LoDo

LoDo, short for Lower Downtown, is a historic district in Denver, Colorado. Located in the northern part of downtown Denver along the South Platte River, it preserves a dense collection of brick warehouses and storefronts from the late 19th century.

The area developed as Denver’s freight and rail hub during the mining boom, with structures dating to the 1880s and 1890s. It declined in the mid-20th century but was revitalized in the 1980s through preservation efforts and adaptive reuse, leading to its current mixed-use character.

Today LoDo is a mixed-use neighborhood featuring lofts, offices, restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues. Notable sites include Coors Field (home of the Colorado Rockies), Union Station, and Larimer Square, a historic block of preserved Victorian storefronts. Wynkoop Brewing Company, established in LoDo in 1988, was among the first craft breweries in Denver and helped spur the district’s revival.

The district is designated as a historic district and is recognized for its Victorian brick architecture, narrow streets, and a concentration of nightlife and cultural venues. It remains a focal point for tourism and urban living.