About this Location

Facility Overview

The 16M Garage, managed and operated by LAZ Parking, is an underground, multi-level covered parking garage situated beneath the prominent mixed-use 16M development at 1560 Market Street (often noted between 1524 and 1560 Market St) in downtown Denver. Nestled along the intersection of the historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) and Central Business District (CBD) neighborhoods, this underground facility offers sheltered parking away from Denver’s seasonal snow, hailstorms, and summer heat. The garage features an efficient layout designed to accommodate both commercial visitors and long-term parkers. The facility has a vehicle height clearance restriction of 6 feet 11 inches (with select entry clearances up to 7 feet 2 inches), making it ideally suited for standard sedans, crossovers, station wagons, and standard-profile SUVs. Drivers of lifted pickup trucks, high-roof conversion vans, commercial cargo carriers, and vehicles equipped with elevated ski racks or rooftop cargo boxes should verify clearance heights prior to descending the access ramp.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned right off the vibrant 16th Street Mall corridor, 16M Garage places drivers within walking distance of Denver’s most celebrated entertainment, sporting, dining, and cultural venues:

Larimer Square: Located just two blocks away (approx. 4-minute walk), offering Denver’s premier concentration of chef-driven dining, historic Victorian brick architecture, boutique shopping, and lively cocktail lounges.
16th Street Mall: Just steps away (1-minute walk), providing immediate access to pedestrian retail, outdoor patios, and the complimentary Free MallRide shuttle service.
Denver Performing Arts Complex (DPAC): Roughly 0.4 miles away (an easy 7- to 9-minute walk), covering the Buell Theatre, Ellie Caulkins Opera House, and Boettcher Concert Hall.
Colorado Convention Center: Situated approximately 0.5 miles south (10-minute walk), convenient for trade show delegates and expo attendees seeking reliable off-campus parking.
Ball Arena: Approximately 0.6 miles to the west (12- to 15-minute walk), offering an easy alternative to arena campus congestion for Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets, and concert events.
Denver Union Station: Located 0.4 miles away (8-minute walk), connecting visitors to Amtrak, the RTD commuter rail, and top-tier dining destinations like Mercantile Dining & Provision and The Cooper Lounge.
Coors Field: About 0.6 miles north (12- to 14-minute walk), placing Colorado Rockies baseball fans within strolling distance of the 20th and Blake street gates.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The entrance and exit to the 16M Garage are located on the east (right-hand) side of Market Street between 15th Street and 16th Street, situated right beside the historic Rocky Mountain Seed Co. building. Market Street is a one-way northbound thoroughfare, typically accessed by turning northeast off 15th Street (which runs one-way southeast). Exiting vehicles merge smoothly back onto Market Street toward LoDo and the Ballpark District.

Regional arterial access is straightforward via Speer Boulevard and Auraria Parkway, funneling quickly into Interstate 25 (Exits 210B and 212B) and Interstate 70 within a 5- to 8-minute drive. For local transit users, the garage is adjacent to the Free MallRide along 16th Street, while the RTD Light Rail lines (D, H, and L Lines at Theatre District/Convention Center) and RTD Commuter Rail lines (A-Line to Denver International Airport, B, G, and N Lines at Union Station) are accessible within an 8- to 10-minute walk.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Multi-Level Underground Deck: 24/7 sheltered parking protecting vehicles from winter freeze, summer sun, and unpredictable Rocky Mountain weather.
Digital & Touchless Access: Fully integrated with automated gate readers supporting mobile passes and QR code scanning via services like SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz.
Accessible ADA Parking: Designated ADA-compliant stalls strategically situated adjacent to elevator lobbies for barrier-free access to ground-level Market Street.
EV Charging Infrastructure: Select dedicated electric vehicle charging stations available for plug-in hybrid and EV commuters.
Security & Monitoring: Professional facility oversight by LAZ Parking, enhanced by interior garage lighting and continuous CCTV security monitoring.
Payment Flexibility: Accepts all major credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and contactless mobile payment platforms.

Ideal For

LoDo & Larimer Square Diners: Anyone enjoying an evening at nearby restaurants, brewpubs, or nightlife spots across 14th, 15th, and Larimer Streets.
Business Professionals & Remote Workers: Daily commuters visiting downtown Denver corporate offices, co-working facilities, and commercial suites on 16M, 15th, and 17th Street.
Arts, Theater & Convention Attendees: Theatergoers attending Broadway shows at DPAC or convention participants visiting the Colorado Convention Center.
Sports Fans: Attending games at Ball Arena or Coors Field who prefer avoiding post-game gridlock closer to the stadium gates.
Overnight Guests: Visitors staying at neighboring boutique hotels like Hotel Teatro, The Crawford, or the Kimpton Hotel Born.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because Market Street is a one-way street, plan your route carefully—move into the right-hand lane promptly after crossing 15th Street so you do not miss the garage ramp. During major sporting events at Ball Arena or Coors Field, Market Street and Blake Street experience elevated pedestrian and vehicular volume; reserving a parking pass in advance using digital apps such as SpotHero, ParkWhiz, or ParkMobile will guarantee a stall and lock in standard pricing. If you are entering using a pre-paid digital pass, hold your smartphone screen roughly two inches from the optical scanner at the entry gate barrier. Note that most public hourly rates do not permit repeated in-and-out privileges, so confirm terms if multiple daily departures are required during your stay.