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Denver Union Station
4.5
#20 of 270 things to do in Denver
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6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Sunday
6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
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Denver Union Station is an urban transit hub and a high-energy, mixed-use destination featuring James Beard, award-winning chef-driven restaurants, locally curated retail shops, and the luxurious Crawford Hotel. Union Station is Denver's most iconic gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
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Tavernetta
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Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar
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  • Sydney
    Saint Louis, Missouri211 contributions
    So Much To Do
    Union Station is an incredible place to check out more than once! The first time my friends and I were here, we walked through some of the shops. We also took fun touristy pictures out front with the beautiful sign. We came back a few times to eat at the various restaurants. We also did a free cycling class in front of Union Station one Saturday morning, and then walked through the Saturday Farmer's Market! There's always something going on or something to do - whether it is a rainy day activity or somewhere to be on a sunny Saturday morning.
    Visited July 2022
    Written March 9, 2023
  • Ashley B
    Minden, Louisiana125 contributions
    Fun Day in Denver
    Easy to find. There is a parking garage right next to the station. Warning that it is a little expensive though. We were parked there for about 5 hours and it cost us $30. The inside of the station is very pretty. There are shops and restaurants inside. People were just hanging out there or waiting on their train. Enjoyed the time we were there.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written March 31, 2023
  • sc1009
    303 contributions
    Classy Train Station with Bar, Restaurants, Shops
    My husband and I took the train from the airport to Union Station to walk to our hotel nearby. The station is beautiful, classy, clean and busy with travelers, diners, and shoppers. We got a glass of wine from the Terminal Bar and sat in the large lobby to people watch. There are several restaurants and quick spots to grab ice cream, sandwiches, salads, as well as a Wafels & Dinges Belgian waffle counter (they are delicious). If you have some free time, it's a great place to stop by...you'll find something you like there.
    Visited May 2023
    Written June 5, 2023
  • Tammy W
    Kerrville, Texas109 contributions
    Historic Union Station was pretty
    We enjoyed seeing Union Station and catching a bite to eat from an inside vendor (sandwich shop). We ate our lunch in the lobby and enjoyed the architectural views. What we did not like about the station and area was that we did not feel especially safe. There were armed security guards in the area patrolling and that helped us feel at ease but I think the fact that it is a functioning train station attracts all different types of people.
    Visited June 2023
    Written July 2, 2023
  • Char J
    Indianapolis, Indiana243 contributions
    Nice!
    Really nice eclectic area. Great places to eat, cute shops. Outdoor dining was so pleasant. The Amtrak train stops here including an airport train. Great deal- in fact fare is free to airport during august 2023! I recommend a visit to this nice area of Denver.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written August 6, 2023
  • TexasGirl 813
    3 contributions
    Worth the visit
    Union Station is grand central station! Everything we did revolved around this location. Rode the train from the airport to union station for FREE! During July and August all RTD transportation (train, bus, railcar) are all offered FREE!
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 22, 2023
  • emcee215
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania198 contributions
    Good spot to spend time on a layover
    If you live in a big city Union Station is almost like an average train station with the hustle and bustle of all walks of city life. It is convenient from the airport to get to downtown Denver and upon arrival the first thing you notice is how beautiful the building is. However the second things is the actual station full of homeless people. There are a lot of cops around to assist and keep people moving but it can be unnerving if you aren't used to this type of city life. The restaraunts are expensive but it is a trendy location so I wasn't surprised. I couldn't see myself hangng out here for a drink or dinner unless I was killing time or meeting someone from out of town who had a layover. Ride to/from the airport is about 40/45 minutes.
    Visited June 2023
    Written August 28, 2023
  • Shortknocer
    The Woodlands, Texas454 contributions
    Great Hub
    Came in on the bus and walked right next door to catch the train to the airport. It was so nice to avoid having to use ride share to get to my airport area hotel. Fare was 10.50 and ticket at kiosk. The train was clean and quick.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written October 8, 2023
  • TarHeel
    Durham, North Carolina1,108 contributions
    Denver's Living Room
    We booked a tour with Rocky Mountaineer and our hotel ended up being in Union Station. Our guide from the train station to the hotel told us this place was in disrepair and was going to be torn down until some locals fought to save it. It's just a cool place, with restaurants, shops, the hotel, and oh yes, an actual train station. We read that this place is often referred to as Denver's living room, a great place to people watch. Our hotel stay included free coffee, free ice cream, and free drinks, so we patronized several of the establishments while taking advantage of our offers. We also walked around the area during the day and felt safe.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 8, 2023
  • Dianna P
    797 contributions
    The security guards need to be trained on how not to be rude.
    Union station is beautiful it's one of the best Union stations I've been in. I would have given it five stars but a boy that looked like he was 15 years old that was a security guard told me to get my bag off of the chair and when I asked him why he threatened to kick me out. He was like someone that would probably make a good nazi.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 3, 2023
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Alison D
Norfolk, VA5 contributions
Horrible
Feb 2022 • Family
No understanding how this could be the #1 indoor attraction in Denver. We paid $10 to park for 20 min and rode up in an elevator puddled with urine. Upon entry, the security guard told us we had to buy something in order to use the bathroom. Then we realized the amount of homeless people occupying the place and why there were puddles of pee in the elevator. Overall, this place has a sad/weird vibe and not sure why it would be classified as something other than a glorified train station. Definitely not a place to “visit” except if you’re taking a train. Yuck!
Written February 23, 2022
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Wright
Tampa, FL84 contributions
Review
Sep 2020
This building is essentially the heart of the city. It has so much to offer. It has restaurants, stores, hotel, and transportation. I would highly recommend taking a tour while in the city to learn about the history of the this building and much more.
Written November 11, 2020
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Gary G
Rockport, TX121 contributions
Too many homeless
Jan 2020 • Couples
Recently I stopped into the fabulous Union Station for a cocktail at the Terminus Bar. We were appalled at the number of homeless allowed to squat in the main area. It is too bad the city of Denver cannot curb this problem. Not only are many homeless in the city, we residents cannot enjoy the fruits of the city without marijuana, homeless and lack of city struture.
Written January 13, 2020
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Spiegs1968
Mechanicsburg, PA745 contributions
Amazing Transformation
Feb 2020 • Couples
I hadn’t been to Union Station in more than 10 years when it was just a shabby station that had virtually no services. We went in today and observed the amazing transformation. Clean, hip, updated with shopping, food options and trendy bars plus the luxury Crawford hotel. Security appears on top of ensuring the large (and sometimes scary) homeless population dies not accost legitimate patrons.
Written February 1, 2020
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Luke D
19 contributions
Find an alternative.
Aug 2021 • Solo
Walk around rather than through. Consider getting off at the Ball Arena station so you can avoid union station, especially the bus station.
Parking situation is horrible, if you're going to consider taking the amtrak somewhere rather than driving, it's pretty killer to pay as much in parking as you would a cheap plane ticket. Not often Denver should follow the lead of Baltimore, but that's the case here sadly.
If you're taking the Bustang or Snowstang west definitely use the Federal Center instead.
Written March 27, 2022
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CINDYROSE720
Denver, CO966 contributions
Clean and lots of shops!
Jan 2020 • Solo
2020-January.

The Denver Union Station is divided into 2 sections.

The 1st one has railroad tracks that heads out to the airport.

Further north, are tracks that heads south and west.

The station is filled with gift shops, quick bite restaurants, charging tables, and benches. The high vaulted ceiling looks cool too!

Women's bathroom had 9 stalls and clean.

The station is constantly monitored so no homeless people will squat anywhere inside it.

Written January 28, 2020
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Eddie
108 contributions
Architectural beauty
Feb 2020 • Solo
If well designed buildings with detailed craftsmanship tickle your fancy, be sure to have your best eyes available. With three gorgeous blue windows to reflect the Denver sky and the bronco orange in the lighting, Union station screams Denver. One might notice the lions head atop of the supports going down to the overhang. No area left untouched with precision. A timeless standstill to the foundation of the city.
Written February 25, 2020
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Tracie
Lakeland, TN25 contributions
Kinda Sketchy
Apr 2021
Very pretty place but not the place for a family on Friday night. We saw a pick pocket in action and a bunch of drunks, one who threw a drink after a screaming and cussing match. Didn't feel very safe. I would recommend visiting during the day.
Written April 8, 2021
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MarkLBoston
Boston, MA166 contributions
Renovation done right
Jan 2020 • Solo
When the historic Denver Union Station was renovated, they planned it first as a transportation hub. So stores and restaurants reflect the needs of travelers, as well as the local culture. Well done! Food service is fast, but it’s better than fast food chains. The large bar also reminds you of the nightlife in the neighborhood close to the station. It’s not just the stopping point for the Amtrak train between Chicago and the San Francisco area, it’s also where you get the commuter rail to the airport, many local bus lines, and within walking distance of many Denver attractions. So it’s busy, and it serves its busy travelers well with services they’ll appreciate as they hurry to their final destinations.
Written January 6, 2020
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TreyS443
Murfreesboro, TN6 contributions
People watching spot
May 2021 • Couples
Went late after all the shops and restaurants there were closed except for a bar in the front. Large open vaultuous room with seating for variety and surrounded by the various shops almost like a mall. Light rail system stops here so you have all different types of people coming through. Had drinks from the bar and sat and people watched at around 9 or 10. Drink from the bar up front was gross - had liquid smoke or something in it. But it was strong so we got some real laughs just sitting and watching.
Written May 25, 2021
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