Aspen DarkSide Ghost Tour: Historic Downtown Exploration

Experience a delightful night walk around the historic center while your guide reveals Aspen’s blemished history. Discover the authentic stories from 1879 up until now about Aspen’s Ghosts, Murder & Mayhem.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dean’s Aspen Tours - This tour takes place along pedestrian paths and sidewalks in the historic downtown area of Aspen, Colorado.
  • Wheeler Opera House - The tour begins and departs from the brick pedestrian walking mall, located across from the corner of the Wheeler Opera House.
  • Smuggler Mountain - Enjoy scenic views of Smuggler Mountain…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
320 E Hyman Ave
East Hyman Avenue
Tour meets 5 minutes prior to start directly across from the corner of the Wheeler Opera House on the brick pedestrian walking mall in downtown Aspen, Colorado.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Amy
Jan 4, 2026
What a unique and interesting experience! Dean was an engaging storyteller, interesting and fun! DO THIS FOR SURE!! - An engaging and informative dark tour, our first! Loved it! Spooky but not frightening. A well done trip into the dark side. Totally worth it
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Taylor_b
Oct 26, 2025
The Aspen's DarkSide... - The Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour was one of the highlights of our trip! It's the perfect mix of history, mystery, and just the right amount of spooky fun. Our guide was a great storyteller. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about Aspen's colorful past. The blend of true historically events with eerie ghost tales kept everyone hooked from the start to finish. Walking through the quiet streets and historic buildings after dark gives you a whole new appreciation for Aspen from beyond its ski-town glamor. You really get to see the towns hidden side - old mining stories, quirky characters and a few chills along the way! The pacing was great, and the atmosphere was perfectly eerie without being over-the-top. Weather you're a believer in ghosts or just love a good story, this tour is a must-do. If you're visiting Aspen and want something unique, entertaining, and unforgettable, I can't recommend the DarkSide Ghost Tour enough. A hauntingly good time!đź‘»
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Antonio_d
Oct 26, 2025
Great history in Aspen - Great meeting spot center of town and Dean had really great knowledge of the town of Aspen! It was a great experience!
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Belén
Oct 13, 2025
Fun way to experience a different layer of Aspen - It was rainy and cold but the tour went on. Dean was insightful, engaging, and awesome! I took my mom to Aspen to celebrate her 50th birthday and she was sooo excited for this tour. The rest of our time in Aspen, we’d recall the buildings and stories from Dean’s tour. 10/10.
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Jesusaugus2l
Oct 3, 2025
Excellent, super relaxing - It's like you see in the movies, it's super unreal, it's magical, out of reality, it's all expensive, accommodation, meals, transportation, suvenir
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John_h
Sep 16, 2025
Really enthralling! ... - Really enthralling! Dean was great and very entertaining. Really knows his stories down to every detail!
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Greg_s
Aug 2, 2025
Great Tour and Host - Ghost Tour was Great, Fun, and the Tour Guide is awesome. Tour guide was very knowledgeable about Aspen History and Entertaining.
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B3864xpjohnw
Jul 15, 2025
Fun way to learn about the secrets of Aspen - There is a lot to learn about Aspen. Fun to hear about the death that has shaped Aspen. People that have been hunting the people for decades.
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S6704fmjeremym
Jun 17, 2025
A Spooky and Enlightening Experience with Dean - We had the pleasure of joining Dean for the Aspen DarkSide Ghost Tour during our recent visit, and it was an absolute highlight of our trip. Dean's storytelling is captivating—he weaves Aspen's rich history with its eerie tales in a way that feels both educational and thrilling. What sets Dean apart is his ability to make the past come alive. His passion for Aspen's history is evident, and he engages his guests with interactive narratives that keep everyone intrigued. Whether you're a history buff or a fan of ghost stories, Dean's tour offers a unique perspective on Aspen's past. We were especially grateful to Dean for accommodating our private tour to celebrate my Birthday. His warmth and enthusiasm made the experience even more memorable. If you're looking for a fun, informative, and slightly spooky way to explore Aspen, this tour is a must-do. Thank you, Dean, for an unforgettable evening!
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Chantal
Apr 4, 2025
Spooky and educational! - Dean was awesome! Turned out our family of 5 got to do the tour with just us. Our kids are 8, 10, and 14. We learned about the history of Aspen and some spooky tales. Don’t underestimate how cold Aspen gets even in April, especially after the sun goes down— wear layers, hats, mittens, and boots!
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).