Looking for Denver souvenirs that aren't generic tourist junk? For quality local goods, head to I Heart Denver Store (200+ Colorado artists), Tattered Cover (books and postcards), or Cry Baby Ranch (authentic western wear). For quick cheap gifts, any 16th Street Mall shop works. Best edible souvenirs: local hot sauce, Huckleberry coffee, or Colorado craft beer.
I Heart Denver Store
1530 Blake St, Denver (RiNo) · (720) 865-8566
This is the real deal. Over 200 Colorado artists sell their stuff here. Not mass-produced garbage - actual handmade items from people who live here.
Best buys: Local artist prints ($20-40), handmade jewelry ($30-100), Denver neighborhood maps ($25). Skip the t-shirts unless you find a unique design.
Tattered Cover Book Store
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver (Union Station) · (303) 436-7202
Denver's legendary bookstore. The souvenir section is small but solid. Colorado history books make great gifts for readers.
Best buys: "Colorado: A History of the Centennial State" ($30), local author books, vintage Denver postcards ($2-5).
Cry Baby Ranch
1422 Larimer St, Denver (LoDo) · (303) 623-7699
Western wear that's actually cool. Not costume cowboy stuff - things people actually wear in Colorado.
Best buys: Vintage belt buckles ($40-80), authentic cowboy hats ($100+), retro Denver signs ($30-50). Expensive but unique.
Artisan Center
2757 Larimer St, Denver (RiNo) · (303) 292-3939
All local makers. Prices range from $10 stocking stuffers to $500 art pieces. Quality varies but generally good.
Best buys: Pottery ($25-60), Colorado-themed candles ($20), small art prints ($15-30).
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
1512 Larimer St, Denver (Larimer Square) · (303) 534-1200
Look, it's overpriced chocolate. But if you need edible souvenirs for coworkers, it works. The fudge is actually decent.
Expect to pay: $8-15 per box. Get the chocolate-covered Oreos if you're going to cave.
Where the Buffalo Roam
1616 16th St Mall, Denver · (303) 534-6255
Peak tourist shop energy. Colorado flag everything. But sometimes you just need a $15 Denver t-shirt and they have every size.
What's actually decent: The Colorado flag socks ($10), beer koozies ($5), magnets for grandma ($3-7).
Welcome to Denver Store
1536 Larimer St, Denver (Larimer Square) · (303) 825-3025
Generic souvenir warehouse. Same stuff as everywhere else but they have 3XL sizes and decent prices.
Only go if: You forgot to buy something and your flight is in 2 hours.
Five Green Boxes
1529 S Pearl St, Denver (South Pearl) · (303) 777-0848
Quirky home goods and gifts. Half the stuff makes no sense but in a good way. Not downtown but worth the trip.
Best finds: Weird Colorado-themed kitchen stuff ($20-40), actually funny greeting cards ($5), random vintage finds.
Talulah Jones
1122 E 17th Ave, Denver (Uptown) · (303) 832-2828
Not specifically Denver-themed but great for unique gifts. Good spot if you need something nice for kids.
Worth it for: Fancy stationery ($15-30), unique kids' books ($20), jewelry that doesn't scream "tourist" ($40-100).
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best souvenir shop in downtown Denver?
I Heart Denver Store at 1530 Blake St in RiNo. They carry products from over 200 Colorado artists—handmade jewelry, local art prints, and unique Denver-themed items you won't find in generic tourist shops.
Where can I buy cheap Denver souvenirs?
Any shop on 16th Street Mall has budget options. Where the Buffalo Roam and Welcome to Denver Store have Colorado flag socks ($10), magnets ($3-7), and t-shirts ($15). They're all basically the same inventory.
What are good edible souvenirs from Denver?
Local hot sauce from Savory Spice Shop ($8-12), Huckleberry Roasters coffee ($16/bag), Colorado craft beer (if you can transport it), or Stranahan's whiskey from any liquor store. Skip the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory unless you need bulk gifts for coworkers.
Are Denver airport souvenir shops worth it?
Only as a last resort—everything costs 2-3x more. They do have Colorado Avalanche and Broncos gear if you forgot. Better to buy in the city and pack it.
Can I bring cannabis products home as souvenirs?
No. Cannabis cannot legally leave Colorado. Don't try to take it through the airport or across state lines—it's a federal offense regardless of your home state's laws.
Where do locals shop for Colorado gifts?
I Heart Denver Store, Artisan Center, and Cry Baby Ranch for quality items. For food gifts, locals hit the Colorado section at King Soopers grocery stores—same products as gift shops at fraction of the price.