Denver Day Trip: South Broadway

Why go: A flick at the Mayan Theatre is not the only draw in Denver’s South Broadway area. Moviegoers are venturing out to eat, shop, and explore this vibrant neighborhood. Main hub: Broadway, from First Avenue to West Alameda Avenue. Aka: Locals know it as SoBo. What it used to be: A sketchy strip of adult theaters and run-down taverns. What it is now: An indie shopping stretch where you’ll find clothes, DIY supplies, furniture, books, and the occasional giant Buddha statue. Where the locals shop: Decade (56 S. Broadway) for handmade jewelry, handbags, and furniture. Neighborhood flavor: Wash down Czech bramboraky (garlic-seasoned potato pancakes) with a Pilsner at SoBo 151 ($; 151 S. Broadway). Farther afield: Furniture scavengers should head to “Antique Row,” south of Alameda Avenue.

Things to Do in Denver’s SoBo District

DIY for Beginners

If you’ve ever wanted to sew an A-line skirt or knit a pair of mittens, Fancy Tiger is for you. It’s packed with yarns of all colors and sizes, knitting needles, and how-to books, and offers lots of classes. Across the street, the store’s clothing outpost carries duds made by local designers. 1 and 14 S. Broadway

Shop for Asian Accents

At T-Trove Asian Décor, there’s a huge room full of granite lanterns, bronze lamps, ox-bone Buddha carvings, and handcrafted rosewood cabinets to explore. Closed Sun; 189 S. Broadway

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