Denver Highlights Group Walking Tour
5.0
(177)
🕑 2h 20m
Free cancellation
Explore downtown Denver’s biggest attractions plus hidden curiosities even locals don't know about on this guided walking tour that's full of surprises. See essential landmarks such as 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.
Languages:
English
📍1340 Sherman St, Denver, CO 80203, USA
🏢Operated by Best Tours of Denver LLC
Highlights
- ✓Put the guidebook away and walk around Denver with a local
- ✓See historic hotels, contemporary architecture, and hidden gems
- ✓Learn trivia from Denver's history and gain insight into its modern culture
- ✓A great way to get oriented and get local recommendations
What you'll see & do
- ✓This walking tour begins at the Alma Temple. This temple has an interesting and controversial past. Built in the mid 1920s, the building remains a eerie reminder of the scandals of the past. Look for the letters, "KPOF" at the top of the building.
- ✓This building, with it 24 karat gold top, is the crown jewel of Denver. Stand and the 1 mile above sea level marker, and soak in a beautiful view of the Rocky Mountains. So much history.
- ✓This beautiful park is the focal point of Mayor Robert Speer's "City Beautiful" campaign. Completed in 1908, It is the center of state and city government.
- ✓This is an odd museum, at best. Although we don't go in, you will see one of the remaining pieces of the World Trade Center.
- ✓With over 70,000 works of art, the Denver Art museum, is the largest art museum, between Chicago and the west coast. See the "Big Sweep", otherwise known as the "Giant Dustpan and Broom".
- ✓This stop is a chance to try some local flavor. This deli is one of the hidden gems of Denver, but the locals frequent this place. Sit down and get a snack. Their cookies are out of this world. Food and beverages are not included in the tour price.
- ✓This beautiful art museum is truly a hidden gem. The museum highlights the works of local Denver Artists, Vance Kirkland. Although we do not go into this museum; however, it’s a recommended for our guests to later return to.
- ✓This curved building is known in Denver to be one of the most beautiful civic buildings in the city. During the holidays, this beautiful structure, becomes the center place for viewing lights.
- ✓The United States Mint, in Denver is one of 4 locations in the country. This location is the largest producer of coins in the world. We do not go into the Denver Mint.
- ✓The most historically significant home in Denver. We do not go into this house.
- ✓Fire Station No. 1 is a favorite stop on this tour. We will take a moment to go inside, and grab a souvenir. Although you will see some antique fire trucks, we will not tour the entire museum. We do not go through the museum.
- ✓The Curry-Chucovich house is the oldest remaining residence in Denver. With its Victorian charm and its scandalous past, it makes for a great photo spot.
- ✓Closed to street traffic, this is the number one tourist attraction in Denver. With 1.7 miles of restaurants, bars, and shops, this is the perfect place to stay and enjoy the sites.
- ✓Built in 1902, this is the crown jewel of Denver. Be prepared for a feast for the eyes, with architecture, reminiscent of the Titanic. In most cases, we will take you inside this beauty. This hotel has hosted almost every president and dignitary, since Teddy Roosevelt.
What's included
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Tour escort/host
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓People often ask if our guides except tips. Although tips are not expected, if you feel that your guide did an excellent job, feel free to give him or her a tip.
- ✓Transportation to/from attractions
- ✓We do do not go into the Denver Mint, Byers Evans House, or the Firefighters Museum.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
US$ 25.00
Denver Highlights Group Walking Tour
5.0
(177)
🕑 2h 20m
Free cancellation
Explore downtown Denver’s biggest attractions plus hidden curiosities even locals don't know about on this guided walking tour that's full of surprises. See essential landmarks such as 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.
Languages:
English
📍1340 Sherman St, Denver, CO 80203, USA
🏢Operated by Best Tours of Denver LLC
Highlights
- ✓Put the guidebook away and walk around Denver with a local
- ✓See historic hotels, contemporary architecture, and hidden gems
- ✓Learn trivia from Denver's history and gain insight into its modern culture
- ✓A great way to get oriented and get local recommendations
What you'll see & do
- ✓This walking tour begins at the Alma Temple. This temple has an interesting and controversial past. Built in the mid 1920s, the building remains a eerie reminder of the scandals of the past. Look for the letters, "KPOF" at the top of the building.
- ✓This building, with it 24 karat gold top, is the crown jewel of Denver. Stand and the 1 mile above sea level marker, and soak in a beautiful view of the Rocky Mountains. So much history.
- ✓This beautiful park is the focal point of Mayor Robert Speer's "City Beautiful" campaign. Completed in 1908, It is the center of state and city government.
- ✓This is an odd museum, at best. Although we don't go in, you will see one of the remaining pieces of the World Trade Center.
- ✓With over 70,000 works of art, the Denver Art museum, is the largest art museum, between Chicago and the west coast. See the "Big Sweep", otherwise known as the "Giant Dustpan and Broom".
- ✓This stop is a chance to try some local flavor. This deli is one of the hidden gems of Denver, but the locals frequent this place. Sit down and get a snack. Their cookies are out of this world. Food and beverages are not included in the tour price.
- ✓This beautiful art museum is truly a hidden gem. The museum highlights the works of local Denver Artists, Vance Kirkland. Although we do not go into this museum; however, it’s a recommended for our guests to later return to.
- ✓This curved building is known in Denver to be one of the most beautiful civic buildings in the city. During the holidays, this beautiful structure, becomes the center place for viewing lights.
- ✓The United States Mint, in Denver is one of 4 locations in the country. This location is the largest producer of coins in the world. We do not go into the Denver Mint.
- ✓The most historically significant home in Denver. We do not go into this house.
- ✓Fire Station No. 1 is a favorite stop on this tour. We will take a moment to go inside, and grab a souvenir. Although you will see some antique fire trucks, we will not tour the entire museum. We do not go through the museum.
- ✓The Curry-Chucovich house is the oldest remaining residence in Denver. With its Victorian charm and its scandalous past, it makes for a great photo spot.
- ✓Closed to street traffic, this is the number one tourist attraction in Denver. With 1.7 miles of restaurants, bars, and shops, this is the perfect place to stay and enjoy the sites.
- ✓Built in 1902, this is the crown jewel of Denver. Be prepared for a feast for the eyes, with architecture, reminiscent of the Titanic. In most cases, we will take you inside this beauty. This hotel has hosted almost every president and dignitary, since Teddy Roosevelt.
What's included
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Tour escort/host
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓People often ask if our guides except tips. Although tips are not expected, if you feel that your guide did an excellent job, feel free to give him or her a tip.
- ✓Transportation to/from attractions
- ✓We do do not go into the Denver Mint, Byers Evans House, or the Firefighters Museum.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
US$ 25.00