Things to Do in Central Business District, Denver The Central Business District features the 16th Street Mall, lined with over 300 shops and restaurants, and is home to the Colorado Convention Center and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
Plan Denver Plan your Denver trip Free · and No sign-up By TripSapien · Updated October 20, 2026
Home / Things to do in Denver / Neighborhoods / Central Business District Top things to do in Central Business District
Where the Buffalo Roam Denver ★ 4.6 · 329
Kitschy gift shop for Colorado-themed novelties & clothing.
Every day 10 AM – 8 PM
Denver Pavilions ★ 4.4 · 9.2k
This shopping mall offers over 40 restaurants, shops, & entertainment venues, plus indoor parking.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 7 PM
Fri 10 AM – 8 PM
Sat 10 AM – 8 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM Where to eat & drink in Central Business District
Guard and Grace ★ 4.7 · 4.6k· $100+
Guard and Grace occupies an enviable location at the base of the 56-floor Brookfield Building in downtown Denver.
Mon 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Tue–Thu 11 AM – 2 PM, 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Fri 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun 4 PM – 10:30 PM
54thirty Rooftop ★ 4.7 · 3.8k· $$$
On the 20th-floor roof of Le Méridien hotel, this open-air lounge offers panoramas & fire pits.
Mon–Wed 2 PM – 12:30 AM
Thu 2 PM – 1 AM
Fri 12 PM – 1 AM
Sat 12 PM – 1 AM
Sun 12 PM – 11 PM
Sam's No. 3 ★ 4.6 · 10.8k· $10–30
Circa-1927 kitschy diner dishing up big helpings of comfort food from breakfast through dinner.
Mon–Tue 7 AM – 2 PM
Wed 7 AM – 8 PM
Thu 6 AM – 8 PM
Fri 6 AM – 10 PM
Sat 7 AM – 10 PM
Sun 7 AM – 8 PM
Union Lodge No.1 ★ 4.8 · 1.2k· $20–50
Cool bar serving 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glam, Prohibition-era environs.
Mon–Wed 5 PM – 11 PM
Thu–Fri 5 PM – 1 AM
Sat 5 PM – 1 AM
Sun 5 PM – 11 PM
Corinne Denver ★ 4.7 · 6.4k· $$
Upscale American eatery and bar with a warm, relaxed vibe at the stylish Le Méridien hotel.
Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 11 PM
Sat 7 AM – 11 PM
Sun 7 AM – 11 PM
West Saloon & Kitchen ★ 4.6 · 2.0k· $20–30
Old-fashioned saloon-style eatery with a patio dishing up hearty burgers, steaks, and beer on tap.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Fri 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Savina's Mexican Kitchen - Downtown Denver ★ 4.4 · 4.9k· $20-30
Family-run kitchen known for traditional Mexican meals, margaritas, and an upscale-rustic atmosphere.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 9 PM
Fri 11 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
XSO Night Club ★ 4.5 · 288· $10–70
A nightclub in Denver offering dancing and drinks.
Mon–Wed Closed
Thu–Fri 9 PM – 2 AM
Sat 9 PM – 2 AM
Sun 2 PM – 9 PM
Done Deal By Troy Guard · $10–40
A downtown Denver cocktail destination, it features craft cocktails, curated bites, happy hour, and an elevated after-work atmosphere in a stylish lounge.
Mon–Fri 3 PM – 8 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Maggiano's Little Italy ★ 4.5 · 4.8k· $20–60
Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 10 PM
Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe ★ 4.5 · 411· $10–20
Mon–Thu 6 AM – 5 PM
Fri 6 AM – 4 PM
Sat 7 AM – 4 PM
Sun 7 AM – 4 PM
Appaloosa Grill ★ 4.3 · 3.3k· $20-30
Airy, employee-owned bar with eclectic menu of refined American comfort fare & live music nightly.
Every day 11 AM – 1 AM
Elway's Downtown ★ 4.3 · 1.5k· $100+
NFL quarterback John Elway's fancy chophouse seving upscale steak & sides with fine wines.
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 8:30 PM
Fri 7 AM – 9:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – 9:30 PM
Sun 8 AM – 8:30 PM More about Central Business District Union Station and Larimer Square are also nearby, offering a mix of dining and entertainment options.
Planning time in Central Business District?
Add your dates and we'll check every place for closures, limited hours, and booking needs before you go.
Pick your dates Central Business District map Ranked using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
1 Guard and Grace 2 54thirty Rooftop 3 Sam's No. 3 4 Union Lodge No.1 5 Where the Buffalo Roam Denver 6 Denver Pavilions 7 Corinne Denver 8 West Saloon & Kitchen 9 Savina's Mexican Kitchen - Downtown Denver 10 XSO Night Club Ready to plan Central Business District? Turn these Central Business District picks into a day-by-day Denver plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
Plan my Denver trip
Guard and GraceSteakhouse
54thirty RooftopRooftop Bar
Sam's No. 3Breakfast
