Things to Do in Central, Denver

Several shopping and business districts, 50 parks, and a recreation center. It's built on the site of the former Stapleton International Airport, which closed in 1995.

  • FlatIron CrossingShopping Mall
  • The TatarianCocktail Bar
  • Fort GreeneCocktail Bar

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Central in Denver

Top things to do in Central

  • FlatIron Crossing

    FlatIron Crossing

    4.4 · 11.2k
    Shopping Mall

    This bustling shopping mall is home to more than 200 specialty retailers, a multiplex & restaurants.

  • M2 Confections

    M2 Confections

    Chocolate Shop

Where to eat & drink in Central

  • The Tatarian

    The Tatarian

    4.7 · 484
    Cocktail Bar· $20–30

    Elegant, creative seasonal cocktails star at this compact, contemporary bar & lounge.

  • Fort Greene

    Fort Greene

    4.7 · 480
    Cocktail Bar· $10–20

    American classics & cocktails crafted with local spirits presented in a warm, bygone atmosphere.

  • Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

    Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

    4.8 · 276
    Cocktail Bar· $10–20
    Mon
    7:30 AM – 2 PM
    Tue–Thu
    7:30 AM – 8 PM
    Fri
    7:30 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 2 PM
  • East Fax Tap

    East Fax Tap

    4.8 · 233
    Bar· $10–20
    Mon–Wed
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • The Peach Crease Club

    The Peach Crease Club

    4.8 · 158
    Bar· $20–30
    Mon
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Tue–Thu
    Closed
    Fri
    4 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    4 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 10 PM
  • Istanbul Cafe and Bakery

    Istanbul Cafe and Bakery

    4.8 · 337
    Coffee Shop· $10–20
  • Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs

    Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs

    4.6 · 2.3k
    Sandwich Shop· $10–20

    Laid-back sandwich-shop chain for creative toasted subs, plus snacks & desserts.

  • Lucina Eatery & Bar

    Lucina Eatery & Bar

    4.8 · 549
    Latin American· $30–80
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    4 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed

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Map of Central with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1FlatIron Crossing
  2. 2The Tatarian
  3. 3Fort Greene
  4. 4Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails
  5. 5East Fax Tap
  6. 6The Peach Crease Club
  7. 7M2 Confections
  8. 8Istanbul Cafe and Bakery
  9. 9Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs
  10. 10Lucina Eatery & Bar

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