Blocks & blocks of restaurants & shopping. My 1st trip downtown & 16th is really cool, But wondering off to state capital was really disappointing, Denver has a large homeless population & it's really rough. The mall is well worth the trip. read more

Free shuttle/bus that takes you up and down the street. Shopping more like a Walgreens/Rite Aid, with a mix of Ross/TJ Maxx, sprinkled with some Forever21/ H&M and franchise fast food outlets like Taco Bell/Jimmy John's/and 7-11. Some local flavor but seemed more geared towards tourists. To eat? Plenty of affordable franchise options, some touristy bars, and some sit down places like giant restaurant chains like Cheesecake and Chilis. Saw some food stands but only about half of the operators seemed to be open. Was honestly expecting more local businesses and a more clean environment. Tons of homeless and pan handlers. I was out during lunch time and probably encountered 15 homeless people working 2 blocks. I would not recommend for families unless you are running a specific errands or other than to take advantage of the free bus that runs up and down 16th street. read more

A lively pedestrian mall..well that's deceptive coz they have mall ride busses running up and down the tracks... can get quite dangerous with 'wandering' pedestrians who get too close and off the sidewalks. Street performers and local musicians take stage along the center path... Lots of restaurants and shops all cramped in that stretch of road..makes for a nice stroll, attracting tourists also giving your credit card a good work out. Occasionally, you can also see people riding on horse carriages just like in NYC's Central Park. Our hotel was right on 16th street at the mall entrance... made it very convenient for us to stay out late and enjoy all that the city had to offer. read more

The 16th street mall was a nice little weekend walk through. In my opinion, when attending a street mall (especially in a big city), you have to come with the mindset that it is, in fact, a street mall. Thus, the typical crowdedness and presence of homeless people are to be expected. Not my fave, but something that comes with the territory. What's really nice about 16th street though is that the layout makes it very conducive for leisurely biking and street performers, which I find charming. The streets and architecture are modern and clean, and so visually appealing. A lot of different businesses around like typical indoor mall stops like forever 21, gap, h&m, etc., but also random finds like libraries, book stores, and unique restaurants. Parking is madness here though, so come with a plan or willingness to drop some hourly paid cash! read more

16th Street - Shopping Centers Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This place is cool. A lot of shopping up and down the strip from Walgreens to TJ Maxx to Sephora as well as a host of restaurants. There is also a free shuttle bus the runs along the 16 street. The last stop is Union Square which has trains and the light rails. There is also a Whole Foods at the last stop. I got on the shuttle just to people watch without having to deal with walking. There are a lot of homeless people in the area but they don't bother you for the most part and security and police are also patrolling the area. I found out the hard way the being topless in Denver is legal as I rode the shuttle and viewed women topless dancing on one street. Overall the area is kid friendly and cool if you like people watching and shopping. read more

This is literally a shopping mall with restaurants all the way down the street. It's so long of a street they have free mall buses you can ride! It's a must visit if you plan on shopping or stopping into a restaurant! read more

Ok, I moved here from LA in July, and was told to go visit the 16th street mall. I heard of it and got excited picturing Denver's version of the the 3rd street promenade in Santa Monica. Boy was I wrong in thinking that. There were no cool trendy stores, and as a matter of fact there were several super touristy stores (ew). There were some good resaurants, but that was it. So I drove to downtown, paid to park downtown, and then got royally disappointed. Final say; No way! read more

Big outdoor mall. Similar to 3rd Street in LA. Great place to just walk around and people watch. It was pretty dirty but they did have a free all day concert I went so that might be why. Really crowded. A lot of bus trolleys and bikers. read more

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This definitely is a touristy area of downtown to visit but it's a great example of how a city like Denver can continue to enjoy its outdoor weather year round. If you are a visitor to Denver and it isn't snowing, it is most likely sunny and it is time to go outside! Hike, bike, walk, run, golf, go to malls like the 16th street mall. I have a few favorite things I like to do when I get there: 1) Get the $2 polish hot dog at the hot dog stand! 2) Watch a few "entertainers" try to make a quick buck. In fact, the last time I was there, the Afro Robot guy was interrupted in the middle of his act by a drunk bum. They started fighting and that was just the type of fun that we need. Not! 3) Check out the hidden shops amongst the chain stores and check them out for unique knickknacks. 4) After walking down about 14 blocks or so, take the free bus shuttle back to relieve the aching feet. A few things I recommend is that if you go at night, be sure you go with friends as some of the panhandlers and homeless are a bit aggressive. Hide or leave the bling bling at the house before you bounce. read more

16th Street Mall is an amazing Denver outdoor experience designed by the renowned I.M. Pei . The people watching is second to none, great shopping, delicious eats and a ton of places to grab a drink. The free mall ride will take you from Civic Park to Union Station - though - it would be nice if the busses ran on 15th and 17th. This would allow bicyclist to use one of the lanes and open more space for larger patio seating, street performers or shopping booths. As a resident of Denver, I would recommend to visit 16th Street Mall - especially during the spring/summer/fall! read more

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The 16th Street Mall plays a very important role in keeping downtown Denver so vibrant. A lot of the negative reviews here are from tourists, who aren't going to know Denver very well... and that's understandable. However, after living in a much larger city that was basically dead at night and on weekends, I certainly appreciate what 16th has done. There are tons of options on 16th - shopping, dining, movies, bowling, snacking, drinking, piano playing, chess playing, and just good old fashioned people watching. I've walked down here hundreds of times, and have never felt unsafe - I guess I'm tougher than some. :) Now, I definitely avoid Broadway at Colfax after a certain time, but the mall? Nah. I just never worry about safety here. In fact, one time I was wandering down here the then-mayor (now Governor) was meandering right in front of me. It's well lit, safe, and cute. For some of the boutique stores, you'll need to wander a block or two off - but, it's in large part because of the mall that these stores thrive. And if you want a really good restaurant, just head down to Larimer and walk a couple blocks - much to choose from! The mall is generally clean, safe, and easy to get around - thanks in part to the free mall shuttle. Thanks, Denver! read more

Perfect for all of your touristy needs and mall desires. It's not Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego or Somerset over in Troy, MI. Still great though and they have a free shuttle that'll take you through the entire street so it saves you a pretty lengthy walk. read more

Hey this is home!! In the heart of downtown Denver is the Infamous 16th St. Mall - With almost a mile in a half of Denver's finest places to hang out, there's something for everyone down here- Whether you want to.... Make a day to enjoy coffee and people watch, See a flick/and eat at the Denver Pavilions, Have a drink and play pool at the Paramount - If you get tired of walking there's a free shuttle bus that runs up and down the mall to see over 350 reasons to visit including...Some Denver Favorites that has stood the test of time including Restaurants,(Rialto Cafe) Hotels, (The Brown Palace)and Entertainment (The Tabor Center) to name a few out of the many- The great thing about it is that it connects to all the other great places downtown, such as the Civic Center Park, Lodo, Larimar Square, and other districts that make Downtown Great- Want more reasons? Well there's the Zombie Crawl, New Years Eve Celebration- And just recently the Meet in the street - To many events have taken place upon this historic strip to pass up the opportunity to find your hidden gems (reasons) - So next time your downtown walk up and down this mall and see what new memories you will create in this ever changing Denver Landmark - read more

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I visited the 16th Street Mall while in town visiting family, and liked that its essentially a normal city street, but is closed to vehicle traffic. The vibe is fun, and there are a lot of great shops and restaurants. It is super crowded, at least it was pre-COVID, and the homeless population definitely felt overwhelming at times. read more

I love the 16th Street Mall. I don't live too far away from it, and can always sneak away for a brisk evening walk if I do desire. The homeless population down here is a little nuts, though. Heard news stories about crazies whacking people over the head with blunt pipes and stuff over the summer this year. Quite an interesting paradox. Other than that (and the pretentiously high prices in the area), 16th Street Mall isn't quite so bad! Plus, are TONS of Pokémon and Pokéstops here, lol. And if you're not into walking, catch the Free Mall Ride! It literally runs about every 5 minutes until it closes down. read more

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Absolutely disgusting! Trash is everywhere. Very limited places to shop. Overall very gross.

This has to be the cheesiest pedestrian mall I have ever encountered, and it does no justice for downtown Denver at all. You know, I don't think I am the only person who thinks this... Denver is a little nervous for the Democratic Convention in 2008, so they are adding in a theater district. I read that it will resemble Times Square.... hmmm I know, I paused for about a good three minutes as well... I can't wait to see how foolish this will look... Especially with the Rocky Mountains in the background... Ironic... But hey, another place for me to review and catch some shows, so I can't go wrong. What I do like about 16th street is the free trolley, Tattered Cover, Ross, Forever 21, Market Street Station, and almost getting run over by the free trolleys when you don't realize that you are crossing the street and they have a green light. 16th street mall would be that much better if there were more independent stores, and smaller restaurants. Instead you will most likely pass by that guy who yells so loudly in the streets that you can hear him even inside the buildings on the 17th floor...He likes to scream about politics and religion, so don't get scared, he is a regular. There are some good restaurants, don't get me wrong, but I prefer smaller eateries with a little more character. * Star one for not allowing cars to go through 16th street ** Transit star two is for having the main downtown bus station right on this easy to find street *** I'm cheap star three is for a free trolley read more

16th Street - Shopping Centers Near Me - Denver, Colorado

If you live in a major city now like L.A. or N.Y., you can skip this area as you have something similar in your hood. This area reminds me of some parts of both LA and NY. It is a long strip of mostly inexpensive chain stores and restaurants like Payless Shoes, Subway, and Ross Dress for Less. In between the two sidewalks is a center strip that has benches and tables with random art. That part is sort of "grunge cool" so that was ok. Unlike the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, this is not really a fun "stroll and shop" area with boutiques, galleries, and cafes. For this, you will need to go to the nearby Cherry Creek North district. The highlight of this strip is the large two-story Barnes & Noble at the Pavillion (mall) which offers free wi-fi and a Starbucks. read more

I always feel like there should be more stuff on the mall then there actually is. I know my hubby and I always think if we don't have a plan (as far as eats) when we go downtown we can just get something "on the mall" and then quickly realize we like none of the stuff we see! It is a great idea for tourism, but it lacks as far as unique shops and eateries. The free mall ride is great (OK it could smell better). It works in pinch or if you need a chain, but if you want something different you might be disappointed. read more

The 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian walkway (except for the free 16th St Mall buses) with stores and shops on both sides. I was here during the daytime on a weekday, so this place was essentially "dead" when I visited and the stores did not seem welcoming. I thought this place would be highly populated with tourists and such, but it was mostly working professionals catching the free bus and homeless people who kept trying to solicit things from me. The 16th Street Mall isn't terrible (it's actually decent) and the streets and sidewalks are clean, so I'm definitely open to going back! read more

The only thing that was remotely bad about my trip to Denver. While my family and I never felt unsafe walking the "mall" the homeless and drug problems need to be addressed and fast before it's gets out of control. It's starting to keep businesses from opening in the area. The free mall ride is nice but you'll get your occasional hostile hopped up transient on board. read more

2 stars because I usually only come down here for the movies and maggianos, but that's really it! if you're not from Colorado, and you haven't lives here at least 10 years I'm not sure you'd be able to understand the legitimate frustration in seeing how downtown has really went down hill. it's dirty. it's smelly. cigarette smoke smelling and even pee sometimes, and it shouldn't be honestly. there shouldn't be people pan handling ever couple feet but sadly, there are. I will say. if you want to take the lightrail down here for the day it's pretty convient, there's a few regular stores you can find at any mall..and like I mentioned the movies and maggianos is what makes it worth it for me...sad day how touristy it's become. showing off the homeless epidemic and the drug culture right before your very eyes. read more

This is no San Antonio River Walk or even Boulder's Pearl Street; but an ok place to people watch. And by people watch I mean: watching two high school drop out's fist fight in the middle of the street. No joke. Saw this very thing on Sunday night as we walked toward the much nicer Larimer Square area. What I'm kind of surprised about is for how many people were on the 16th Street Mall Sunday night I didn't see any cops. It would have been nice to have them round up these hooligans before they end up shanking each other (probably next weekend). Three of the possibly best things about 16th Street Mall: 1. Cheesecake Factory. 2. Random - cute pianos for any passerby to play. 3. The NYC-esq tables that double as chess boards. And one runner up: - Pink Berry. read more

As a semi-out of towner maybe I'm not with it - it is quite possible - but it seems the 16th street mall is pretty cool for a few reasons. 1: It is easily accessible via bus 2: The free shuttle is pretty useful 3: Free chess with the homeless and white collar office workers alike kicks ass 4: Its surprisingly clean 5: Central central central Still, the stores and the food seem to be slightly lacking Beyond that, it definitely does not deserve more than 4 stars, and maybe on a bad day...deserves less. read more

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Fun place to shop, eat, people watch, or just walk around! It's a bit crowded but can't expect any less with so much to do!! The night we were there they had a movie playing in an outdoor area!! Lots of people doing special acts, music, and dancing but they all want ur money!! One guy in particular was constantly making sexual and gay remarks! He was awful! read more

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Getting through the parking lots here is fraught with difficulty, and that has led to many a frustrating moment. Throw in a smaller King Soopers that lacks some typical stock, and this shopping center might not meet your needs. On the other hand, the liquor store has an impressive collection, and the people at Mike's Camera are great! read more

Shops. Shops. Shops. Coffee. Shops. Some seasonal things too like Christmas markets. Basically your normal type of mall setup but the entire length of the street. Plus a free bus that will take you from end to end. No parking so either use a nearby garage or a meter. Better yet use public transport to save the environment! Less worry about watching your time then. You'll see art installations, panhandlers wanting to chat, tourists!, and people that work nearby and dislike how busy the street is. Still it's a good time. Southwest Airlines has a ice skating rink from December to February weather depending. A nice Christmas market springs up with tasty snacks, limitless Christmas ornaments, and Glühwein (hot German mulled wine.) Local shops, some larger chain stores, food carts, "spare some change please?" All the goods. Worth a visit when you have out of town friends and family. read more

free bus, people watching, variety - YAY! It's okay... something to do when extremely bored. I am not a shopper... so, it's not much of an attraction to me. It is unique, so I will give Denver that much. read more

The 16th St. mall is crazy awesome! The people watching is super fun, there is everything from fast food to old locally owned hot spots to fancy expensive cuisine. The shopping ranges from touristy shops to decent clothing to general stores to miscellaneous makeup or electronics. I can't wait for the H+M to open! And I don't even like shopping! Everyone who criticizes, should just go back to the suburbs and hang out in their air conditioned big box retailer infested anytown-USA lameness. Yes, there are many beggars and street performers. Yes there are annoying business types and teenagers smoking everywhere. And yes, there is an eclectic mix of weirdness that I love! I dare you to find somewhere that has such a well evolved pedestrian thoroughfare! It connects the capitol to union station in an excellent manner. The only criticism I have is that the ground gets slippery when the weather makes the sidewalk wet - hazardous! Especially when drinking! read more

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It's a fun place to people watch. Though, I am a little disappointed that it had so many national chain stores and restaurants. I'm in Denver; I want to be surrounded by Denver things. But I could have been in Boulder or in Evanston, IL or in Rockville, MD. I have been on this plaza in many towns in many states. Besides the dispensary, there's little to set the 16th Street Mall apart from any of the others. read more

16th Street - Shopping Centers Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The free shuttle bus is wonderful but the selection of shops, restaurants and other businesses is nothing special. Nice but not overwhelming. Worth a visit but don't get your hopes too high. read more

Absolutely a MUST visit when you're in Denver. Probably a better place for tourists, than residents. It's the bustle you crave if you live in a small town, people everywhere, pianists and drummers in the street center, random nationwide treasure hunts, etc. Awesome stores to shop, food to eat and even a theater or book shops to chill in. Vastly different experiences here depending on the time of day, and season, you visit. Optimal on a warm spring afternoon, with buggy rides, bus transit and fun breezy walks. Beware, small townees, parking is distant and expensive in Denver. .. particularly in this area of town. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because there have been violent 420 rallies and shootings in the 16th Street district every year during our anniversary vacation for the past 6 years, causing us to go elsewhere last year. read more

16th Street - Preggo resting my legs in Barnes & Noble, 16th Street Denver, 2013. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Love the concept of a car free area. It was so nice to stroll and be touristy day or night. The free bus is an added bonus. Read several other reviews of people grumbling about the non-unique factor of the mall. However, I think it's just fine. A nice mix of chain stores and restaurants, local restaurants, regular businesses and cheesy gift shops (I personally LOVE those). read more

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No reason to visit. Our hotel was a few blocks away so we walked over. The stores are uninteresting. There is little else to do or see. If you want to go shopping in a pedestrian mall area, visit Pearl Street in Boulder. read more

I love Downtown Denver, and 16th street mall is the place to start any visit! Not only because of the easy to get to light rail, pedestrian walk and free buses, but they have put up new Art and free Piano's to play along the walkway. Some of the best food carts are on the mall as well, with some standard favorites like 'Rock Bottom Brewery' and 'Mellow Mushroom'! Art, shopping and people watching are the best activities, and if you are in the mood for something Nostalgic and Risqué, Lannie's Clocktower Cabaret is something not to miss! read more

16th Street - New Years Eve 2013! - Shopping Centers Near Me - Denver, Colorado

If you are planning to visit Denver, plan to spend a week on 16th Street Mall and it's neighbors Civic Center area and Union Station area. Beautiful! FUN! Fun people: Big city globalized international crowd. There is so much to do: Great shopping, World Class Restaurants, food carts, festivals, dessert shops (LittleMan's Ice Cream), Activities such as: Theater Arts District, Movie theaters, Old Larimer Square, Elitch Gardens, REI fun along the Platte River, Pepsi Center, Auraria Campus, Commons and Civic Center Parks, Denver Art Museum, etc. See the amazing artwork (paintings, sculptures, etc.) all around Denver (every block), incredible, breathtaking eclectic architecture, Shop in Pavilions indoor mall, etc. Gorgeous eclectic architecture (ranging from brick and stone masonry from the Post Civil War Reconstruction reflecting ancient history of architecture, to contemporary fluid blue glass architectural monoliths Nautical in expression, reflecting each other along with the Colorado sky! Masterpieces of art! More than you can accomplish in one week!!!! All you need is a good place to stay (Denver has many world class hotels), money to spend, a good pair of walking shoes! Be sure to ride the free 16th Street mall ride, rickshaws, horse drawn carriages, taxis, car shares: Car2Go, ZipCar or Enterprise CarShare for the day. Enjoy! read more

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I really like the 16th street mall. Has great stores, but I'm bummed that they just closed Forever 21.

I thought it was pretty nice but holy shit, people are rude as fuck. I also am appalled at the lack of public bathrooms.

I love shopping streets and TX doesn't have any quite like this one. We have outdoor shopping malls that mimic the same style, except they are isolated and not near anything else. So this 16th Street Mall was a good change of pace and we actually came here 2 days/nights out of the 4 we were in Denver. There are large retailers we are all familiar with, sprinkled with some local ones. The local ones were mainly souvenir shops so if you don't want souvenirs then really no point. We checked out one just for the h3ll of it. There are convenient free buses that run throughout the whole street. They stop at every block, which can be annoying, but during the day there are several. At night there's probably one and then I think they stop completely around midnight. The one night we decided to grab dinner here, we noticed there wasn't really much of a crowd. We thought this place would be lively at night since it was so close to LoDo. Apparently not close enough cause everyone goes out in LoDo and not on this street. We took the 16th street mall bus to then end and walked to our destinations that would dominate our night. There are plenty of pedicab "drivers" out at night once the buses stop. Don't accept the first offer they give you. If a price is to high, another driver will do it for cheaper. We asked one pedicab "driver" how much it would be to take us to our car. He responded with $10 and when we said it was too high the "driver" next to him said he'd do it for $5. So we were sold! Apparently the summer is a time where there are a bunch of homeless people that hang out this street and stay on the buses. It was still pretty cold in Denver during my trip so we didn't really encounter much of this, but a little. read more

NICE WALK, WALK, WALK, RIDE (Warning: young adults from Central Florida during a fall vacation) Although walking city streets packed with chains is normally not my thing, 16th Street Mall is my exception because it doesn't feel overly touristy. There's plenty of local gems thrown in. Those free trams can't be beat... it's a concrete oasis between buildings and a pleasant walk during good weather. RICH, POOR, FAMILIES, SINGLES, ALL WELCOME All kinds of shops and restaurants can be found here including chains and non-chains. A free tram zooms at the center connecting one side of the 'mall' to the other and stops at every intersection (you just climb aboard. No tickets needed). Everyone seemed respectful to each other as we strolled about. It wasn't like walking around a crowded and rough theme park or a regular shopping mall. A FEW AREAS FOR THE ARTS Several art installments lined the streets while the lights atop the lamp posts were unique in design. Buskers performed in several sections. While there's nothing freakingly awesome about this place, I'd say it's a must-do when visiting Denver because it captures a bit of this artsy, lively, business-y, and clean city all in one place. read more