Denver International Airport Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Denver International Airport

In 2022, Denver was the 3rd busiest passenger airport in the world with 69,286,461 passengers. It is the main gateway into theRocky Mountainsand the Interior West of the United States. The airport was opened in 1995, replacing the old Stapleton airport that was closer to the city. It was built on an expansive plot of land that would give the airport plenty of room to grow if necessary—indeed, DEN is the largest airport in the United States by total land area. The airport is notable for its unusual aesthetics and architecture, with a single centralized terminal with its distinctive peaked roof, and has become the subject of conspiracy theories.

Where to Stay in Denver International Airport

• 🏨Courtyard Denver Airport
• 🏨Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Airport
• 🏨Hampton Inn Denver-International Airport
• 🏨Westin Denver Airport

Denver International Airport Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: