Things to do in Arvada

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Arvada
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Photo by Amanda Wendt
Photo by Amanda Wendt
Photo by Amanda Wendt
Photo by Amanda Wendt
Photo by Ryan Carlos
Photo by Ryan Carlos

Arvada Attractions

Smaller cities have a charisma about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Take a note of all the fun things to see and do in Arvada before you travel so you can squeeze the most out of your vacation. You'll soon learn that bigger isn't always better!

Discover the best sights in Arvada with some unique tours & day trips, or check out our list of {199 fun activities in Arvada fun activities in Arvada}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can rest easy and concentrate on planning the vacation of a lifetime.

Recommended things to do in Arvada

Number of things to do
199
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour: $5
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

What to do in Arvada

Free Things to Do in Arvada

Leave your purse in the hotel. It's a snap to amuse yourself in Arvada without handing over a cent.

Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge - Renew your mind, body and soul by spending a little time in nature.

 

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Union Station showing heritage architecture, signage and a city

Union Station

4.5/5(1,963 reviews)

Combining transit, accommodations, shopping, dining, and events, this landmark building in downtown Denver offers history and excitement in the Mile High City.

Union Station
Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theater scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

4.5/5(1,985 reviews)

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Colorado Convention Center

Colorado Convention Center

4.5/5(685 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Colorado Convention Center, a top convention center in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.

Colorado Convention Center
Even if we aren't winning, the view is still breathtaking! #Sunset

Empower Field at Mile High

4.5/5(882 reviews)

Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Empower Field at Mile High
Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies is a fantastic venue for baseball. Get a seat along first base for spectacular views of the Rocky Mountain front range and sunsets. Sit along the third base for the most shade. Don’t miss a mile high photo op at the 20th row in the 300 section marked by a row of purple seats. #milehighcity #coorsfield #denver #LifeAtExpedia

Coors Field

4.5/5(1,136 reviews)

Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Coors Field
Denver Zoo which includes zoo animals and marine life

Denver Zoo

4.5/5(1,157 reviews)

This zoo started with a single bear. Now, it’s an award-winning tourist destination housing more than 3,500 animals.

Denver Zoo
Nuggets vs Spurs. Go Spurs Go!!!! This one was one of my best nights ever! Too bad I had to watch spurs playing w the nuggets as local! But we still beat them 😉 yeah!

Ball Arena

4.5/5(1,108 reviews)

Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.

Ball Arena
It's always interesting to walk around universities and see the different types of architecture. This is the University of Denver founded in 1864 and the oldest private university in the Rocky Mountain region #trovember

University of Denver

4/5(688 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Denver during your stay in Denver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

University of Denver
Denver showing cbd

16th Street

4.5/5(3,026 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at 16th Street during your stay in Denver. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

16th Street

 

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Popular day trips from Arvada

Beautiful autumn day in Denver showcasing vibrant foliage and serene lakeside park activity

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Butterfly Pavilion showing cuddly or friendly animals

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