Top Denver Walking Tours

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains. Weave through small, historic towns and drive over alpine passes, as you scan the horizon for mountain wildlife like elk, black bears, or moose. Take a breath of fresh mountain air while hiking out on the trails, and feel like you're standing on top of the world up here on America's backbone.

Discover the best of the Rocky Mountain National Park on a guided full-day tour. Park entrance, along with round-trip transportation from Denver or Boulder is conveniently included. Set at a moderate pace, the hike is perfect for people with some experience who also want to take time to appreciate the scenery. Stop for a complimentary packed lunch, which can be prepared to accommodate dietary restrictions.

Eat your way through downtown Denver's ever-changing dining scene on a walking food tour that lets you sample five of the best restaurants in town, all in one afternoon. Discover award-winning eateries plus farm-to-table meats, authentic Neapolitan pizza, and a specialty product featured on ‘Top Chef.’ In between bites, learn about Denver's Wild West history and pass landmarks like the city’s oldest jazz club.

Get the lowdown on LoDo on an express tour of Denver’s oldest neighborhood. Both historic and rapidly changing, the district is home to many of the city's hippest bars, restaurants, and hotels. Walk a loop around LoDo’s most important landmark buildings while hearing tales from Denver’s Wild West history. Get inside tips on where to dine and drink while in town from a guide who knows the area best.

Get chills down your spine on an evening walk through Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings in the city. Let your guide take you through the dark streets, pointing out the haunted mansions, telling tales of historic scandals, and discovering paranormal activity.

Experience the supersize scenery and Wild West history of the Rocky Mountain foothills on this small-group escape from Denver. First, head out on a hike to the Flatirons and take in the stunning views. Then, visit a local taproom for a complimentary drink from a selection of award-winning beers. Enjoy free time to stroll and browse independent stores on the funky, pedestrian Pearl Street Mall.

Folks have been drawn to Denver for over a century -- find out why on this downtown adventure exploring the Queen City of the Plain’s rich past, glinting with the promise of gold and other “riches” of the Rocky Mountains. Join our team of local guides a mile high up and take in the fascinating stories, beautiful architecture, and modern food-and-drink scene on this orientation tour of Colorado’s capital city.

Our haunted pub tour is a combination ghost tour and pub crawl that will take you on a walking tour of Lower Downtown (LoDo) to explore the fascinating history of the city. Hear some of Denver's most famous and creepy haunted stories. A costumed guide will lead tour goers on a 2.5 hour journey through some of the oldest bars in downtown Denver. We will bars that are housed in historic buildings that date back to the mid-19th century, and have time to enjoy a delicious optional libation as the guide tells you all the spooky happenings and great history of this Old West town!

On this 3 hour walking tour of Denver you’ll find out how & where Denver REALLY began. You’ll you’ll hear tales of the pioneers, con men, & kingpins of the underworld that made Denver what it is today! 3 drink stops. Purchase drinks individually (drinks are NOT included with ticket**) Nallen's Irish Pub - History of how Denver got its start. Walk to next stop, Tales of Outlaws, Con men, & the history of whiskey here in Denver Whiskey Cocktail - History of an Old West game & sip cocktails in an old Saloon Whiskey Bar - Tour ends at a modern Saloon choose to enjoy a Whiskey/Bourbon tasting or cocktail of your choice.

Hear the Denver stories that don’t get included in the guidebooks. On this roughly two-hour walking tour of the city’s prominent graffiti and street art, discover the city’s cultural underground hiding in plain sight. Learn about the art, the artists and the neighborhoods that you’re exploring from your guide, including stories about how Denver has changed and how that’s affected the art being made. This tour opens up a new and unsung side of Denver.

Join Denver Terrors for a walking ghost tour through the city’s oldest and most haunted neighborhood, Capital Hill. Our unique collection of captivating and unnerving historical stories reveal what makes Denver one of the most compelling haunted locations in the country. Visit great mansions of greedy politicians and cutthroat journalists where you will hear authentic tales of tragedy and deceit. See the home of Titanic survivor, Molly Brown, and possibly get a glance of her face watching you from the window. Only on a ghost tour with Denver Terrors, can you unlock the dark secrets of the Mile High City.

Explore the colorful creative side of Denver on this tour through the mural-covered streets of the River North (RiNo) Arts District. You’ll go off the tourist trail to see some of the most diverse and exciting works of street art in the American West - including graffiti and 3D installations, diverse works by and supporting black, female, Native American, and LGBT artists, and the ever-changing annual work of the CRUSH Walls Festival. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a local treat to snack on as you feast on the best art RiNo has to offer!

Explore the natural beauty of Colorado’s Front Range on this private hiking trip from Denver. Discover the awe-inspiring vistas, ancient rock formations, and forests of this beautiful region near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Your friendly and experienced guide will customize the hike based on your experience level, and you can choose from a half-day or full-day hike.

Explore downtown Denver’s biggest attractions plus hidden curiosities that even most locals don't know about on this walking tour that's full of surprises. See essential landmarks like the , Denver Art Museum, Colorado State Capitol, and Brown Palace Hotel while a Denverite guide shares details of intrigue, scandal, and Wild West history along the way. It's a great way to get oriented and get local tips on where to dine, drink, and get cultured in the Mile-High City.

Experience a haunting mixture of ghostly stories and pub crawling on this walking tour of Denver. Explore haunted bars and buildings in the unique and historic South Broadway (SoBo) neighborhood. Throughout the night, you'll be entertained with creepy stories about the city's ghostly inhabitants while sipping on drinks at several local bars. With your costumed guide leading, we'll explore the haunted Denver Distillery in depth before venturing out to other intriguing and spooky spots.

Aspire Tours specializes in dynamic and hand-crafted sightseeing adventures for small groups in the Colorado Rockies. Our local five star guides design immersive experiences to help you create meaningful moments with people and places. This overnight night trip is the perfect introduction into the adventures of backpacking. It allows you to gain experience in the outdoors while being in the heart of the Rockies. Discover the solitude of the backcountry, gain knowledge on backpacking essentials, and the wilderness surrounding you. Disconnect and experience a deep connection with nature in one of the most scenic National Parks in the nation.Perfect for beginners and hiking enthusiasts.

Visit one of the United States’ most beautiful mountain ranges on this sightseeing adventure of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. This escapade offers you a half-day and a full-day option to choose from. With either choice, customize your own itinerary, and journey to the Front Range for guided sightseeing of some of Colorado’s must-see spots.

Get a glimpse into Denver’s chilling Victorian past on this ghost tour of the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings and their scandalous past as you walk through one of the country’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Your guide provides fascinating facts about Denver, its notable residents, and its entertaining ghost stories.

Discover why Denver is nicknamed the ‘Napa Valley of Craft Beer’ on a fun and social beer tour and pub crawl through the historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) district. Pop in to four local breweries to taste more than 10 samples of Colorado craft beer with an expert hops-, ale-, and lager-loving guide. Find out how Denver became the center of the craft brewing movement in the West, and walk off all those tastings with a jaunt through the city’s oldest and most dynamic neighborhood.

Our Haunted Denver Food tour will begin at Tivoli Brewing Company Taphouse at 900 Auraria Pkwy Ste 240, Denver, CO 80204. We have exclusive food tastings lined up to include at least 5 tastings at 3-4 locations. Tours last about 2.5 hours and cover about 3/4 mile of walking with plenty of stopping for stories and food along the way. Tours will include the history of Denver, Denver ghost stories, and stories of the restaurants we visit. Typical food on our tour includes Irish, German, and Denver Bar Food. We put together an incredible Denver Food Tour and we know you will love it!

Experience the remote mountain ghost towns via miners' tracks over alpine passes of the Rocky Mountains. See the high-country splendor - beautiful meadows of blooming columbines and lupines, rushing mountain streams and waterfalls and abundant local wildlife. Explore the mountains the way locals do, guided by highly-trained local experts. Using sturdy off-road vehicles, we explore remote, well-preserved ghost towns. The once legendary Como, Tin Cup, Pitkin are on our route. Crossing Boreas, Weston, Cottonwood and Cumberland Passes allows you to see the Rocky Mountains on remote miners' tracks off the beaten path and without tourists. Experience Colorado like a true local!

Experience the iconic national park with a local expert. See the amazing wildlife during the best times of day – morning and late day. Spend the night in solitude experiencing the dark night skies. We will make your trip fully enjoyable and explore this jewel in our National Park system. Choose between guided hiking, wildlife watching, photography, or bird watching. Trips can be changed to fitness level and age of children. In spring we search for the elusive elk babies. In July we enjoy the amazing wildflower bloom. In August we seek the majestic elk, bighorn sheep and mountain goat above the treeline. In September we witnessed the elk rut. Camping in the Rockies brings us back to nature, the silence, a roaring campfire, the dark night skies. Your guide will tailor your trip to your needs and desires. We provide the tents, inflatable mattress and camp kitchen. Just bring your sleeping bag.

Experience the iconic national park with a local expert. See the amazing wildlife during the best times of day – morning and late day. Spend the night in solitude experiencing the dark night skies. We will make your trip fully enjoyable and explore this jewel in our National Park system. Choose between guided hiking, wildlife watching, photography, bird watching, or for a fee, boating on Grand Lake or fly fishing. Trips can be changed to fitness level and age of children. In spring we search for the elusive elk babies. In July we enjoy the amazing wildflower bloom. In August we seek the majestic elk, big horn sheep and mountain goat above tree line. In September we witness the elk rut. Camping in the Rockies brings us back to nature, the silence, a roaring campfire, the dark night skies. Your guide will tailor your trip to your needs and desires. We provide the tents, inflatable mattress and camp kitchen. Just bring your sleeping bag. Lodging can be added as well

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Denver has a fascinating blend of mountainous panorama and historic architecture, reminiscent of its Gold Rush days. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Where is the cute rock formation called the Kissing Camels located? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Operation City Quest of Denver allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Denver

Not only is Denver home to many an outdoor adventurer, with gorgeous natural scenery all around, the city itself is booming with culture. It is a mountainous metropolis offering the visitor her many diverse faces. Get an intimate look inside local Denver life and discover the unique history. With the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, this walking tour captures what it truly means to call this place home. With a lively craft beer and food scene, Denver appeals to all types of visitors and not just the outdoor types. Your private tour will give you a well-rounded look into the many swatches that make up the fabric of this great Rocky Mountain city. From the striking façade of the Denver Art Museum, to the gigantic blue bear holding up the convention centre building, this tour will give you a true taste of what makes Denver such a glorious destination.

This is a luxurious customized private tour. I have been a tour guide for over 10 years and have specialized in private custom tours.I am an international certified tour guide and have a commercial insurance and therefore legal to drive paying passengers in Colorado. In addition I am a retired teacher that loves educating people about the unique history of Colorado. Denver is an old Cowboy town where at one point the Indians and whites mingled peacefully in downtown Denver. The town was full of miners, cowboys, Indians various ruffians and dancing girls. You will learn more about some of these cowboys and ruffians on my private tour.

NOTE: We limit the number of guests on each tour; because of this, this tours tends to sell out quickly. This is where it all began, in 1856. This walking tour is a fun adventure through the oldest and most trendy neighborhood in Denver. You will be treated haunted stories, scandalous events, and historic locations. Some of the stops include: The Dairy Block, Larimer Square, Union Station, Coors Field, Brothel Row, Rockmount Ranch Wear, The Oxford Hotel (the oldest hotel in Denver), LoDo, Cat Alley, Sukura Square, D & F Clock Tower, and the 16th Street Mall, plus much more. We will stop at the Dairy Block, for coffee and snacks.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Often called ,,The Mile High” city, it is proud to have 200 visible mountain peaks, stretching over 225 kilometres long. What interesting stories can be told from Denver’s Gold Rush and Wild West period? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Denver. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Our Wild West Tours aren't just dates and facts. Golden is full of amazing stories from the mid to late 19th century, so we bring those characters and events to you through interactive storytelling. On the pub crawl you'll get to enjoy a refreshing beer at three local microbreweries while your tour guide regales you with true Wild West stories from Colorado's and Golden's founding. Between stops, we'll explore Golden's history first hand as our band of Golden Bandana'd outlaws traverses the streets in search of our next saloon! With COVID restrictions limiting seating at breweries, groups are currently limited to 6 participants, but exceptions may be made for private parties.

Crazy Dash scavenger hunt of Denver, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Denver.

This tour is a must for those who appreciate the craftsmanship of a great brew in the River North Arts District, nicknamed RiNo, which is an industrial wonder. Join us as we take an exclusive unique brewery tour of this popular district. Pub food tastings may include wings, pretzels and flatbreads. Experience a unique view of where the brews are crafted and enjoy a wide selection of local beers. Our friendly local host will share the local stories that are definitely worthy of raising a pint to.

Travel through time with our expert local guide and discover the rich history of our Capitol Hill. Capitol Hill resides east of the Colorado State Capitol building. It’s a true piece of Colorado history, full of several turn-of-the-century mansions and is worth exploring for the architecture alone. Many of Denver's oldest buildings, dating from the late 1800s, can be found in the eclectic Capitol Hill neighborhood, where old and new have established a perfect marriage. Explore some of the city's most historic institutions and landmarks.

You'll use an app to explore Denver in this fun scavenger hunt. Use the app to find things around the city, take photos and collect points. At the end, take a look at the rankings to see your score compared to other teams across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Denver.

Walk through history in Denver’s oldest neighborhood, Lower Downtown; or LoDo as it has been nicknamed. Discover the stories that created the city as you stroll through historic streets including the popular Larimar Square which is the block where Denver began. Lodo is full to the brim with hip bars and restaurants, as well a wide variety of shops.

Become a culinary explorer with our exclusive River North Food Walking Tour. The River North Arts District, nicknamed RiNo, has an industrial appearance that can be a surprise. RiNo’s historic warehouses and factory buildings is where you’ll discover music venues, restaurants, breweries and a eclectic of art galleries and studios. We’ll visit top restaurants and breweries as you sip and savor chef creations. Your friendly, knowledgeable local tour host is excited to share the local stories of the area along your personal taste journey of Denver. This tour is crafted to delight the senses through food tastings from a selection of locally owned restaurants; along with your selections of wine, beer or cocktails to enhance the experience. Join us, and discover RiNo one bite at a time.

Eat your way through Downtown Denver like a local on this walking tour of Union Station and LoDor! Enjoy Denver's best local cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and craft beers at 4-5 of Downtown's best restaurants, breweries, and favorite cocktail bars. Your tour is guided by a Denver foodie expert who will provide a little history of the city, and an insider's look at Denver's vibrant restaurant & cocktail scene. Tour available Wednesdays-Sundays.