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Denver Public Library vs 16th Street Mall

Both are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Denver Public Library ranks marginally better than 16th Street Mall. Denver Public Library scores 77 with endorsements from 4 reviews like Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

Denver Public Library
Denver Public Library
8 / 10
10 West 14th Parkway, Denver, CO 80204
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A life-size horse on a 20-foot-tall chair and other sculptures decorate the expansive lawn of this sprawling complex with round towers and tall, oblong windows." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Hardly a dusty bibliotheca, the Denver Public Library is an active and hip place with whimsical post-modern architectural elements courtesy of renowned architect Michael Graves." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
""The Yearling" is my second favorite sculpture in Denver (after Big Blue Bear)." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"The acclaimed Western History Collection includes important early maps, documents and photographs." Full review
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