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Colorado State Capitol vs 16th Street Mall

Both are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Colorado State Capitol ranks significantly better than 16th Street Mall. Colorado State Capitol comes in at 83 with praise from 6 publications like Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.

Colorado State Capitol
Colorado State Capitol
9 / 10
200 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80203
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1886, the capitol was constructed mostly of materials indigenous to Colorado, including marble, granite, and rose onyx." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Sitting commandingly atop Capitol Hill, this stately neoclassical government building looks out across the grand Civic Center Park." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The imposing hilltop capitol (1886, Elijah Myers) is home to the General Assembly and offices of the governor and other officials." Full review
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Climb into the dome for a commanding view of the surrounding city.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Before you go through the West entrance of Colorado State Capitol Building for their free historical tours, the 15th step bears the inscription "One Mile Above Sea Level." Full review
Where Where
"The west lobby of the capitol, built out of Colorado granite in 1886, has revolving exhibits." Full review
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16th Street Mall
16th Street Mall
8 / 10
16th St, Denver, CO 80202
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A pedestrian-only strip of downtown, is lined with shops, restaurants and bars." Full review
Fodor's 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
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The tree-lined Mall was created in 1982. The route is flanked by office towers, street-level cafes and shops, and 11 fountains." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Easy to miss, but hard to ignore." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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