Facility Overview

The LAZ Parking - 16th Street Center Garage is a premier covered multi-level parking structure located at 950 17th Street in the pulsating heart of downtown Denver\'s Central Business District (CBD). Situated right between Curtis Street and Champa Street, this facility offers dependable, sheltered parking that shields vehicles from Colorado’s seasonal weather extremes, from intense summer sun to heavy winter snow. The garage features well-marked stalls, smooth interior circulation ramps, and clearly marked directional signage designed to facilitate intuitive flow. The facility comfortably accommodates standard sedans, compact crossovers, minivans, and mid-sized SUVs. However, drivers of lifted 4x4 trucks, extended commercial vehicles, and high-roof conversion vans should remain mindful of the vertical height clearance (typically posted at 6\'6\"), as oversized vehicles will exceed interior deck limits.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Conveniently situated just one block off the famous pedestrian-friendly 16th Street Mall, this garage is a prime destination for daily professionals, tourists, and weekend visitors alike. Key downtown landmarks within easy walking distance include:

• 16th Street Mall: Less than a 2-minute stroll away, providing seamless access to hundreds of retail stores, outdoor dining patios, and boutique coffee houses.
• Denver Performing Arts Complex (DPAC): Located roughly 5 to 7 minutes on foot (approx. 4 blocks away), making this garage an outstanding option for theatergoers attending productions at the Buell Theatre, Boettcher Concert Hall, and Ellie Caulkins Opera House.
• Colorado Convention Center: Situated about 6 blocks away (an 8- to 10-minute walk), ideal for trade show attendees, conference speakers, and expo visitors seeking to bypass on-site congestion.
• Paramount Theatre & Downtown Theaters: Just a brief 4-minute walk away for live comedy and touring music acts.
• Ball Arena & Coors Field: Both major sports venues are within a brisk 15- to 20-minute walk or a brief 5-minute ride on local transit or rideshare.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entry and exit lanes are situated with direct access off 17th Street, one of downtown Denver’s primary commuter corridors. The garage provides efficient ingress lanes equipped with automated barcode and ticket readers to minimize backups during morning rush hours. Egress lanes route drivers cleanly onto the one-way street grid, making connections to Speer Boulevard, Park Avenue West, and interstates I-25 and I-70 straightforward. For multi-modal commuters, the location is unbeatable: the RTD Free MallRide shuttle stops right around the corner on 16th Street, and the RTD Light Rail stations at 16th & California and 16th & Stout are only two blocks away, linking drivers directly to regional train lines.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Sheltered Multi-Level Parking: Complete indoor protection against hail, snow, and summer heat.
• Elevator & Pedestrian Access: Modern passenger elevators and clean stairwells connecting all parking levels to street-level exits.
• Digital Payment & Contactless Entry: Touchless ticket scanning, support for major digital parking apps (such as ParkMobile and SpotHero), and automated credit card pay stations.
• ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces conveniently positioned adjacent to elevator banks.
• Safety & Monitoring: Well-illuminated interior corridors, monitored video surveillance (CCTV), and LAZ Parking customer assistance on-call.

Ideal For

• Corporate & Office Commuters: Fast, sheltered parking for professionals working in 17th Street financial towers and Central Business District high-rises.
• Theater & Arts Attendees: Stress-free evening parking for shows at the Denver Performing Arts Complex and Paramount Theatre.
• Convention Delegates: A reliable alternative to crowded convention center garages during major trade events.
• Shopping, Dining & Sightseeing: Effortless access for weekend visitors exploring 16th Street Mall and Larimer Square.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Downtown Denver street traffic can peak sharply between 7:45 AM – 9:00 AM on weekdays and before 7:30 PM on weekend performance nights. Reserving your space in advance via digital parking platforms guarantees entry even on busy event evenings. When returning to your car, keep your parking ticket or digital barcode accessible for pedestrian door re-entry scanners after regular business hours.