Experts' Choice Award 16th Street Mall
What the experts agree on
This mile-long pedestrian-only strip is Denver's downtown shopping hub, lined with tree-shaded shops, restaurants, and cafés. It's easy to walk and explore, though easy to overlook if you're just passing through.
“The tree-lined Mall was created in 1982. The route is flanked by office towers, street-level cafes and shops, and 11 fountains.”
– Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet "A pedestrian-only strip of downtown, is lined with shops, restaurants and bars." Full review
Fodor's "Outdoor cafés and tempting shops line this pedestrian-only 17-block thoroughfare, shaded by red-oak and locust trees." Full review
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Pay attention when you're wandering across the street, as the walking area and bus lanes are the same color
Afar Magazine "Easy to miss, but hard to ignore." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This mile-long thoroughfare is designed for pedestrians and closed to regular automobile traffic...visitors will find dozens of restaurants, bars, and shops."
Denver Travel Guide
February 25, 2021
National Geographic "We didn’t have a ton of time to explore, but we enjoyed wandering up the 16th Street Mall and seeing how things were shing up for the Democratic National Convention"
Afar Magazine "Designed by I.M. Pei's architecture firm, the 16th Street Mall comprises an easy-to-amble 1.25 miles of storefronts, restaurants, and theaters, including western-wear pros Rockmount Ranch..."
Condé Nast Traveler "Let’s start big picture. What’s the vibe here?
This mile-long, pedestrian-friendly shopping street is arguably the most touristy spot in the Mile High City, lined with chain hotels and..." Full review
Independent "Denver has the 10th largest downtown area in the United States and, unlike some cities, it's easily walkable. At its heart is the 16th Street Mall, a mile-long pedestrian promenade that..."
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