Auraria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Ball Arena
Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Elitch Gardens Theme Park
Spend an action-packed day at this thrilling theme park, which mixes traditional charm with state-of-the-art rides.
University of Colorado-Denver
Walk around the campus at University of Colorado-Denver as part of your travels around Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Confluence Park
After visiting Confluence Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Denver. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Union Station
You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Red Rocks Amphitheater
Towering monoliths create perfect acoustic conditions and a unique concert venue, all thanks to the magic of Mother Nature.
Activities
Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket
Shared Half-Day Mountain Tour in Red Rocks Evergreen and Echo Lake
Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket
Denver: Puff Pass and Painting Class
Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views
Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites
Our pick of the best Auraria Hotel Deals
Hilton Denver City Center
Great place to stay, everything is walking distance.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Denver Downtown
Perfect
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
the staff Samantha, Jack& Branden from Valet and Mathew outstanding Service Amazing team and I hope the hotel owners take great care of these Bespoke staff They helped me after a very long drive from Nashville, I was exhausted. Thank you you all for being so amazing
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver
Staff was absolutely amazing and professional. Attended to every need that we had. Quick service. Super clean and th place is so pretty! Jacob at the cafe was exceptional! Made a great iced hazelnut latte for me every morning and it was consistent everyday! That says a lot! 10/10 would stay here ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown Convention Center
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Teatro
Beautiful property. Very nice lobby and rooms.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Auraria
LoDo
Visitors often come to LoDo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Union Station and McGregor Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station.
Downtown Denver
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to 16th Street – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Jefferson Park
Travellers like the seafood restaurants in Jefferson Park, and Children's Museum of Denver is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Lincoln Park
Art galleries, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Lincoln Park. Sights like South Platte River and Spark Theater are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Denver area at 10th - Osage Station.
Ballpark
Though Ballpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Union Station and Coors Field.
Sun Valley
Well liked for its live music and theatres, Sun Valley is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Empower Field at Mile High and South Platte River, and jump on the metro at Decatur Federal Station to get around the city.
