Things to Do in The Highlands
Denver's most walkable neighborhood — dining, character, urban roots
Dining & Nightlife
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 6+ (Denver Beer Co., Prost Biergarten, Zuni Street Brewing, Oasis, Call to Arms, FlyteCo)
- Coffee Shops
- Blue Sparrow Coffee, Carbon Beverage (coffee-cocktail hybrid), multiple neighborhood cafes
- Farmers Market
- Highland Square area markets (seasonal)
Notable Restaurants
- Alma Fonda Fina (Michelin-starred Mexican)
- AshKara (Mediterranean/North African, Bib Gourmand)
- Wildflower (Italian-Mexican, 2025 Michelin Young Chef Award)
- Root Down (farm-to-table, converted gas station)
- Gaetano's (Italian, mid-1900s heritage)
- My Brother's Bar (Denver's oldest bar, 151 years)
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Tennyson Street Cultural District (38th–46th, galleries, music venues, boutiques)
- Public Art
- Confluence Park murals, street art throughout neighborhood
Annual Events
- Highlands Street Fair (41st annual)
- Tennyson Street First Friday Art Walk (monthly)
- Sunnyside Music Festival (free)
- Berkeley Beer Festival
- Tennyson Fall Festival
Parks & Outdoors
- Confluence Park — 2.5-mi loop, Cherry Creek + South Platte convergence, dog park, fields
- Commons Park — native prairie restoration, adjacent to South Platte River
- Cherry Creek Trail — 10–30 min bike from Highlands, extends through city
- Platte River Greenway — continuous trail system with riverside parks
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- Confluence Park dog park, Wynetka Ponds Bark Park (fully fenced)
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- Cherry Creek Trail (dog-friendly corridor), Platte River Greenway
- Vet Clinics
- Highlands Animal Clinic, Sploot Veterinary Care (Highlands), Urban Vet Care
- Dog-Friendly Patios
- Denver Beer Co., Prost Biergarten, multiple LoHi restaurants
FAQ — The Highlands
What is the commute from The Highlands to downtown Denver?
The Highlands sits approximately 1 mile west of downtown, across I-25, and is walkable or bikeable via the Highland Bridge. Off-peak trips take 5–10 minutes by car, 10–20 minutes during rush hour. LoHi residents can walk to Union Station in 10–30 minutes depending on location. Cherry Creek and Platte River trails serve as bike commute corridors.
What parks and outdoor recreation are available in The Highlands?
Confluence Park features a 2.5-mile loop at the Cherry Creek and South Platte convergence, with a dog park and playing fields. Commons Park offers native prairie restoration adjacent to the South Platte River. The Cherry Creek Trail is accessible within a 10–30 minute bike ride, and the Platte River Greenway provides a continuous riverside trail system.
What are the top restaurants and dining options in The Highlands?
The Highlands and LoHi form Denver’s densest dining corridor with 55+ bars and restaurants: • Alma Fonda Fina — Michelin-starred Mexican in LoHi • AshKara — Mediterranean/North African, Michelin Bib Gourmand • Wildflower — Italian-Mexican, 2025 Michelin Young Chef Award • Root Down — farm-to-table in a converted gas station • My Brother’s Bar — Denver’s oldest bar, 151 years • Little Man Ice Cream — Salted Oreo and Lemonade Cookie flavors