Downtown Aquariumvs16th Street Mall
Both are endorsed by experts. On balance, Downtown Aquarium scores significantly better than 16th Street Mall. Downtown Aquarium ranks #9 in Denver with endorsements from 7 reviewers such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Downtown Aquarium
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
Where Where
Frommer's
700 Water Street, Denver, CO 80211
From $0/night
Fodor's "On the north side of the South Platte across from Elitch Gardens, this is the only million-gallon aquarium between Chicago and the West Coast." Full review
Lonely Planet "Denver’s old Ocean Journey Aquarium was sold in 2003 to a business that specializes in aquarium-themed restaurants." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This 1999 aquarium is distinguished by its focus on American river habitats." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Opened in 1999, this modern aquarium incorporates the sights, sounds and climate of simulated American and Asian river habitats, from their headwaters to the Pacific Ocean." Full review
Where "An entertainment and dining destination based around a pre-existing aquarium." Full review
Where "Visitors to one of the country’s largest aquariums can view more than 500 animal species, including otters, sharks, turtles, eels and fish of all kinds." Full review
Frommer's "New exhibits and a theme restaurant and lounge on-site. Residents include greenback cutthroat trout (the Colorado state fish), river otters, nurse sharks, sea turtles, and moray eels " Full review
16th Street Mall Lonely Planet Fodor's Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
16th St, Denver, CO 80202
From $0/night
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
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 "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
