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Explore Denver’s LoDo on a Historic Walking Tour - Denver

Explore Denver’s LoDo on a Historic Walking Tour

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical exertion beyond walking

Overview

Discover Denver’s rich history on the LoDo Walking Tour. Explore stunning architecture and hear captivating stories about the city’s transformation.

Walking Tour
Denver, Colorado

LoDo Walking Tour

All ages • 1.5 Hours • Denver almost disappeared forever...

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Discover the rich history of Denver on the LoDo Walking Tour, where passionate guides unveil the transformation of this vibrant neighborhood. Explore stunning late 19th and early 20th-century architecture, learn about the railroad's impact, and experience the unique blend of preservation and development that defines LoDo today.

Put the guidebook down and join Historic Denver on the LoDo Walking Tour!

Duration

1 Hour and 30 Minutes

LoDo Walking Tour Details

From Union Station to Wynkoop, Tattered Cover to Warehouse Row, learn how the largest collection of historic warehouses in the West transformed from railroad hub to skid row to urban hot spot.

All tours are led by a corps of passionate and highly-trained citizen docents tell the story of Denver’s founding, the arrival and impact of the railroad, the way buildings grew up around Union Station, and the transformation of the neighborhood – now a national model for how to balance preservation and development.

On this guided walking tour you will:

  • View one of the finest collections of late 19th and early 20th-century commercial buildings in America, historic hotels, and adaptive reuse projects.
  • Get a sense of what it felt like to arrive in and live in Denver at the turn of the 20th century.
  • Find out how Denver’s population mimicked the mining industry’s ups and downs.
  • Learn the reasons the neighborhood became a hot-spot, and understand the architecture that still makes LoDo unique.
  • The tour will take place in the Lower Downtown Historic District, a national model for how to balance preservation and development.

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes

The tour covers several city blocks on paved surfaces, so supportive footwear will keep your feet comfortable.

Bring water and stay hydrated

Carry a water bottle, especially during warm months, to stay refreshed while exploring the streets.

Arrive early for parking

Downtown Denver parking can be limited, so allot extra time to find a spot or use public transportation.

Prepare for outdoor weather

Dress in layers and check the forecast to ensure comfort regardless of temperature changes during the walk.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Urban squirrels often seen darting through parks
  • Peregrine falcons nesting on tall buildings

History

LoDo is Denver’s oldest neighborhood, originally built around the railroad industry that was vital to the city’s growth in the late 1800s.

Conservation

Efforts to preserve historic buildings and promote sustainable urban development help maintain LoDo’s unique character and reduce environmental impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Provides support and comfort for extended periods on city sidewalks.

Reusable water bottle

Essential

Staying hydrated is essential, especially in warmer months.

summer specific

Sunglasses and sunscreen

Essential

Protects you from the strong Colorado sun during summer tours.

summer specific

Light jacket or layered clothing

Essential

Helps you adjust to changing temperatures throughout the day.

spring|fall|winter specific