About this Location

Facility Overview

The 1355 Walnut Street Garage, also widely known as the 14th and Walnut Garage, is a prominent multi-level covered parking structure situated in the heart of Downtown Boulder, Colorado. Positioned directly adjacent to the Downtown Boulder Station transit hub, this clean, modern facility offers hundreds of protected parking bays across several well-lit tiers. The structure easily accommodates standard passenger vehicles, compact cars, cross-overs, and standard-sized SUVs. Due to standard overhead structural beams, the garage features a vertical clearance restriction (typically posted at 7 feet 0 inches on upper levels, with higher clearance on designated ground entry points), making it unsuitable for oversized commercial trucks, tall camper vans, or vehicles with elevated roof racks and cargo boxes.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located just one block south of the world-famous Pearl Street Mall, 1355 Walnut Street Garage serves as one of the most convenient parking hubs for exploring downtown Boulder. Key nearby destinations within a short stroll include:

Pearl Street Pedestrian Mall: Located just a 2-minute walk (1 block north), offering premier open-air boutique shopping, street performers, artisan coffee shops, and award-winning dining.
Boulder Theater: A brief 3-minute walk (0.2 miles) away, making this garage a top choice for concertgoers and event attendees.
Boulder County Historic Courthouse & Pearl Street Lawn: Within a 3-minute stroll, hosting community gatherings and seasonal festivities.
Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse & Central Park: Approximately 4 to 5 minutes on foot (0.3 miles), located alongside Boulder Creek and the Boulder Farmers Market grounds.
University of Colorado Boulder (Main Campus): Reachable within a 15-to-20 minute walk south or a quick 5-minute transit connection via RTD regional and local bus lines.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward from Walnut Street between 13th and 14th Streets, with secondary access points designed to minimize bottlenecks during peak hours. Walnut Street connects smoothly to Canyon Boulevard (CO-119) and Broadway, facilitating rapid links to US-36 for commuters traveling to or from Denver, Broomfield, and Louisville. In addition, its immediate proximity to the RTD Downtown Boulder Bus Station makes it an unbeatable park-and-ride facility for transit riders catching the Flatiron Flyer (FF1/FF2) express buses or mountain routes toward Eldora and Nederland.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Parking: Shield your vehicle from Colorado snowstorms, summer heat, and hail.
Modern Payment Kiosks & Mobile App Integration: Pay quickly using on-site credit card pay stations or mobile payment solutions like ParkMobile.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging: Designated Level 2 EV charging spaces available on-site for green vehicle owners.
ADA Accessible Spaces: Plentiful handicap-accessible bays positioned near elevator vestibules and main ground-level exits.
Safety & Visibility: Bright LED illumination, emergency call stations, security surveillance, and regular facility patrols.
Bicycle Facilities: Secure bike racks and proximity to Boulder B-cycle bikeshare stations.

Ideal For

Pearl Street Visitors: Diners, boutique shoppers, and tourists seeking immediate access to the historic downtown core.
Entertainment & Nightlife: Evening patrons heading to live shows at the Boulder Theater or fine dining along 14th and Walnut.
Daily Commuters: Professionals working in downtown corporate offices or commuters boarding RTD express transit lines.
Event & Festival Attendees: Visitors attending the Boulder Creek Festival, Boulder County Farmers Market, or Pearl Street seasonal art fairs.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Weekday vs. Weekend Tariffs: City of Boulder parking facilities often provide promotional rates or free parking on designated Sundays and major city-observed holidays; always check posted rate kiosks on arrival.
Check Clearance Heights: If your vehicle is fitted with rooftop bike carriers, ski racks, or cargo boxes, verify your total height before proceeding past the entrance barrier.
Note Your Stall Location: Take a photo of your pillar number and floor level upon arrival to easily locate your car after a long evening or busy day downtown.
Peak Arrival Times: Garage capacity fills rapidly on Friday and Saturday evenings and during sunny weekend afternoons; arrive early to secure spots on lower levels.