LoDo Walking Tour

Denver, Colorado

LoDo Walking Tour

Denver, Colorado

Duration: 2 hours

Overview

Discover the vibrant history and hidden gems of Denver’s oldest neighborhood on this 2-hour guided walking tour of LoDo. Your local guide will share fascinating stories and point out the best spots to eat and drink, making you feel like a local by the end.

🏙️ Guided walk through Denver’s historic Lower Downtown

📜 Fascinating stories about Denver’s past and present

🍽️ Recommendations for the best local dining and entertainment

📸 Opportunities to see and photograph iconic landmarks

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 11:00am

Full description

Immerse yourself in the rich history and bustling atmosphere of Denver's Lower Downtown, or LoDo, on this engaging 2-hour guided walking tour. Starting at the iconic Union Station, your savvy local guide will take you on a 1.5-mile journey through the heart of Denver’s oldest neighborhood. Along the way, you'll hear captivating stories about the city's past, including tales of Hop Alley, Denver’s first Chinatown, and visits to historic landmarks such as Mattie Silks House of Mirrors, the oldest operating hotel in Denver, and the underground tunnel system beneath the city.

This tour is perfect for those with limited time who want to get a comprehensive overview of LoDo’s history and vibrant present. Your guide will also point out the best local spots for dining and entertainment, ensuring you make the most of your visit. The tour ends back at Union Station, giving you plenty of time to explore more of the city on your own or ask your guide for additional recommendations.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome
Physical limitations: Need to be able to walk approximately 1.5 miles

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children under 10 years old can join for free but need to be signed up at the time of reservation
Individuals with disabilities: Tour may not be wheelchair accessible due to walking distance and terrain
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2 hours (+ or - 15 minutes depending on group size and pace)
What’s included: Guided tour of LoDo with a savvy local guide, visit to major landmarks such as Union Station, The Dairy Block, Coors Field, Market Street, 16th St Mall, Larimer Square, and Oxford Hotel
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times; other guests may be joining (up to 15 people total)
Photo/ video: You may take your own photos; photos are encouraged!
Specific rules to follow: No specific rules, just follow the guide’s instructions

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running
Arrival: Plan to arrive 10 minutes in advance
Parking: There are many parking garages in the area around Union Station. We recommend using the Spot Hero or Park Mobile app for the best deals on parking. Meters are not recommended as the time runs out too quickly.
What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes
What to bring:
- Water
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable clothing suitable for the weather

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

Tours require a minimum of 4 adult guests to operate; if the minimum is not met, a full refund will be provided
Gratuities are graciously accepted

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.