Timeline
10:00
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
Arrive at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver right when it opens at 10:00 on Saturday or Sunday. Beat the crowds and enjoy the relaxed, open environment. Visit the rooftop deck for 360-degree views of the city skyline before the midday heat sets in.
11:15
Walk six minutes to Olive & Finch for a relaxed lunch. Order at the counter and take a seat on the patio to people-watch. The deli counter serves grab-and-go sandwiches and coffee, perfect for a casual daytime meal.
12:00
Stroll seven minutes west-northwest to Confluence Park. This spot sits at the confluence of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River. It is a favorite summertime spot for locals, but even in cooler months, the riverwalk offers a scenic and quiet end to your morning.
Local tip
The museum is closed Monday. If you visit on a weekday, the opening time is 12:00, so adjust your start time accordingly. Olive & Finch is open daily from 07:00 to 21:00.
Check before you go
- Museum of Contemporary Art Denver is open Tu-Th 12:00-19:00; Fr 12:00-21:00; Sa,Su 10:00-17:00.
- Olive & Finch is open Mo-Su 07:00-21:00.
- Confluence Park is a public park and accessible during daylight hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Denver (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).