Walk the RiNo Art District at your own pace with a smartphone-guided mural tour that maps the neighborhood’s biggest and most meaningful street art. Start at Denver Central Market and let the WalknTours app narrate 45–55 minutes of public art, history, and local stories.
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You step out of Denver Central Market into a block of color — paint drips, wheat-pasted posters, and giant faces that loom over traffic. The RiNo (River North) Art District is an open-air gallery where alleys dare you to look closer and walls push the city's stories into plain sight.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45–55 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expects standing and walking on flat urban surfaces for under an hour.
Wildlife
History
RiNo transformed from rail yards and warehouses into an arts district over the last two decades; murals became a visible marker of that cultural shift.
Conservation
Respect the public canvases and neighborhood businesses: avoid spraying, touching murals, and dispose of trash; local groups work to preserve commissioned works and manage graffiti.
Reserve your spot on the Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and use offline maps
The tour runs in the WalknTours app and uses GPS; a full charge and offline map backup prevent interruptions.
Time it for soft light
Late afternoon or mid-morning reduces harsh shadows on murals and lowers delivery-vehicle traffic.
City footwear
Wear supportive shoes for pavement, occasional gravel, and alley curbs—comfort matters more than trail tread.
Respect walls and private property
Look closely but don't cross barriers or alter artwork; many murals are community projects maintained by local artists.
Smartphone with WalknTours app
Required to unlock and play the self-guided tour and narration.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support for pavement, curbs, and short alley detours keeps the walk pleasant.
Reusable water bottle
Denver’s dry air and sun make hydration important even on short walks.
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Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered for the app and photos during the tour.