What to do and see in Colorado, United States: The Best City Tours

October 19, 2021 Mollie Coke

Colorado is home to no less than twenty-six ski resorts such as those in Vail and Breckenridge; other winter activities include snowboarding, sledding, sleigh rides, snow hiking and snowmobiling. The state is blessed with national parks, grasslands and forests where in warmer weather you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or rock climbing. Wildlife abounds, from bears to moose and raccoons to wolverines. More interested in local history? Head for either the Ute Indian Museum or the Koshare Indian Museum, and don't miss the forts such as Fort Garland and Bent's Old Fort. For a complete change, why not take a ride in a hot air balloon from South Park Valley or Boulder and admire Colorado's picturesque landscape from above?
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1. Lonely Planet Experiences: Private Walking Tour of Denver

200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA Travel Curious - Denver
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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.

Inclusions: A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group, Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places, A local snack and drink along the route

Exclusions: Cost of transportation on the day (if required), Gratuities (optional), Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point, Additional food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way

2. 1.5 Hour LoDo Walking Tour in Denver

Union Station, Denver, CO 80202, USA Denver Local Tours
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What's LoDo? I’m happy you asked! Lower Downtown or as we call it - LoDo is Denver’s oldest neighborhood which is home to some of the best restaurants and attractions in Denver. On this 1.5 hour walking tour your savvy local guide will share fascinating history and point out local hot spots (where to eat and drink). We walk about 1.5 miles where we bring to life the past, present, and future of our beloved city. This tour is perfect for those who have limited time and a busy schedule. At the end of the tour you will feel more like a local and less like a tourist! We begin the tour by discussing the iconic Union Station and its significance to the survival of Denver as a city. Over the next hour and a half we walk a loop around LoDo where we share stories of Hop Alley (Denver’s first Chinatown), visit Mattie Silks House of Mirrors (the most famous bordello of its time), visit the oldest operating hotel in Denver, and learn about the underground tunnel system that runs beneath the city.

Inclusions: Savvy local guide, Small-group walking tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By kanikkac

This tour was literally the best part of my day! I also had the pleasure of doing both Will's Whiskey, History and Outlaws tour along with his wife Rachel's, 1.5 LoDo Walking Tour. To no surprise Will was equally as AMAZING as his wife! He not only knew a great deal about the city and its history, but he could tell you based on your favorite cocktail the best bar to find it at! Who does that?! Being quite the lover of libations as I am, I greatly appreciated that! My friend and I also asked about a great karaoke spot to visit that evening and even though he didn't know the name of the establishment off hand he went out of his way to get in touch with us after the tour to relay the information. A stand up guy! Don't sleep on this tour!

3. Salida Ghost and Murder Tour

228 F St Bridge, Salida, CO 81201, USA Salida Walking Tours
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Salida has a bloody history. Dare to walk the haunted streets of our past with your knowledgeable guide on this spine-chilling tour. 5-Star rated on every travel platform. Your costumed guide will creep you out and provide great storytelling. Or you'll get a 100% refund! (We are not responsible for demonic possessions). A portion of what you'll experience: ~ 24 stories jam-packed into 90 minutes ~ Uncover shocking details of Salida's serial killer​ ~ Hear the tale of a dead madam who still wanders her brothel ~ Visit sites of current ghost hauntings (we have plenty!) ~ A local miner literally died of fright--learn why ~ Learn why national paranormal investigators love exploring here ~ Look for the infamous woman in the window ~ View the location of a vicious lynching ~ No hype--only fact-based, chilling stories of spirits and death ~ Visit one of Salida's original mortuaries ~ Walk down the street most locals try to avoid ~ Visit the where guests claim a demon attached to them

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Bottled water

Reviewed By 719karenj

We lucked out and got a personal Salida Sam tour from Steven Chapman (author of the Salida Sam books)! We filled out the waiver online before the tour. There's free parking near the F Street Bridge, including fairly large lots on the other side from Riverside Park. We learned a lot about the history of Salida, the architecture, and some exciting historical events all within a few blocks on F Street! It was a beautiful day. The trees were flowering. Tourist season hadn't quite started, yet. It was an easy walk and there was often seating, if needed. Along the way, we passed some lovely eateries. We walked along the riverwalk afterwards, ate at a local restaurant, and bought stuff after window shopping. For those who play Pokemon Go, there were 2 gyms and many Pokestops along the way. That colorful tree (gym) really is a colorful tree! Go find it!

4. Denver History and Highlights Small Group Walking Tour

Colorado Veterans Monument, 1449 Lincoln St, Denver, CO 80203, USA Denver Tour Hub
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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.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide

Exclusions: Gratuities/tips for your guide

Reviewed By 748kandacek

We had a fantastic tour!! Thank you to our tour guide, Aaron, for being so informative and for showing us some amazing pieces of art! He let us ask all the stupid questions we wanted and could explain a ton of the art and it's underlying theme if not full message, it made the pieces even more beautiful! Thanks for a great experience and thanks for taking our pic, we had a ton to choose from!!

5. Listen to a Tour Guide While You Drive between Breckenridge and Denver

Breckenridge, CO 80424, USA Listen to a Tour Guide While You Drive between Breckenridge & Denver, CO
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Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive! Using GPS, our fun game show host like tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure! Enhance your drive between destinations, or use as a one way stand alone tour. Hear about stop-worthy things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more. Over 45 points of interest will keep you entertained and take your road trip to the next level! Route. Interstate 70 between Breckenridge & Denver with extensions to Vail & Boulder. Travel in either direction. Freedom. Stop at as many sights & attractions as you like. Start/stop anywhere. Hands Free. Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour. Trivia Fun. Each point of interest has a fun trivia question included in the audio. Keep score or just listen! Inexpensive. Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.

Inclusions: Hands free (audio plays automatically), Lifetime Tour Access on Tripvia Tours app for Android & iOS, Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)

Exclusions: Attraction tickets, Smartphone or tablet, Transportation (use your own vehicle)

6. Spokes and Scoops: Explore Denver's top ice cream spots on an audio bicycle tour

Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211, USA VoiceMap Denver
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For anyone who loves ice cream, bicycles, and neighbourhood gazing - this self-guided GPS audio tour is for you! Visit the best ice cream spots in Denver, based on their gourmet-style scoops as well as their location in explorable districts. In case four ice cream stops sounds excessive, you can justify it by the fact that you'll be pedalling along by bicycle. Please note that bikes are not included and we encourage you to make use of B-Cycle (Denver's public bike share system). The best time to go is late afternoon or evening as the ice cream shops open between noon and 2pm and start closing at 10pm. Be warned, the lines at ice cream shops can be up to 20 minutes long during popular times. Each ice cream stop is in a fun pedestrian-friendly district with alternate / additional browsing options. Along this route, you’ll find city parks and green spaces to take a break, as well as great local breweries and delicious taco joints.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap app for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Smartphone and headphones, Transportation (including bike), Food and drink, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

7. Craft Distillery Bus Tour

Mile High Spirits, 2201 Lawrence St, Denver, CO 80205, USA Centennial Tours

This tour is one of the first craft distillery bus tours in Colorado. Your guide's goal is to educate you about the exciting craft whiskey and spirits industry in the Centennial State, while enjoying several proper tastings along the way. This local operator provides first class, worry-free party bus transportation to get you from one distillery to another.

Inclusions: Beverages, Professional guide, Transportation between venues

Exclusions: Gratuities, Additional food or drinks (other than what is specified)

Reviewed By 822deidraf

I would NEVER recommend this tour. We stood in the exact point where the email from the tour company stated. No one ever showed up, no email or phone call canceling our tour. I called the tour phone number more than 10x, left voicemail messages and texted the number suggested in the voice mail. I never received any communication from them In return. I prepaid for two people, I am fighting the charges with my bank. We even went to the distillery that the tour was supposed to end at and the manager said NO tour was scheduled/reserved an area to be there! We spend $25x2 just to get to and from the tour meet up spot. What a waste of money. Worst vacation experience!

8. Best of Denver Tour

1437 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80202, USA Centennial Tours

See the best of Denver, Colorado on this guided, 3.5-hour tour around the Mile High City. This sightseeing food and beverage tour is one of the newest and most exciting tours yet, and it’s designed for those who want it all — from the popular Voodoo donuts and food trucks to Colorado distilleries. This tour provides the pulse of Denver’s current city culture and history, perfect for guests looking to experience a variety of Denver's highlights, particularly those who are new to the Mile High City.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Beverages, Food tasting

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 822deidraf

I would NEVER recommend this tour. We stood in the exact point where the email from the tour company stated. No one ever showed up, no email or phone call canceling our tour. I called the tour phone number more than 10x, left voicemail messages and texted the number suggested in the voice mail. I never received any communication from them In return. I prepaid for two people, I am fighting the charges with my bank. We even went to the distillery that the tour was supposed to end at and the manager said NO tour was scheduled/reserved an area to be there! We spend $25x2 just to get to and from the tour meet up spot. What a waste of money. Worst vacation experience!

9. Blackhawk-Central City Casino Tour from Vail

B-LineXpress LLC.

Take a scenic trip through Colorado’s Rocky Mountains in one of our luxury vehicles on your way to the newest gambling venue in the state, Blackhawk/Central City. From historic sites such as the Central City Oprah house to the new 30 story Ameristar Casino in Blackhawk there is something for everyone the two unique Colorado Mountain Towns. Includes round trip private luxury transportation, snacks, and bottled water.

Inclusions: Gratuity, Bottled water, Snacks, Chauffeur, Hotel/Private Residence pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Additional hourly fees (for tours that last longer than 4 hours)

Reviewed By christopherbE3888LA

It was fun adventure to visit local breweries and see the great outdoors in the process. The chauffeur was extremely professional and accommodating. The 10th Mountain Distillery was a cool add on suggest by our concierge on wheels.

10. Private customized tour of Denver, Red Rocks, Idaho Springs and mining towns.

Adventiure Scenic Tours of Colorado

I offer my tours in English, Spanish and French. This is a private tour cerified by the State of Colorado for private SUV tours. Let's explore Denver and the scenic beauty of the Red Rocks Park along with several mining towns. Imagine that Denver was once not long ago full of Cowboys and Indians who roamed the mud filled streets of Denver. Now market street and Larimer Square (the area where Denver was founded) is now several blocks of swanky restaurants and boutique stores. Leaving Denver we ascend to over 6400 feet when we visit the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater. In the park there are miles of hiking trails that are intertwined with sandstone cliffs. Rolling Stones had previously ranked Red Rocks the best musical venue in the United States. Onward, we will go up through several beautiful canyons past Evergreen and then upto Idaho Springs. From Idaho Springs we ascend to the old mining towns of Central City which once claimed to have the richest square mile in the world. .

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch and or Dinner are excluded as are tickets to all museums.

Reviewed By cjma

Brad did a great job getting us to our destinations and had a lot of information along the way. There was a shield between the front and back seats for COVID safety. Would recommend Brad but would insist the vehicle be sanitized before the trip.

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