Nestled in the heart of downtown Denver, CU Denver’s students have immediate access to the things that make the Mile High City unique, from championship sports teams to the iconic Union Station, award-winning restaurants, a vibrant cultural scene and….well, we could go on and on.  

But there’s one unique asset that takes our breath away on a regular basis: Colorado’s views. With bluebird skies above, the epic Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, and downtown Denver’s skyscrapers in the foreground, CU Denver’s urban campus blends seamlessly with the city. But there are a few must-see spots for spectacular vistas that we recommend. Check them out on your next trip to campus!  

Perfect Views

• Larimer Square is always festive with flags strewn above the historic street, but this month, CU Denver is on full display. Stop by the square for a selfie under the “Meet Your Moment” flags and tag @cudenver when you post on Instagram.  

• On a sunny day, there’s something special about the deep-orange bricks of the Tivoli Student Union juxtaposed against the Colorado sky (and you can soak it all in during a picnic lunch on the grassy quad).  

• CU Denver’s Experience Gallery is tucked in the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. The next time you stop by the gallery, stroll through the complex, where you can catch views of the traffic on Speer and a beautiful panorama of the Auraria Higher Education Campus (and the mountains).  

• The Cherry Creek runs through campus and down to Confluence Park, where you can watch kayakers, bikers, and city dwellers doing their best to relax and enjoy a bit of nature in the middle of the city.  

• On campus, murals adorn the sides of many buildings, and we’re partial to the ones brightening the facades of Student Commons and City Heights Residence Hall. Painted by CU Denver alum and world-renowned artist Detour, the murals show other CU Denver alums who are making an impact in their communities.  

• Whether covered in fluffy snow in the winter or sheltered by the leafy branches of wise old trees in the summer, the Ninth Street Historic Park offers an important opportunity for students to learn about the past while planning for their futures.