and game under walls of mounted trophies.
Food · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 11 mi straight-line - 2Buckhorn Exchange
Denver's oldest restaurant (1893), packed with taxidermy and serving steaks and game.
Food · 12 mi straight-line - 3Rioja
Jennifer Jasinski's Mediterranean restaurant on Larimer Square, open since 2004.
Food · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 12 mi straight-line - 4Larimer Square
Denver's oldest block, lined with Victorian buildings, string lights, shops and restaurants.
Shopping · 12 mi straight-line - 5Larimer Square
Denver's oldest block, Victorian storefronts under strung lights with bars, restaurants and shops.
Shopping · Downtown Denver & 16th Street · 12 mi straight-line - 6Sam's No. 3
Diner institution since 1927, known for big breakfasts and green chile.
Food · 12 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre 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 Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre itself, we suggest: Sunset or summer concert.
Modelled monthly averages for Denver from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Denver weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465, USA
- Coordinates
- 39.66554, -105.20521
- Destination
- Denver, Colorado
- Website
- redrocksonline.com
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre: quick answers
How much time do you need at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?
Plan on about 2 hours at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?
Our pick: Sunset or summer concert. Insider tip: On non-show days, walk the Trading Post Trail and climb the amphitheatre steps free.
Is Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre free?
Yes, we list Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre as free to visit. Check the official website before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Where is Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre is at 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465, USA. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre appears on Colorado Rockies, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Denver.
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Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.