Denver Usa 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Downtown Denver Exploration

  • Morning: Arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN). Pick up your rental car or use public transportation like RTD buses or light rail. Check in at your hotel, such as The Oxford Hotel or The Crawford, centrally located for easy access to downtown attractions.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Denver Art Museum and the Denver Botanic Gardens. For lunch, dine at Snooze an A.M. Eatery known for creative takes on breakfast dishes.

  • Evening: Take a stroll along 16th Street Mall, enjoy dinner at Mercantile Dining & Provision, and catch a game (if in season) or performance at the Pepsi Center.

Day 2: Museums & Parks

  • Morning: Visit the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, explore the Molly Brown House Museum. Have brunch at Snooze an A.M. Eatery (if you missed it yesterday).

  • Afternoon: Spend time in City Park, check out the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art. Lunch can be had at City O’ City, a vegetarian-friendly spot.

  • Evening: Dinner at Root Down, located in Lower Highland neighborhood. End your day with a beer tasting tour at Great Divide Brewing Co. or TRVE Brewing Co.

Day 3: Red Rocks Park & Denver’s Food Truck Scene

  • Morning: Drive to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, about 20 minutes west of downtown. Explore the park, hike the trails, or attend a show (if in season).

  • Afternoon: Return to Denver and enjoy lunch from one of the many food trucks gathered at various locations like Civic Center Eats. Visit the Denver Performing Arts Complex for an afternoon matinee performance (if available).

  • Evening: Dinner at Work & Class, a farm-to-table restaurant in RiNo district. Stroll around the vibrant art galleries and murals of the RiNo Art District.

Day 4: Outdoor Adventures

  • Morning: Explore the nearby Rocky Mountains by taking a day trip to Rocky Mountain National Park or Evergreen. If time is short, consider visiting one of Denver’s many city parks for hiking and picnicking.

  • Afternoon: For lunch, grab sandwiches from Brooklyn Deli in downtown Denver before heading to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts for an afternoon show (if available).

  • Evening: Dinner at Rioja, a Spanish tapas restaurant in Larimer Square. Enjoy a cocktail or dessert at Williams & Graham, a speakeasy-style bar hidden inside a bookstore.

Day 5: Departure

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your final hours exploring any spots missed during the week or revisiting favorites. Have a leisurely brunch at El Five, offering Mediterranean small plates with stunning views of Denver’s skyline.

  • Late Afternoon: Return rental car and depart from Denver International Airport (DEN).