River North (RiNo) transformed from industrial warehouses to Denver's most vibrant neighborhood. Murals cover every surface, craft breweries fill former factories, and some of the city's best restaurants call this home. First Friday art walks bring crowds, but any day works for exploring.
RiNo Art District
Denver's Creative Heartbeat
Must-See Spots
The Source: Food hall in a 1880s foundry building. Acorn restaurant, Crooked Stave taproom, and local vendors under one roof.
Denver Central Market: Another food hall with local vendors - butcher, bakery, tacos, pizza. More casual than The Source.
Street Art: Just walk around. Larimer between 25th and 38th is mural central. New work appears constantly.
Breweries: Ratio Beerworks, Great Divide Barrel Bar, Epic Brewing. Pick a direction and start walking.
Best Times to Visit
First Friday: Monthly art walk with gallery openings, street vendors, and crowds. The neighborhood comes alive.
Weekday afternoons: Quieter for mural photos. Breweries are mellow, restaurants take walk-ins.
Weekend nights: The party scene. Restaurants are packed, bars are buzzing.
Pro Tip: Download the RiNo Mural app to find and learn about specific murals. Or just wander - every alley has something interesting.