Souvenirs aren’t always packed in your carry-on. Sometimes, what’s most memorable are feelings—a breeze off the water, a warm bite of delectable cuisine, or a quiet moment watching a boat slip by. The Pueblo Riverwalk is the kind of place where those moments happen.
Maybe you’re passing through Southern Colorado or you’ve lived nearby your whole life and just haven’t been in a while. Either way, this downtown escape has something to offer for everyone. Set along the original path of the Arkansas River before the flood of 1921, the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk is now a thoughtfully developed mile-long channel surrounded by restaurants, public art, and places to linger. It’s the kind of space that encourages you to slow your pace.
The loop is walkable, pet-friendly, and built for lingering. Locals come out for their lunch breaks, post-work strolls, and a bit of tai chi. Visitors drift along the banks snapping photos of murals or grabbing coffee before enjoying a river excursion or pedal boat ride. Families wave to ducks. Couples share a bench in the shade. It’s all effortless, and that’s the charm.
On weekends, the Riverwalk comes alive. Live music floats in from the patios. Event tents pop up near Veteran’s Bridge. You might run into a classic car show or a yoga class depending on the day. But no matter when you visit, there’s always something to do—or not do.
The food scene is quietly impressive. Without a single theme, there’s a collection of locally owned spots doing their own delicious thing. You can grab sushi, steak, street tacos, or a craft beer all within a few blocks. Sit riverside at a brewery or indulge in an upscale dinner. Some patios offer prime sunset views, with dog-friendly spaces if your travel buddy happens to have four legs.
If you’re a wanderer, the public art along the Riverwalk will draw your attention. Sculptures appear just when you think you’ve seen it all. Murals brighten unexpected corners. A stone amphitheater and historic signage tell pieces of Pueblo’s story—its industries, its people, and its rebirth after the flood.
As the sun sets, the lights along the path cast a glow over the water. Reflections ripple as one of the last boats of the day pulls in. It’s the kind of setting that makes you pause and maybe even forget you’re still in a city. That’s the magic here. It’s urban, but not rushed. It’s designed, but not flashy. It’s something different every time you visit—and somehow, always familiar.
So next time you’re looking for a way to spend the day—even as a first-time visitor or someone in need of a reset—journey to the Pueblo Riverwalk.
Riverwalk Restaurants & Things to Do
Angelo’s Pizza Parlor
105 E Riverwalk
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-544-8588
AngelosPizzeria.com
Brues Alehouse Brewing Co.
120 Riverwalk
Pueblo, CO 81003
(719) 924-9670
BruesAlehouse.com
Twenty One Steak
101 S Main St., Suite 200
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-931-1921
TwentyOneSteak.com
Riverwok
102 S Union Ave
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-501-7126
RiverwokPueblo.com
1129 Spirits & Eatery
115 E Riverwalk
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-400-1129
1129Spirits.com
The Clink Lounge
140 Central Main St., #222
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-569-7904
TheClinkLounge.com
Blue Ocean Sushi Bar
103 S Union Ave
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-696-8241
BlueOceanSushiPueblo.com
Olde Towne Carriage House
102 S. Victoria Avenue,
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-543-1012
OldeTowneCarriageHouse.com
Curated Pueblo
102 S. Victoria Ave. Suite 130
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-543-0901
CuratedPueblo.com
Union Antique Mall
212 S Union Ave
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-543-1530
UnionAntiqueMall.com
Olde Time Antiques
116 W 6th St
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-545-1530
OldeTimeAntiquesPueblo.com
Historic Arkansas Riverwalk Boatrides
125 Riverwalk Place
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-595-1589
PuebloRiverwalk.org
Gateway Park
101 S Union Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-553-2790
PuebloUS.com
Veteran’s Bridge
Located along the Riverwalk loop
PuebloRiverwalk.org
Pueblo Levee Mural Project
Visible from Riverwalk
PuebloLeveeMuralProject.org
