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 fascinating museums.
Elitch Gardens Theme Park
Bring the children to Elitch Gardens Theme Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 theatre scene.
Confluence Park
After visiting Confluence Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Denver. Experience the great live music 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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Red Rocks Amphitheater
Red Rocks Amphitheater is a popular place to visit in Golden and nearby activities include hiking. Take in the great live music and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Auraria
Hyatt Place Peña Station/Denver Airport
When we checked in it was nice, quick and easy. We went to our room and put our stuff down before going down to get a drink. Room was spacious, comfortable, and clean. Got to the bar/restaurant area, and the poor bartender was alone with little help and constant customers incoming. All drinks were ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Denver Downtown by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hilton Denver City Center
Nothing special and felt everything had a fee.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Sonesta Denver Downtown
I did not have a pet. But I like staying here.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver
Room wasn’t ready. Hotel comped two meals. However service was awful when we tried to use the vouchers. Took 30 minutes to get drinks and 45 minutes for an appetizer that was literally toasted bread with butter. As a former Hyatt employee this entire experience was subpar. I won’t go back.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown-Convention Center
When the heater broke we were given a new room immediately. The staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 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 Union Station and Coors Field.
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 Wells Fargo Center or Fillmore Auditorium.
