Denver History Walking Tour: Exploring Modern City Life
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248 Ratings
Denver
Discover the vibrant history and modern charm of Denver on a walking tour. Explore historic hubs, trendy neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks with a local guide.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Colorado State Capitol - Start your tour at the Colorado State Capitol, a beautifully historic building dating back to the late 19th century. Meet your guide here and gain an understanding of Denver’s rich history from its very beginning.
- LoDo - Explore the modern side of Denver by visiting the Lower Downtown (LoDo) neighborhood, known for its lively bars, trendy restaurants and exciting nightlife. Take a stroll down the 16th Street Mall, a mile-long pedestrian promenade designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, and discover a wide range of shops, eateries and entertainment options
- The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection - Your guide will take you into the historic Brown Palace Hotel, built in the late 19th century, where you will have the opportunity to admire its unique and celebrated architecture.
- Larimer Square - This busy part of LoDo is a popular location for locals to shop, eat and have fun. We will probably stroll on this tree-lined street during the tour.
- Union Station - Refinished and refurbished to its former glory, Union Station continues to operate as Denver’s main train station - a far cry from it’s early days bringing settlers to the West. Today, Union Station boasts restaurants, shopping, and lots of people-watching. When your tour ends, you’ll be in the perfect, central spot to continue exploring downtown Denver!
What's Included
- Explore Denver with a local guide for insider knowledge.
- Receive personalized recommendations for sights, activities, and dining.
- Experience the vibrant Lower Downtown (LoDo) area on a walking tour.
- Visit the iconic Brown Palace Hotel and appreciate its architectural beauty.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities/tips for your guide
- Food, Drinks
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in Denver’s rich history, from its initial days as part of the Old West to its thriving contemporary status. Experience the soul of Colorado’s capital firsthand, led by a native guide as you tour historical landmarks, popular local spots, and city’s main attractions. Explore the stylish LoDo district, amble down a street fashioned by a renowned architect, hop into an exquisitely designed hotel and witness the lively Union Station. Get drawn by the breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, but stay enchanted by the deeply rooted culture and fascinating history.
- ​This is a WALKING TOUR - Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can walk in. Walking may be difficult in snowy or rainy weather.
- The summer months can be especially hot, so please bring sunscreen and a hat. In winter be sure to dress warm, as we’ll be outside for a majority of the tour.
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
- For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 16 people.
- In the event of road or attraction closures, your guide will do their best to work around the obstacles or take your tour to alternate locations.
Location
Colorado Veterans Monument
Lincoln Street
1449 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80203 (Colorado Veterans Monument in Lincoln Memorial Park, on the west facing side of Capitol Building, between Lincoln Street and North Broadway)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(248 Ratings)
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Joebe456zk
Apr 21, 2024
Denver in 2 hours! - What wonderful day! Michelle was incredibly knowledgeable about Denver's storied history and was a lot of fun to be with. She was thoughtful about everyone's needs throughout the tour. I would highly recommend this day tour!
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Odyssey413596
Apr 20, 2024
Great tour guide - Kristina is amazing. Great tour and entertaining. Very knowledgeable and super fun. We learned a lot about Denver history
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B4743bwjasonj
Apr 20, 2024
Kristina is the best! - Kristina was awesome! She was very knowledgeable and kept the conversation lively and fun! She gave us a lot of fun recommendations from restaurants to breweries!
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446eminp
Apr 20, 2024
Good job Kristina - Kristina was very nice and informative, she answered all my questions and gave me great recommendations. If I were to do the tour again, I would want her as my guide.
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Richard_m
Apr 16, 2024
Nice tour ! - Anne, our tour guide, was fun and informational. Nice review of sites with tips on additional tours (some free) along the route
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Portlandlupe
Apr 16, 2024
Fabulous 2 hour tour of Denver - We had a fabulous tour with Bruce and learned so much about Denver! Bruce was a fabulous and knowledgeable tour guide and I am still thinking about all that I learned what a way to spend two hours.
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L2349ssbarbaral
Apr 15, 2024
Wonderful Tour - Bruce is an incredible guide! He is SO knowledgeable and SO passionate about what he does. He truly elevated our visit to Denver, for me who is from out of town and for my friend who lives nearby. We both were totally engaged and enjoyed. And I have a mobility challenge and Bruce was able to navigate the whole tour so I could enjoy everything.
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Selene_m
Apr 13, 2024
So glad we did it! Engaging and informative tour. - A very informative and engaging tour. Bruce made it very fun and enjoyable. He’s a great guide! Thank you 😊
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Amy_m
Apr 16, 2024
Good overview of city,... - Good overview of city, friendly guide. Beautiful day for a walking tour. Great way to get in 10,000 steps in a day!
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Jenniferdw5960om
Apr 8, 2024
Great background on Denver - Interesting history of the city. Fun to hear Anne’s personal connections. Casual small group with stops as needed. We enjoyed it.
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