The Highlands neighborhood in Denver is a fast-growing neighborhood of small restaurants, bars, and boutique stores just northwest of downtown Denver. The Highlands neighborhood has even been featured in Travel + Leisure Magazine and National Geographic Traveler!
Highlands Neighborhood History
Highlands is located just outside Downtown Denver in the area south of 38th Ave. and between I-25 and Federal Blvd. Founded in 1858, the Highlands area became home to many immigrants during its early years. Clues to the Highlands’ unique history can be found around the area, from Scottish and Spanish street names to the specific style of St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
The turn into the 21st Century brought significant changes, most notably through the “Denver Millenium Bridge and Platte River Bridge” construction connecting the Highlands more with Denver. The Highlands’ eclectic architecture is just one element that makes Highlands such a popular destination for young families, business professionals, and other city lovers.
Highlands Community Highlights
The thriving neighborhood even has its own art walk each month! Every first Friday of the month galleries and artist open their doors and display their work. Tennyson Street transforms into a bustling art fair offering and displaying painting, photography, and even Chinese scrolls and stage costumes.
Some of the upcoming summer events in the Highlands area are the Highlands Street Fair in June, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival in July, and more. Check out other events in the Highlands on the Denver Post’s website here.
Local Eats Near Firehaus Pilates in the Highlands
Need a little caffeine boost before or after a workout? Around the corner from Firehaus Pilates in the Highlands is Black Eye Coffee, a unique coffee bar to relax in after a Pilates class.
If you’re looking for a full meal, just east on 38th and slightly north on Tennyson Street is Hops and Pie, a taproom with beers and artisan pizzas. We also recommend Sushi Hai south on Lowell Blvd. for some of Colorado’s best sushi. This sleek Japanese restaurant focuses on making sushi rolls with a modern twist.