Explore Downtown Denver
As a CU Denver Lynx, you get to live and learn in the heart of downtown Denver.
Life in the Mile High City
From restaurants to entertainment, there’s a reason Denver is one of the fastest growing cities. The best things to see and do in downtown Denver are just steps away from our campus—like concerts at the Ball Arena, shows at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and games at Empower Field at Mile High.
Sunshine
Denver boasts 300 days of sunshine a year. That’s more annual sunny weather than San Diego or Miami Beach.
Altitude
Denver is exactly 5,280 feet above sea level. The high altitude makes the air thinner and the sky bluer.
Sports
Denver has seven professional sports teams: baseball, football, hockey, soccer, basketball, rugby, and lacrosse.
Sustainability
Denver is emerging as a model for sustainable cities, with LEED-certified buildings, renewable energy companies, and citywide composting.
Food
Denver grows fresh produce throughout the city, including at the Colorado Convention Center’s Blue Bear Farm.
Mountains
Located near the Rocky Mountains, the city enjoys panoramic views of the mountains.
Transportation
Denver has convenient public transportation options including buses, rails, light rails, and more than 196 on-street bike lanes. The city also offers car, bike, and electric scooter rentals.
Arts
Denver is a creative hub for the arts, from large museums such as the Denver Art Museum to small galleries and creative districts.
Parks
There are more than 200 parks within Denver city limits and more than 20,000 acres of parks in the nearby mountains.
Build and Launch Your Career in Denver
Downtown Denver isn’t just home to our campus—it’s where many of our students and graduates work. Denver’s thriving business community creates opportunities for internships, jobs, and other work experiences.
