Auraria Travel Guide
Denver
Popular places to visit
Ball Arena
Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Elitch Gardens Theme Park
This theme park in downtown Denver has been a family-friendly playground for over a century.
University of Colorado-Denver
Walk around the campus at University of Colorado-Denver as part of your travels around Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Confluence Park
After visiting Confluence Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Denver. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Union Station
You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Red Rocks Amphitheater
This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.
Things to do
Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver
Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views
Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket
Denver History & Culture: Small Group Walking Tour with Local Guide
Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites
Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Auraria
Hyatt Place Peña Station/Denver Airport
The beds were soft and comfortable , the sliding bathroom door was awkward and difficult to open and close. The bar was nice , and the food we ordered was really good .
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Sonesta Denver Downtown
Clean rooms, great location
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Denver Downtown
Nice views, great breakfast, nice bar and a comfortable stay!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Plaza Hotel Denver
No complementary breakfast like they said online
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Denver Downtown by IHG
Nice room
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
the Curtis Denver - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Need to search for free coffee. Staff all very nice. Not a 4star hotel by any means. 2 at best. Free cookies and water. Housekeeping mediocre.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Auraria
LoDo
Visitors often come to LoDo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Union Station and McGregor Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station.
Downtown Denver
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to 16th Street – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Lincoln Park
Art galleries, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Lincoln Park. Sights like South Platte River and Spark Theater are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Denver area at 10th - Osage Station.
Ballpark
Though Ballpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coors Field and Union Station.
Highland
Highland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by South Platte River and South Platte while in the area.
Uptown
Uptown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Fillmore Auditorium or Wells Fargo Center.
