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Larimer Square, Denver, CO

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Larimer Square

Larimer St between 14th and 15th Sts · Denver, CO

Why you should go…

Larimer Square is the 1400 block of Larimer Street, the oldest commercial block in Denver, laid out in 1858 during the Pikes Peak gold rush. Most of its brick and stone buildings date from the 1870s to the 1890s and now hold shops, restaurants and event spaces. It became the city's first designated historic district in 1971 after preservationist Dana Crawford fought its demolition. It is an easy block to walk, and it is known for seasonal lighting displays.

  • #historic district
  • #shopping
  • #restaurants
  • #downtown denver

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

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

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

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

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Union Station Denver

    Free

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

    0.4 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Ball Arena

    Under $25

    Catch a Denver Nuggets or Colorado Avalanche game, a touring concert, or a behind-the-scenes tour at this downtown Denver arena.

    0.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    16th Street

    Free

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

    0.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Iconic

    Coors Field

    $25–$50

    Catch a Rockies game or take a behind-the-scenes tour of the downtown ballpark with its mile-high purple row.

    0.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Tours
    Free

    Denver Mint

    Free

    Take a free guided tour of a working U.S. Mint and learn how circulating coins are produced.

    0.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Colorado State Capitol

    Free

    A gold-domed 1894 capitol building exactly one mile above sea level, with free public tours.

    1.0 mi awayMore like this