Most people love to shop – whether it’s updating their wardrobe, fixing up the house, or hunting for something unique – but not all shopping experiences are created equal. Some parts of the country are spoiled with iconic shopping districts and bustling main streets, while others rely on long drives to the nearest mall or outlet center.
MarketBeat, a financial media company, carried out a simple poll of 3,026 respondents. Four Colorado spots were voted among the most envied in the country:
#23 Pearl Street Mall (Boulder)
Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall is four blocks of open-air, pedestrian-only shopping in one of America’s most livable cities. Street performers, craft breweries, and locally owned boutiques line the brick pathways, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Flatirons. The vibe is quintessentially Boulder-outdoorsy, creative, and fiercely independent. Visitors come from across the region to wander here. A local institution is the Boulder Book Store, a multi-story independent landmark on the mall since 1973, where creaky wooden floors and over 100,000 titles capture the town’s literary heart.
#69 Larimer Square (Denver)
Larimer Square is Denver’s oldest block and arguably its most charming. Victorian buildings house independent boutiques, chef-driven restaurants, and shops you won’t find anywhere else. Gas lamps and string lights give the street a timeless feel, especially at night. It’s a place locals take out-of-towners to show off their city. Don’t miss Rockmount Ranch Wear, a landmark since before the streets were paved-celebrities from Sting to Ralph Lauren have come here for authentic Western shirts with a little pizzazz.
#113 Cherry Creek North (Denver)
Cherry Creek North is Denver’s answer to Rodeo Drive-sixteen tree-lined blocks packed with over 300 shops, galleries, and restaurants. The mix runs from luxury boutiques to local artisan shops, all within walking distance of each other. It’s the kind of neighborhood where you can spend an entire afternoon browsing and still want to come back. Worth a visit: John Atencio, a Colorado jewelry designer whose bold, angular pieces have attracted a loyal following for over 40 years.
#114 Tennyson Street Cultural District (Denver)
Tennyson Street in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood has emerged as one of the city’s most creative shopping destinations. Art galleries, independent bookshops, and locally owned boutiques fill storefronts along a walkable stretch that feels more neighborhood than commercial district. The vibe is authentically local-these are shops run by people who live nearby and know their customers by name. First Fridays bring gallery openings and street energy, but the browsing is worthwhile any day. A neighborhood anchor is Tenn Street Coffee & Books, a beloved locally owned cafe and bookseller that hosts live music and art shows in a charming brick storefront.
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https://www.marketbeat.com/originals/americas-most-envied-shopping-districts