About this Location

Facility Overview

Writer Square Parking is a subterranean parking garage situated directly beneath the historic Writer Square plaza at 1587 Lawrence Street in Downtown Denver. Located right on the cusp of LoDo (Lower Downtown) and the Central Business District, this fully covered, multi-level underground parking facility provides secure and weather-protected parking in one of Denver\'s most vibrant commercial and entertainment corridors. The facility is ideal for standard sedans, compact vehicles, crossovers, and standard-sized SUVs. However, as an underground garage with a standard vertical clearance of approximately 6 feet 2 inches (6\'2\"), drivers of lifted 4x4 trucks, full-size extended passenger vans, and vehicles equipped with high-profile roof boxes or ladder racks should verify their vehicle dimensions before entry.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Writer Square Parking offers an unbeatable location for visitors looking to explore the best dining, shopping, and entertainment Downtown Denver has to offer. Key destinations within comfortable walking distance include:

16th Street Mall: Just half a block away (under a 2-minute walk), providing immediate access to hundreds of retail shops, street performers, and restaurants.
Larimer Square: Approximately a 3-minute walk (0.2 miles), Denver’s historic Victorian block renowned for premier chef-driven restaurants, boutique wine bars, and nightlife.
Denver Performing Arts Complex (DPAC): About a 6-to-8 minute walk (0.3 miles), making this a premier parking hub for the Buell Theatre, Boettcher Concert Hall, and Ellie Caulkins Opera House.
Colorado Convention Center: Roughly 8 to 10 minutes on foot (0.4 miles), perfect for trade show attendees and conference delegates.
Ball Arena: Approximately a 12-to-15 minute walk (0.6 miles) across Speer Boulevard, offering an easy parking alternative for Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, and major touring arena concerts.
Coors Field: About a 15-minute walk (0.7 miles) northeast through historic LoDo for Colorado Rockies baseball games.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The garage entrance is conveniently accessible from Lawrence Street between 15th Street and 16th Street. Lawrence Street is a designated one-way street heading northeast through downtown, allowing a smooth, direct right or left turn into the garage portal depending on local signage. For departure, motorists enjoy streamlined access to Auraria Parkway, Speer Boulevard, and quick connections to Interstate 25 (I-25) via Colfax Avenue or Park Avenue West. In addition, the garage sits steps away from the RTD Free MallRide shuttle along 16th Street, and is only a brief walk to the RTD Light Rail stations at Theatre District/Convention Center and 16th & California, as well as Denver Union Station (0.6 miles away).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Subterranean Parking: Comprehensive protection from Denver’s intense summer sun, winter snowstorms, and unpredictable hail.
Seamless Digital Booking: Reservations and pre-purchased discount parking supported through ParkChirp and affiliated mobile parking applications.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking bays situated in close proximity to pedestrian elevator banks and stairwells.
Pedestrian Elevator Access: Direct elevator access elevating parkers directly up into the charming pedestrian brick courtyards and shops of Writer Square.
Safety & Illumination: Well-lit interior decks, clear directional signage, and regular facility monitoring.

Ideal For

Theatergoers and Event Attendees: Convenient covered parking just minutes from shows at the Denver Performing Arts Complex.
Downtown Commuters & Office Workers: Reliable, centrally positioned daily and monthly parking for corporate towers across the central core.
LoDo Diners and Weekend Shoppers: Effortless access to historic Larimer Square, 16th Street Mall, and fine dining hotspots.
Sports Fans: An easy walk to Ball Arena without getting trapped in arena egress gridlock following games and concerts.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because Lawrence Street is a one-way thoroughfare, plan your approach route via 14th or 15th Street to avoid circling the block during peak afternoon drive times. During high-profile events at DPAC or Ball Arena, parking inventory can fill rapidly; reserving your parking space in advance via ParkChirp guarantees your space and often provides discounted flat-rate evening or weekend rates. When returning to your vehicle late in the evening, use the designated after-hours pedestrian doors and ensure you keep your parking ticket or mobile barcode handy for entry re-access.