“This is seriously the best walking tour I have been on. I learned so much about the rich (and colorful) history of Denver”!! Kristen H., Boulder, Co. Yelp Review, January, 2025

   Denver City Highlights & Hidden Gems

Bus Tour
                             

NOTE: Each tour only has 12 available spots; because of this, the tour tends to sell out quickly. Book Early! 

“This Tour is Fun”! We will take you through the best parts of Denver, featuring Denver’s historic landmarks, as well as exploring some hidden gems. Themes include history, haunts, and scandals. We offer an ENTERTAINING and creative approach to touring. Highlights include: Larimer Square, The Molly Brown House, the Colorado State Capitol, the Denver Botanic Gardens, the Colorado Governor’s Mansion, the Denver Mint, and much, much more.

You will really hear about the unknown truths about Denver’s historic landmarks, including the Good, Bad, and Ugly. Our Route is unique, in that we take you to few places that are only known to the locals, including restaurant recommendations.

Our guides are locals to the area. They specialize on bringing a little humor and intrigue to their stores. This tour meets at the Slate Hotel. If you would like to arrive at the Slate Hotel early, they serve breakfast and coffee.

Bus Tour, Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours long. Note: The bus is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

$38 per/ person – Meets at the Slate Hotel. Note: due to the nature of the tour business, all reservations are non-refundable.  

Best of Denver Tour

“A Fun & Interactive Introduction to Denver”-TripAdvisor-July, 2024

NOTE: For the comfort of our guests, we are limiting the amount of people on each of our tours to 20; because of this, tours tend to sell out early. 

This is a cultural immersion experience. We lovingly, call this “The tour that has everything”.

Downtown Denver is a visual feast for the eyes. The tour has an “Off the beaten path” vibe, while including the significant landmarks of Denver. We will sample some of the local food in Denver (These stops my vary). Enjoy the excitement and energy of the 16th Street Mall, with its boutique shops and trendy restaurants. Bohemian artist and street musicians line the corridor of the 16th Street Mall, while historic landmarks and points of interests beckon the past. The Denver Art Museum, the Colorado State Capitol, Civic Center Park, the Byers Evans Historic Home, and the infamous Brown Palace Hotel are just a few of the landmarks you will see.

Fun facts, famous residents, scandals from the past, haunted hotels, are among the stories that you will see on this tour. Bundle and Save: this tour is also available as a Combo Tour, with the Capitol Hill Ghost and History Tour

Walking Tour, Duration: 1.9 Miles and 2 to 2.5 hours long.

$26per/ person-Includes a free restaurant guide

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Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable.

Twilight Ghost Tour

“The best ghost tour I’ve Ever been on”-TripAdvisor-November, 2024.

NOTE: For the comfort of our guests, we are limiting the amount of people on each of our tours to approximately 20 people; because of this, tours tend to sell out early.

This tour is sure to convince even the most skeptical of Ghost critics. This area was once known as millionaires row. Turn of the century mansions conjure up remnants from the past, in the form of ghostly apparitions.

NOTE: this tour is also available as a private tour, conducted by bus. To reserve a private twilight ghost tour by bus, please call 720-365-9464

*This option is also available as an All-Inclusive Experience, with a Boozy Twist* see details below. 

Walking Tour, Duration: 1.7 Miles and 2 hours long. Haunted, Historic Mansions Combined with Frequent Paranormal Encounters are the features of this tour.

$26per/ person-Includes a free restaurant guide.

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Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable, no exceptions

 All-Inclusive Twilight Ghost Tour, with a Boozy Twist

NOTE: For the comfort of our guests, we are limiting the amount of people on each of our tours to approxamently 20 people; because of this, tours tend to sell out early. 

All-Inclusive Experience: Our ever popular Twilight Ghost Tour is now available as an all-inclusive experience, including a couple of complimentary drinks, while you hunt for ghosts. NOTE: This is not a pub crawl, it is fun evening of ghost hunting, history, and a couple of  bar stops along the way. 

What is included:

• We will treat you to one complimentary drink, per bar stop (*This will include wells, select wines, and drafts*). Only one drink per stop. We will not be ordering food or appetizers. We will only be at each bar stop for approximately 15 minutes, depending on bar traffic and speed of service. bartender/waiter gratuity is included. Although bars that we stop at along the way can change, our typical scheduled stops are at Charlie Brown’s (a neighborhood gem)  and Bar Nun (themed bar, with a haunted vibe).
• We will supply each reservation with an EMF (*This will be on loan to you, while you are on the tour. Please return all EMFs to tour guide at the completion of the tour*)
• This tour is an alternate or slightly shorter route, from our regular Twilight Ghost Tour, so that we can provide extra time for the bar stops.
• Adults Only, we love kids, but everyone must be 21 or older, in order to participate in this tour. No Exceptions.

A Scary Good Time, with Drink Options: This tour will take through the Haunted and Historic Capitol Hill Neighborhood, which is known to be hauntingly beautiful. We will explore the neighborhood, with ghost hunting equipment (EMFs), with a couple of drink stops, along the way. This tour will give you chills, while warming yourself up with a drink or two. Our guides are fantastic, and will keep you entertained through out the journey. You may even hear some additional Denver ghost stories. (*This will be dependent on the noise level and seating arrangement at each bar*)(*NOTE: **You do not have to drink to come on this tour; however, there will be no price adjustment, if you decide you don’t want the complimentary drinks**)

Note: This tour sells out quickly, during the Halloween Season, so book early.

Walking Tour, Duration: 1.5 Miles and 2.5 hours long. 

$52 per/ person-Includes one complimentary drink, per bar, use of an EMF, and a free restaurant guide.

Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable, no exceptions.

Private Tour: Combo Tour; Best of Denver Tour/Capitol Hill History and Ghost Tour

Bundle and Save: This tour has everything! This walking tour combines two of our most popular tours; the Best of Denver Tour and The Capitol Hill History & Ghost Tour.

With this package, you will get the best of both worlds. Within this combo tour, you will get to see and hear about the historic “Wild west” history of  Denver, while visiting most of the popular landmarks. After a small break, you will venture into the historic and haunted neighborhood of Capitol Hill. Because of the merger of these two epic tours, you will also get to see one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the United States (Thrillist, 2015). Stroll through Victorian, tree lined streets, and experience the MOST HAUNTED neighborhood in Denver. 

Walking Tour, Duration: 2 miles, 3 hours long. 

$149 per/ person, Includes a free restaurant guide. 

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Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable, no exceptions

Private Tour: Denver’s Wild History Tour

“This has to be my favorite tour”-TripAdvisor-March, 2025

Private Tour: LoDo, as it is referred to by locals, is Denver’s Lower Downtown District. Known as the oldest part of the city. Its history, combined with its scandalous past await you.  Themes Include: History, Haunts, Scandals, Trendy Hotspots, Restaurants, and Free Entrance to the Ballpark Museum. Ghostly images walk the streets of this area, as a way to reminds us of their once lively existence.

This tour is also available as a self-guide, audio tour; however, admission to the Ball Park Museum is NOT included in the audio version of this tour. The audio tour is price at $9.99. See the “Book the Audio Tour” button below, to chose the audio version of this tour. 

Walking Tour, Duration: 1.5 Miles and 1.5 hours long. 

$99per/ person-Includes a free restaurant guide.

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Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable.

Holiday Light’s & History Walking Tour

This walking tour is an historic journey into Denver’s wild past, while enjoying the wonderment of the Holiday Lights, along the tour route. Denver is known as the “Christmas City”, and after taking this tour, you will understand why. As a special treat, we will stop for to see the Holiday Drone Show. From the remarkable lights of Union Station to the Victorian charm of Larimer Square, you will enjoy every stop. We end the tour at the Tivoli Quad, at the German, Christkindlmarket. At this location you will have the opportunity to grab a giant pretzel, hot chocolate, hot apple cider, or some roasted almonds. You may also want to visit their beer garden, for some lively entertainment, and a beer. This tour is great for holiday parties and family holiday outings. The tour starts, outside of the Denver Chophouse and Brewery, and ends at the Tivoli Quad, where you will find the Giant Holiday Tree and the German Holiday Market. The tree is an animated marvel, and the Christkindlmarket is a delight.
$22 per/person

Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable, no exceptions

Private Tour: Capitol Hill History & Ghost Tour (Day Tour)

“This tour I would do again. It was highly entertaining”-TripAdvisor- July, 2025

Ranked as one of the top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods in the country. Walk along the shady tree-lined sidewalks of the Capitol Hill neighborhood, enjoy the fresh air, and learn about Denver’s colorful, and often scandalous past. This tour is also available as a private tour and as a  Combo Tour, with the Best of Denver Tour

Walking Tour, Duration: 2 hours long, 1.7 miles. Haunted, Historic Turn of the Century Mansions are the features of this tour.

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Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable.

Self-Guided Audio Tour: Denver’s Wild History Tour

Denver’s Wild History Tour is also available as a Self-Guided Audio tour. You can do this tour any time you would like, and create your experience along the way, by stopping for a bite to eat or a drink, if you would like. This tour give you an interesting overview of the wild west beginnings of Denver. The tour features history, haunts, and scandals. You will have to option to start and stop this tour, as often as you would like. Some of the featured stops include: The tunnels of Denver, the 16th Street Mall, Larimer Square, Union Station, The Oxford Hotel, McGregor Square, and the Diary Block.

Walking Tour, Duration: 45 minutes

$9.99 per/ person

Note: Due to the nature of the the tour business, all tickets are non-refundable.

Rocky Mountain National Park Tour

This tour is offered by Explorer Denver Tours: Inside the Park, 110 peaks reach as high as 11,000 feet in altitude, including the celebrated Longs Peak, which boasts a height of 14,260 feet. The beautiful scenery in this area can be viewed by car or on foot. Trail Ridge Road is the most popular route among tourists and interestingly, it is North America’s highest continuous paved roadway. If you are a wildlife enthusiast, you can also anticipate seeing a broad range of birds and animals in their natural habitat, as well as other unforgettable sites.

Bus & Walking Tour, Duration: 8 hours – Lunch Included

$179 per/ person Note: Ages 8+ ONLY

Pikes Peak & Garden of the Gods Tour

This tour is offered by Explorer Denver Tours: Adventure awaits, and you don’t have to go far to enjoy some spectacular regional scenery. The Pikes Peak tour from Denver tour takes you through the jewels of Colorado and allows you to be inspired by the beauty of nature. Whether you just want to take in the mountain views or you’re hoping to spot some prairie falcons and scrub jays, our Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods tours are certain to elevate your passion for Colorado’s serene natural spaces. Located in Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods is a public park.

Bus & Walking Tour, Duration: 8.5 hours – Lunch Included

$199 per/ person Note: Ages 8+ ONLY

The Best Possible Experience

We Are a Locally Owned and Operated Tour Company. We ensure that you experience Denver, and the culture that makes us unique, from those who know it best.

We limit the number of guest in each of our tours, so that each guest has the best possible experience!

Best Tours of Denver is proud to be recognized by U.S. News World Report, as one of the top 10 tour companies in Denver, 2024.

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