Denver Union Station is a very large, very grand structure designed to help human beings move from…read moreone spot on the Earth to another. I did not ride a train here. I simply walked inside, stared at the ceiling, drank coffee, and conducted myself like a person who had accidentally discovered that a transportation building can be a tourist attraction. The central room is called the Great Hall, and it is appropriately named. It features sixty-foot arched ceilings, giant chandeliers, and Beaux-Arts masonry that suggests important historical figures in dramatic clothing ought to be striding through the doors. The original station opened in 1881, burned down in 1894 because wooden structures are vulnerable to fire, and was rebuilt in 1914. A century later, after a long period of quiet decline, it was reimagined as a combination of train terminal, boutique hotel called The Crawford, cocktail venue known as the Terminal Bar, and general indoor living room for the public. It should be noted that it is not meant to stand in as a bedroom, however, as my friend was sternly warned about napping there by a camera guided security officer. If you look closely, the building contains small physical clues about the past. There are display cases showing forgotten items recovered from the original wooden waiting benches, vintage railroad artifacts, and framed architectural blueprints from 1914. These objects serve as physical proof that millions of long-gone citizens once sat in this exact space holding tickets to towns that have since changed beyond recognition or disappeared entirely. I stood with a hot beverage and watched the endless parade of organisms. There were hurried commuters, confused tourists, hotel guests with rolling suitcases, and individuals who had entered for no apparent reason other than that the room was warm and visually pleasing. Outside, Wynkoop Plaza connects the granite building to the Lower Downtown neighborhood with splash fountains and outdoor benches. You can buy a cocktail, eat an expensive meal, or sit on a plush couch and contemplate the sheer volume of human lives that have intersected under this roof over the past one hundred and forty years. I cannot report on whether the Amtrak trains operate according to their printed schedules. Based on my personal experience, I would doubt it, but that is hardly the fault of the station. I have no opinion regarding the cushioning of the waiting room chairs. I did not inspect the platform boarding platforms. I came strictly to observe a magnificent survivor made of stone and iron, and the station performed its duty. Sometimes the most satisfying place to arrive is the building originally constructed to send you somewhere else.

Denver was awash in various independent railroads before consolidation into four major carriers by…read more1880 with freight and passenger depots scattered all over town and a giant traffic jam of horse carts ferrying people, luggage, and freight back and forth. The big four finally wised up, created a consortium, and built the first Union Station in 1881. The original building only lasted until 1894 when an electrical fire destroyed the central hall and 180-foot clock tower. The stone wings survived and a Romanesque central hall was quickly rebuilt. This was demolished and replaced with today's Beaux-Arts Great Hall in 1914. The station was close to abandoned in the 1990s as train travel declined with only two Amtrak trains per day. A massive redevelopment in 2014 converted the station to a multi-modal transit hub including an underground bus terminal for RTD and Greyhound, light and heavy rail, Amtrak, and the 16th Street FreeRide. The Great Hall has been completely restored and now boasts multiple boutique shops, restaurants, bars, and the elegant Crawford Hotel, built into the upper floors. The outdoor Wynkoop Plaza has seating for several restaurants plus a splash pad with computer-programmed water jets that gets lots of attention on hot days. Following the plaza out of the rear (north) side of the building leads to the tracks for heavy rail (Amtrak, the A-line to the airport, and the B-, G-, and N-lines). Continuing to the north is Lightrail Plaza with the RTD C, D, E, L, R, and W routes. The terminus for the 16th Street FreeRide is tucked behind this. The redevelopment of Union Station has been an enormous success. The multi-modal system works great. The bars, shops, and restaurants have been very popular and the Great Hall is comfortable and stunning. This is one of my favorite spots in Denver.

An easy and convenient way to get from the Northwest suburbs into downtown Denver or perhaps to go…read moreall the way to the airport, this station has a large multi-story parking deck and some street parking. I have no idea how much the parking costs because I found a free street parking space both times I was here. There are automated ticket vending machines on the platform and you will absolutely want to buy a ticket. All four times I rode the train, there was a conductor checking for fares. The train is clean and comfortable enough. It's only a 12 minute run from Westminster to Union station so I suppose it wouldn't be too bad if it was crowded during the rush hour runs. Three stars because the train only runs every hour. That's a big gap between trains!

Nice and clean. Brand new obviously and they are still adding on aesthetically. Be nice for the…read moretrain to stop by more often and run later but Westminster is a bit "out of the way" to most. Free street parking but you'll likely be using the garage. Supposedly the price goes up for parking and of October (2016) but to what fee is unclear at this time. Used the train for the first time going downtown for Great American Beer Festival so that was convenient. Not drinking and driving etc. only pain is the last train to Westminster/Arvada is around 10:20. For people wanting to stay out later it's nice to drive. Still the train took about eleven minutes into Union Station and around fourteen to get back to Westminster. Would ride again.

The price is right. The trains are not that clean, but we felt safe. While it took us 2 hours to…read moreget from Denver International Airport to the Wadsworth station in Lakewood it was certainly easier than sending my friend out to DIA to pick us up. Riding The rails is not scenic. You'll pass through some of the poorest parts of the city, ugly industrial area, homeless camps, and lots of trash. I recommend packing light--one bag only. Don't hesitate to ask someone if you need help navigating the rail system. I found both passengers and staff helpful. More people riding mass transit will help Mother Earth and your bank balance.

Wadsworth Light Rail Is Clean. And in a Great Location. Not to Far from Colfax. And Has Stairs to…read morelet you off on either side of the street so you don't have to try and cross busy Wadsworth blvd. And the Belmar Shuttle picks up hourly and drops you off by the Theater in Belmar. Plus a Mexican Restaurant and a Gas Station is in walking distance of the Light Rail in case you need something last minute.

Nothing wrong at all with this little park--n-ride/light rail station on Oak Street, though the…read morewalking canoe "art" is perhaps a bit questionable. There's a tremendously capacious parking lot, clean platforms, easy access to the regional bus lines, and it's easy to get to either via car or on foot of mass transit is more how you get around. The accessway to the eastbound platform is on the west side, which I suppose might make sense to someone who builds train stations instead of uses them. It's also on the far side from Oak Street, so of course you'll have to hoof it post-haste around the horn if you're tardy. Great way to get downtown for Broncos or Rockies games, since the line runs straight to Union Station and from there you can grab a bus or just walk some more if you're into that sort of thing.

A clean-enough public train station…read more Nicer than most on the system, never busy, always plenty of parking, well-lit, and convenient for going to Broncos games. Bit of an odd configuration, with having to walk to the West end of the station to cross to the Eastbound platforms.

Super easy to use even for somebody from out of town get the app download auto pay pretty cool…read morestations are modern pure safe clean

How much easier can it be than having a train station one block from your home that takes you…read morestraight to the airport and union station!? It is all very new and clean. Pedestrian bridge takes you to the other side

4 stars, but only because it's a super convenient place to hop the light rail headed south through…read moreDPAC, Auraria, I25/Broadway and points SSW (Mineral) and SE (Lincoln/Aurora) - the D, F and H lines specifically. Some shelter if being rained on, but not a ton. No nearby benches. Depending what time of day you are here you will be milling amidst a swarm of arriving/departing productive workers, leaving with the night shift crew, or possibly trying to evade shady homeless-type folk. I work on the Mall, and I can say I've had fewer people approach me for money or want to engage me in unhinged conversation around this area than other spots along 16th. Pretty heavy flow of trains until 11pm at night.

Serviced by the D, H, F and L lines, this stop/station is located conveniently next to a Walgreens…read moreright on the 16th Street Mall. It's well-lit and sees plenty of regular foot traffic, but hopping a train to Auraria Campus or Englewood Station right from the convenience of Denver's most popular pedestrian mall can't be overstated. The Walgreens is probably pretty convenient, too, if you fancy making sure your flu shot is current before exposing yourself to public transportation and all its associated pathogens.

Shoutout great public transportation…read more RTD Union Station has been the beginning and end of many memorable nights downtown. If you're headed downtown for some fun, I recommend checking if RTD is available near you. From concerts and sporting events at Denver's top venues to bar hopping or skating downtown, RTD Union Station is a great and reliable way to get to and from your event. Did someone say free DD for the night? RTD has you covered. I found it to be safe and well taken care of, though I recommend the buddy system when possible. RTD Union Station is ALSO the perfect way to get to and from the Denver International Airport affordably. It makes solid time as well, considering how far Denver International Airport is from the city.

What a great building to have in your city. This is a great spot for place where things come…read moretogether. The station is located in the new 'Union Station neighborhood', where multiple modes of transportation come together in order to help connect the city with its visitors and residents. We came here from the airport. It seems to be happening all over now that you can fly in to a destination than catch a train to your final spot (or close to it.) It's also a lot of fun taking the train through new spots and getting a feel for where you are. They started the refurbishing project in 2010 and officially had the Grand Re-Opening in 2014. This is truly the smart way for cities to go by utilizing what they have and maintaining a great history. The building is surrounded by businesses, housing, hotels and restaurants. It is also a short walk to the ballpark. It's great the way Denver is modernizing while keeping their history very much alive. KUDOs to the team at RTD Union Station