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Keeping you safe during COVID-19
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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2 hours 20 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
Overview
Explore downtown Denver’s biggest attractions plus hidden curiosities that even most locals don't know about on this walking tour that's full of surprises. See essential landmarks like 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. It's a great way to get oriented and get local tips on where to dine, drink, and get cultured in the Mile-High City.
- Put the guidebook away and walk around Downtown Denver with a savvy local
- See historic hotels, contemporary architecture, and off-the-beaten-track gems
- Learn juicy trivia from Denver's history and gain insight into its modern culture
- Stop for a tasty treat at the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and a favorite deli
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What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Tour escort/host
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.
Departure & Return
1340 Sherman St , 1340 Sherman St, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Paramount Theatre , 1621 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USAThis walking tour begins at the Alma Temple. Look for the letters "KPOF" on the top of the building, It is 1/2 block from the Colorado State Capitol. There is a paid parking lot on Sherman, between 13th and 12th, on the west side of the street. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
This tour ends at the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, on the 16th Street Mall, at the Denver Pavilions.You can hop on the 16th Street Free Mall shuttle, in order return to the start. It is an easy and cheap Lyft or Ubers ride back to the starting location.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- OPERATED BY Best Tours of Denver LLC
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the social distancing policy during Best of Denver Tour?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Best of Denver Tour?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Best of Denver tour
Amanda_Y
, Aug. 2022
Eddie was fantastic and very knowledgeable! We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Denver.
Response from Host , Aug. 2022
Hi Amanda, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, and for writing this nice review, I appreciate your business. I’m glad you enjoyed your tour, and your guide. Eddie is awesome. I’m glad that he took care of your group. We strive to deliver the best experience possible, and we take pride in positive the feedback that you provided. Come back and see us again sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Best of Denver!
Lorraine_D
, Jul. 2022
While the whole itinerary was amazing, I enjoyed the Brown Palace tour the most. Thanks, Bill, for an informative and entertaining tour!
Response from Host , Jul. 2022
Hi Lorraine, thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. I really appreciated having your positive energy in the tour. We had a very fun group that day. I always love it when locals take one of our tours. I hope that you get a chance to come back, and take one of our other tours.
Thanks again,
Bill
Wonderful day
Suzanne_B
, Jul. 2022
Eddie was an amazing tour guide.! He was very well spoken and, knowledgeable. Definitely book this tour it doesn’t disappoint
Great experience!
Katherine_N
, Jul. 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and hearing the history of the city. I would recommend this to anyone interested in a walking tour!
A Perfect Intro to Denver
8jkrycb9vs
, Jul. 2022
The tour is a great introduction to Denver and I recommend for anyone wanting to learn they layout of Downtown. Eddie was extremely knowledgeable and had a great balance of personal favorites with must-sees. This is also a great value and well worth your money.
Response from Host , Jul. 2022
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and for writing this nice review. I’m glad that you had a great time, and that we exceeded your expectations. We strive to deliver the best experience possible. Eddie is great. It sounds like he took good care of your group. Please come back and join us again sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Good for 1st timer!!
Ashish_P
, Jul. 2022
It was informative. Ed was very pleasant and knowledgeable. Great start for 1st timer. Some good history and inside information.
Response from Host , Jul. 2022
Hi Ashish, thank you for taking the time to write this positive review. It means a lot to me to know that you enjoyed your tour, and your guide. Eddie is great! I’m so glad that he did a good job for your group. I hope that you get a chance to come back and take one of our other tours sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Denver History
Janice_R
, Jul. 2022
Eddie was a great tour guide! He shared so much information about the sights we saw. It was a good mix of history and sights.
Absolutely fantastic tour!
Sharon_L
, Jun. 2022
Absolutely extraordinary tour! Bill made the tour so informative and truly entertaining! We learned valuable history as well as lots of funny, bizarre and interesting facts! This tour is a must! We loved every minute!
Downtown Tour with Eddie
Terry_L
, Jun. 2022
Eddie was very knowledgeable, fun and make the tour very enjoyable. I was with my 17 year old granddaughter and your was great for all ages.
Great spots in Denver
Candace_N
, Jun. 2022
Our guide, Eddie, helped us understand the city of Denver. We saw the important and historic buildings. Very enjoyable tour.
Response from Host , Jun. 2022
Good stories
Shlomit_W
, May 2022
The Brown hotel special nice stories about it. Overall nice tour to see different parts and museums.
Informative and...
Thomas_M
, May 2022
Informative and worthwhile. The pro choice demonstrators at the Denver Capital building and grounds were an unfortunate pain in the posterior
Response from Host , May 2022
Hi Thomas, thank you for sharing your experiences, and for writing this positive review. I’m so glad that you liked your tour. I understand about the protesters. Because we stop at the Capitol, we run into protesters of every kind, at this stop. Most of our guests appreciate seeing examples of democracy in action, even if they may not agree with the various causes. Of course this is beyond our control. We always keep our guest safe, and we have never had a situation involving anything but peaceful protesters on any of our tours. Thank you for your patience. I hope that you can come back and see us again sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Tour of Denver was remarkable
Stephanie_J
, May 2022
The tour was awesome, interesting and informative to learn about the history of Denver. The tour representative was very knowledge, professional and helpful during the tour of Denver.
Response from Host , May 2022
Hi Stephanie, thank you so much for writing this awesome review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your tour experience. That’s what we really strive to achieve. I forwarded your review to Eddie. It made his day. I hope that you get a chance to come back and see us again sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
THE BEST TOUR IN DENVER!!
Martin_B
, May 2022
I would like to give thanks to Bill for the awesome tour around downtown Denver and for his great sense of humor. My uncle and I had a great time and he ever brought us to a hotel where there are paranormal activities and had a slight ghostly encounter. I would greatly recommend this tour. Again, thank you Bill for the wonderful and fun tour. I wish I could give 1 million stars.
Response from Host , May 2022
Hi Martin, thank you so much for writing a positive review, and for your kind words. I enjoyed your group so much, and it was a joy having you guys on the tour. You both really added a lot to the overall mood of the tour. Your paranormal encounter is one for the books, and your experience will forever be a part of the stories that we tell on the tour. I hope that you get an opportunity to come back, and take one of our other tours sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Thanks again,
Bill
Great Tour
Mary_D
, May 2022
The tour was very interesting and Bill was wonderful. His extensive knowledge of Colorado and Denver history was great! We would highly recommend this tour for both first time visitors and those who have visited the area many times as we have.
Response from Host , May 2022
Hi Mary, thank you for taking my tour, and for taking the time to write such a nice review. I really appreciated having you and your husband on the tour. I love the city of Denver, and I enjoyed sharing it with you. Next time you’re in town, maybe to will get a chance to take one of our other tours.
Thanks again,
Bill
We’ll be back thanks Bill.😄
Dawn_P
, Apr. 2022
Thanks for what turned out to be a private tour of the city. We had a great time and Bill was a great guide.
Response from Host , Apr. 2022
Hi Dawn, thank so much, for taking the time to write this positive review. I really enjoyed the experience of doing this tour for you and your husband. You both were so fun, and you made my job much easier. I appreciate the pictures and the videos that you sent me. I posted them on my Facebook page. Please come back, and take one of our other tours sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
Bill was a great tour...
Connie_L
, Apr. 2022
Bill was a great tour guide. Very informative and knowledgeable. I would recommend that anyone taking the tour asks for Bill and/or Eddie
Response from Host , Apr. 2022
Hi Connie, thank you so much for this nice review. You and your husband were such a great addition to the tour. You both were so fun. I’m so glad that you enjoyed my tour. Thank you for sharing your pictures with me. I hope the next time that you’re in town that you’ll get a chance to take one of our other tours.
Thanks again,
Bill
Can't go wrong choosing this tour!
Janet_K
, Apr. 2022
Bill (and Eddie) were great. Informative and entertaining. We got fantastic ideas for what to do on the rest of our trip. Yes, there is a bathroom break halfway through the tour. Got a ton of Denver and Colorado history in a short amount of time. Very valuable tour.
The Denver you DONT know!
Cheryl_E
, Jan. 2022
Very interesting back stories. Guide Bill was fun & knowledgeable. If he didn’t know something he readily said “I don’t know”. Small group, 2.5 hrs was the right amount of time. Maybe a little western history highlights could be added.
Fun walk
Valerie_S
, Jan. 2022
Bill was a great host. My friends and I had a great time. Even as a Denver resident, I learned a lot about my city. I would recommend this to anybody who just wants to have a good time around downtown Denver.
Response from Host , Jan. 2022
Hi Valerie, thank you so much for coming on the tour, and for taking the time write this positive review. I thoroughly enjoyed you and your friends. You really contributed to the overall experience of the tour. I hope that you’ll get a chance to come back, and take one of our other tours sometime.
Thanks again,
Bill
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