When entrepreneur William Daniels returned from a trip to Venice, mesmerized by Italian Renaissance architecture, he insisted on replicating the famous Campanile in St. Marks's square for the centerpiece of his mammoth department store. Thus, in 1911 the beautiful D&F Tower rose above downtown, becoming Denver's first skyscraper. It was anchored on both sides by a sprawling shopping complex. Today, only the Daniels and Fisher Tower remains, with a spot on the National Historic Register. It stands on the 16th Street Mall as one of the area's most recognizable landmarks.
Located downtown, Denvers historic Union Station served as the catalyst for a fully-revitalized neighborhood and urban transit hub. Boasting award-winning chef-driven restaurants, local retail shops, and the luxurious Crawford Hotel, Denver Union Station is an iconic gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
