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Denver Art Museum

100 W 14th Ave Pkwy · Denver, CO

Why you should go…

The Denver Art Museum's angular titanium-and-glass Hamilton Building is a landmark in its own right, designed by Daniel Libeskind. Inside, its Indigenous Arts of North America collection is one of the largest and oldest in the country, alongside strong Western American and modern galleries. Plan at least half a day; the museum spans two connected buildings.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Denver Art Museum, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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    Colorado State Capitol

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    The Victorian home of Titanic survivor Margaret 'Molly' Brown, restored to its 1910s appearance.

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  • Sightseeing
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    16th Street

    Free

    Denver's mile-long downtown promenade, freshly rebuilt with wider walks and a free shuttle.

    0.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
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    Union Station Denver

    Free

    A restored 1914 railway depot turned grand hall of restaurants, bars, and a boutique hotel.

    1.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

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    Denver Museum of Nature & Science

    Under $25

    Dinosaur skeletons, a planetarium, and a gems-and-minerals hall overlooking City Park.

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    Dinosaur Resource Center

    Under $25

    Fossil museum with 40-plus mounted dinosaur and marine reptile skeletons plus a working fossil lab.

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