Steel town, chile town, river town. Where to walk, what to see and where to eat, gathered from the places listed on Visit Pueblo and Dine Pueblo.
Download the guide (PDF, 2 MB)Morning. Start downtown at the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, then walk up to El Pueblo History Museum, built on the site of the 1842 Fort Pueblo trading post.
Midday. Lunch on Union Avenue. Try a Pueblo slopper, an open-faced burger smothered in green chile, or a plate of tamales.
Afternoon. Pick one: the Pueblo Zoo in City Park, Lake Pueblo State Park, or the Weisbrod Aircraft Museum.
Evening. A taproom near the Riverwalk, then dinner downtown.
Hours change with the seasons. Call or check the website before you go.
The heart of downtown. Paths, boats, public art and restaurants line the restored river channel, and most of the places in this guide are a short walk or drive from it.
A 26-acre urban waterfront park in the heart of downtown Pueblo. Stroll or paddle the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk: lined with restaurants, public art, and seasonal events along the restored Arkansas River channel.
A free downtown gallery on the Arkansas Riverwalk displaying Portraits of Valor, photographic portraits of every living Medal of Honor recipient, the only complete collection shown outside the Pentagon.
Upscale steakhouse on the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk offering breakfast and dinner in a casually elegant setting. One of Pueblo's premier fine-dining destinations.
One of Pueblo's most beloved holiday traditions: thousands of luminarias light the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk path for a magical evening stroll through decorated downtown Pueblo.
December 5, 2026 · Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Pueblo, CO
From the 1842 Fort Pueblo trading post to the Colorado Fuel and Iron steel mill, these museums tell Pueblo’s story.
Built on the site of the original 1842 Fort Pueblo trading post, this Colorado History Museum brings Pueblo's layered history to life through immersive exhibits and actual archaeological remains.
A 37-room Victorian mansion built in 1893 for banker John Thatcher, open for guided tours of original Gilded Age furnishings and the McCrady Collection of natural curiosities. On the National Register of Historic Places.
A museum chronicling Pueblo's identity as a steel-producing city through the history of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company (CF&I), with industrial artifacts, photographs, and a research archive.
An aviation museum next to Pueblo Memorial Airport displaying over 30 military and civilian aircraft spanning WWII through the Cold War, including fighters, bombers, and transports.
A premier arts destination featuring four galleries, a children's discovery museum, a performing arts theater, and rotating exhibitions. The cultural heart of Southern Colorado since 1972.
Award-winning main branch of the Pueblo City-County Library District, featuring stunning architecture, community programs, a local history collection, and one of Southern Colorado's largest public library collections.
A state park on Pueblo Reservoir, a wildlife center on the river, and green parks in town.
Colorado's most visited state park with 4,700+ acres surrounding Pueblo Reservoir. Boating, fishing, hiking, camping, and world-class windsurfing. Open year-round with full-hookup RV sites and yurt rentals.
A 57-acre historic park on Pueblo's Northside with a botanical arboretum, Lake Clara, a 1930s bandshell, outdoor pool, public art, war memorials, picnic areas, and free walking trails.
A wildlife education center and live Raptor Center in Rock Canyon along the Arkansas River, with resident raptor exhibits, nature trails, riverside birding, and interpretive programs.
A free urban fishing and birding spot along the Arkansas River near downtown Pueblo, stocked by Colorado Parks and Wildlife with catfish, bass, crappie, and trout, and known for wintering waterfowl.
A 4-star Golf Digest-rated public 18-hole par-72 course often named one of Colorado's best golf values, with dramatic canyon terrain on Pueblo's eastern edge.
A city-owned public golf facility with an 18-hole par-70 championship course and a 9-hole executive par-30 course, plus a pro shop and on-site restaurant.
Animals, carousels and hands-on exhibits for the kids, and a theater or a race day for everyone.
Home to 400+ animals across 140+ species, the Pueblo Zoo is one of Colorado's most beloved family destinations. From African wildlife to local native species, all set within beautiful Pueblo City Park.
An accredited interactive children's museum inside the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center with rotating hands-on exhibits in arts, science, and culture for kids and families.
A summer amusement area in Pueblo City Park anchored by the 1911 George R. Williams Memorial Carousel (36 hand-carved horses, a 1920 Wurlitzer band organ), plus a miniature train and classic rides.
A 1,600-seat performing arts venue built in 1919 in historic downtown Pueblo, hosting concerts, touring shows, theater, and community events year-round.
Pueblo's longest-running community theater company, founded in 1966, presenting plays and musicals year-round at the Impossible Playhouse, a volunteer nonprofit theater.
A motorsports facility with a 2.2-mile road course and quarter-mile drag strip hosting SCCA, NASA Rocky Mountain, and vintage racing events through the season, open to spectators at scheduled events.
Restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops in the historic Union Avenue district and downtown.
Pueblo's first food hall, in the historic Holmes Hardware Building, featuring five vendor kitchens, a coffee and ice cream counter, and a central bar from breakfast through evening.
Pueblo fine-dining restaurant open for over 25 years, serving New American cuisine in a space filled with antiques and collectibles. Lunch and dinner; reservations accepted.
Homestyle Mexican restaurant on historic Union Avenue since 1998, known for tamales, chile rellenos, green chile enchiladas, and posole.
Intimate Italian dinner restaurant on historic Union Avenue serving traditional Italian cuisine. Dinner only Tuesday through Saturday; reservations recommended.
Mother-daughter-owned casual cafe on Union Avenue serving sweet and savory crepes alongside specialty coffee.
Pueblo's beloved local coffee shop. Specialty espresso, fresh pastries, and the best breakfast on Union Avenue.
Pueblo's neighborhood bakery. House-made pastries, fresh bread, seasonal cakes, and specialty coffee.
Pueblo's long-running Japanese restaurant offering hibachi, sushi, and traditional Japanese dishes with lunch and dinner service most days.
Pueblo is known for its green chile and for the slopper, an open-faced cheeseburger smothered in it. Here are the neighborhood spots listed on Dine Pueblo.
Craft beer bar and grill open since 1984, best known for Pueblo's signature slopper, an open-faced burger smothered in green chile. Also serves sandwiches, soups, and craft cocktails.
Neighborhood diner in Bessemer serving Pueblo's iconic slopper, Mexican plates, and green chile in a no-frills, homestyle setting.
Home of the original Pueblo Slopper since 1934: open-faced cheeseburger smothered in Pueblo green chile.
Pueblo Slopper legend. A hole-in-the-wall with one of the best green chile recipes in the city.
Italian-American tavern in Bessemer known for its Dutch Lunch of cured meats on crusty Italian bread, with a full bar and late-night weekend hours.
Takeout-only tamale shop in Bessemer serving traditional, scratch-made tamales from family recipes passed down through generations.
Family-owned Mexican restaurant serving Pueblo-style red and green chile dishes since the 1970s. The tamales are famous.
Family-owned Mexican restaurant and full bar specializing in hand-crafted tacos, fresh margaritas, and traditional entrees. Among the highest-rated restaurants in Pueblo.
Family Mexican restaurant and cantina serving Pueblo since 1990, known for authentic green and red chile dishes made with fresh ingredients.
Low-and-slow smoked meats, house-made sauces, and classic Southern BBQ sides.
Breakfast and lunch cafe known for handmade pastries, cinnamon rolls, and specialty coffee with a vintage vibe.
Pueblo's premier fine dining destination. Steaks, chops, and classic cocktails with panoramic views.
A Pueblo landmark since 1949. Classic American diner fare, with breakfast and lunch served all day.
House-brewed beer from downtown near the Riverwalk out to Pueblo West.
Award-winning Irish pub and craft brewery in downtown Pueblo serving house-brewed beers alongside scratch-made food and weekend brunch, near the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk.
30+ craft taps, epic burgers, and Pueblo's best beer garden on the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk.
Craft brewery in Pueblo West pouring 32 taps of house-brewed beer alongside a full kitchen menu and a dog-friendly patio.
Pueblo's original craft brewery, producing award-winning lagers and ales with a proud local identity. Named after the iconic Walter's beer brand that put Pueblo on the brewing map.
Canon City and the Royal Gorge are about 45 minutes up US-50. These are the featured partners shown on every Visit Pueblo listing page.
World-class Class III-V whitewater on the Arkansas River through the Royal Gorge canyon.
Canon City · Seasonal; check the website for dates
Zipline courses above the Royal Gorge, near the highest suspension bridge in the US.
Canon City · Seasonal; check the website for dates
Yurts, Airstreams and glamping cabins along the Arkansas River in Canon City.
Canon City · Seasonal; check the website for dates
Canon City’s outdoor dining spot with craft burgers, cold drinks, live music and mountain views.
Canon City · Seasonal; check the website for dates
Downtown Canon City’s rooftop bar: craft cocktails, shared plates and Colorado views.
Canon City · Seasonal; check the website for dates
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