Experience Denver through a private walking tour that blends iconic landmarks, local flavors, and intriguing history stories. Explore the 16th Street Mall and uncover hidden gems on this engaging city adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals comfortable with moderate walking over mostly flat urban terrain.
Wildlife
History
Denver grew rapidly during the mid-19th century gold rush and retains architectural and cultural markers from that era across downtown.
Conservation
Best Tours of Denver emphasizes sustainable tourism by encouraging walking tours that reduce vehicle emissions and promoting local businesses.
Best Tours of Denver
Experience Denver through a private walking tour that blends iconic landmarks, local flavors, and intriguing history stories. Explore the 16th Street Mall and uncover hidden gems on this engaging city adventure.
Best Tours of Denver operates guided walking and private tours throughout Denver, Colorado.
The company specializes in history-focused and ghost-themed experiences that highlight Capitol Hill, Lower Downtown (LoDo), the 16th Street Mall, Union Station, and landmark hotels such as the Brown Palace.
Tours vary from two-hour neighborhood walks to half-day combo itineraries that blend historical storytelling with paranormal legends.
Each public tour and private option follows a curated route designed to showcase Denver’s architecture, gold-rush era stories, and cultural sites.
Popular itineraries include a Best of Denver city tour, Twilight Ghost Tour, Capitol Hill history and ghost walks, and a Wild History tour of Lower Downtown that includes a complimentary ticket to the Ballpark Museum on the specified tour.
Best Tours of Denver offers both scheduled public departures and private bookings for groups seeking a customized experience.
Guides narrate documented local history, anecdotal legends, and documented accounts of past events to create context for the sites visited.
Walks are primarily on foot and suitable for adults and older children able to manage city walking distances.
Booking information, tour durations, and private tour availability are provided through the company's public listings.
Travelers can expect short walking distances, opportunities to explore downtown Denver after tours, and stop points at historically significant buildings.
For visitors focused on history, architecture, or paranormal storytelling, these tours present a focused, locally grounded way to experience Denver’s past.
Reservations are available online and through public booking channels with information on pricing and group sizes and accessibility details.
Based In
Denver, CO
Tours run throughout Denver
Tours Offered
5 distinct tours
History and ghost-focused itineraries
Private Options
Available
Multiple private tour options
Tour Length
2 hrs – half-day
Short walks and half-day combos
Select a public departure or private experience to explore Capitol Hill, LoDo, and downtown Denver today.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour involves several hours of walking through downtown Denver, so sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring a Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially on warmer days, as water fountains can be limited.
Check Weather Forecast
Denver weather can change rapidly; dress in layers to stay comfortable throughout the walk.
Plan Some Time After the Tour
Give yourself extra time to explore downtown Denver on your own following the tour’s end.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Provides support and comfort during several hours of walking across city streets.
Reusable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated, especially in warmer weather.
summer
Layered Clothing
Allows adjustment to changing temperatures throughout the day.
spring
Compact Umbrella or Rain Jacket
Useful for protecting against sudden rain showers typical of spring.
spring