LoDo Denver Guide | Lower Downtown Denver, Colorado

Denver's Original Neighborhood

LoDo—short for Lower Downtown—is where Denver began. This 23-block historic district features over 100 Victorian-era warehouses now housing some of the city's best restaurants, rooftop bars, and nightlife. It's walkable, energetic, and the beating heart of downtown Denver.

The neighborhood stretches from Union Station to Coors Field, anchored by the iconic Larimer Square. Former warehouses that once stored mining equipment now house craft breweries and upscale restaurants. It's history meeting modernity in the best possible way.

Game days bring crowds to Coors Field for Rockies baseball, but LoDo thrives year-round. Weekend nights pack the rooftop bars, Sunday brunches spill onto patios, and the free 16th Street Mall shuttle connects everything. Whether you want craft cocktails, live music, or late-night tacos, LoDo delivers.

LoDo Highlights

Don't miss these spots

Coors Field

Baseball & Beyond

Home of the Colorado Rockies with stunning mountain views from the upper decks. The Rooftop bar is open to non-ticketed guests during games. Tours available on non-game days.

Larimer Square

Historic Block

Denver's oldest block features upscale dining, boutique shopping, and twinkling lights year-round. The preserved Victorian buildings house Rioja, TAG, and other top restaurants.

Union Station

Transit & Social Hub

The restored 1914 station anchors LoDo with restaurants, bars, and the Crawford Hotel. The Great Hall is Denver's living room—perfect for people-watching and craft cocktails.

Dairy Block

Food Hall & Alley

Charming pedestrian alley connecting Wazee to 18th. Denver Milk Market food hall, Seven Grand whiskey bar, and boutique Maven Hotel. Instagram-worthy at every turn.

Wynkoop Brewing

Colorado's First Brewpub

John Hickenlooper founded this brewery in 1988, sparking Denver's craft beer revolution. Great beer, solid pub food, and pool tables upstairs. A piece of Denver history.

16th Street Mall

Pedestrian Spine

Mile-long pedestrian promenade with free shuttle buses. Connects LoDo to Capitol Hill through shops, restaurants, and street performers. Currently under renovation but still accessible.

Best Bars & Nightlife

Rooftop Bars: ViewHouse, 54thirty, and The Red Barber offer skyline views and summer vibes. Arrive before sunset for best seating and golden hour photos.

Dive Bars: My Brother's Bar (Denver's oldest) and El Chapultepec (jazz since 1933) offer authentic neighborhood character. Cash-only at El Chapultepec.

Cocktail Lounges: Williams & Graham (speakeasy behind a bookshelf), Death & Co (NYC transplant), and Cooper Lounge at Union Station elevate the cocktail game.

Game Day: Jackson's and Blake Street Tavern pack in sports fans. Arrive 2 hours early for a spot on game days. Post-game celebrations spill into the streets.

Getting Around LoDo

Walking: LoDo is Denver's most walkable neighborhood. Everything worth seeing fits within a 20-minute stroll. Wear comfortable shoes for brick sidewalks.

16th Street Mall Shuttle: Free buses run every few minutes down the pedestrian mall, connecting Union Station to Civic Center. Hop on and off at will.

Parking: Street parking is limited and metered until 10pm. Lots at Union Station and near Coors Field charge $10-20 depending on events. Consider rideshare for nights out.

B-Cycle: Denver's bike share has stations throughout LoDo. Perfect for connecting to nearby RiNo or the Cherry Creek Trail.

More Colorado Main Streets

Love walkable downtown districts? Explore these Colorado favorites

Old Town Fort Collins: College-town charm meets craft beer capital. Historic buildings, local shops, and Colorado's best brewery scene.

Main Street Breckenridge: Victorian storefronts at 9,600 feet. Colorado's quintessential ski town main drag.

Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park: Mountain town main street with taffy shops, galleries, and elk wandering through.

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