While many people visit Denver due its ski resorts and breweries, there are also those who visit The Mile-High City to shop. Here are some of the places to visit to experience the best shopping in Denver, Colorado:
READ MORE: THE “HIGH LANDS” ACROSS THE WORLD – A GUIDE TO INTERNATIONAL DRUG TOURISM
Best Shopping in Denver: Malls
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Also called Cherry Creek Mall, it houses more than 160 stores, including luxury retailers.
Denver Pavilions
Within 16th Street Mall, one can find Denver Pavilions, an open-air retail complex that features shops offering a vast assortment of products – from internationally-known labels to local brands.
Best Shopping in Denver: Retail Hubs
16th Street Mall
This pedestrian promenade designed by I.M. Pei is a shopping hub that houses more than 40 outdoor cafes, 12 movie theaters, a mall and dozens of shops.
Cherry Creek
Within this affluent neighborhood in Denver, you can find a large mall with luxury fashion shops and diverse dining options. It is also dotted with art galleries, chain restaurants, chic cafes and stylish cocktail bars.
US HEARTLAND: ALL OF THE RESTAURANTS PICKED BY ANTHONY BOURDAIN ON NO RESERVATIONS
Denver Union Station
People flock to Denver Union Station not just to catch the next train or bus; they also visit the transit hub to shop. Yes, there are stores within the station that offer fashion items, home décor, books, souvenirs and other goods.
Larimer Square
The historic block of Larimer Square is home to an eclectic mix of indie shops, lively bars, chef-driven dining places, and beauty and wellness centers.
Best Shopping in Denver: Specialty Shops
REI
If you’re looking for anything outdoor, chances are you’ll find it at REI.
Tattered Cover Book Store
This indie bookstore chain has been in the business for several years now and continues to supply newspapers, magazines, used books and new titles. Browse the books in any of its branches in Denver: Colfax, Denver International Airport, Union Station and LoDo.
The Shop at Denver Art Museum
Various art-inspired items are displayed at The Shop at Denver Art Museum. Located on Level 1 of the Hamilton Building, it’s a great stop if you want to bring home something artsy from Denver.
Wax Trax Records
Its storefront might not look much but inside you will see a trove of new and used records, may they be in vinyl, LP or CDs.
