2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver
THIS TOUR REQUIRES 4 GUESTS TO START
What's LoDo? I’m happy you asked! Lower Downtown is Denver’s oldest neighborhood which is home to some of the best restaurants and attractions in Denver. On this 2 hour walking tour your savvy local guide will share fascinating history and point out local hot spots, where to eat and drink. We walk about 1.5 miles where we bring to life the past, present, and future of our beloved city. This tour is perfect for those who have limited time and a busy schedule. At the end of the tour you will feel more like a local and less like a tourist!
We begin the tour at iconic Union Station and its significance to the survival of Denver as a city. Over the next 2 hours we walk a loop around LoDo where we share stories of Denver’s first Chinatown, visit the most famous bordello of its time, visit the oldest operating hotel in Denver, and learn about the underground tunnel system that runs beneath the city.
PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 11 AM.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047
Our tour kicks off at the Union Station flagpole. We begin the tour by discussing the iconic Union Station and its significance to the survival of Denver as a city. Over the next hour we walk a 1.5 mile loop around LoDo where we share stories of Hop Alley (Denver’s first Chinatown), visit Mattie Silks House of Mirrors (the most famous bordello of its time), visit the oldest operating hotel in Denver, and learn about the underground tunnel system that runs beneath the city.
Itinerary
Union Station
The Dairy Block
Coors Field
Market Street
16th St Mall
Larimer Square
Oxford Hotel
We end the tour back at Union Station aka the living room of Denver. Your local guide is here to help you make the most out of your time in Denver so don’t hesitate to ask any questions.
Stop At: Dairy Block, 1800 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202-1577
We explore the Instagram friendly and lively Dairy Block
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Coors Field, 2001 Blake St At 20th St, Denver, CO 80205-2060
Learn about Coors Field and their first Major League team.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 1946 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
We walk through Denver's original "Red Light District" and learn about some of the famous Madames that worked "on The Row."
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 16th Street Mall, 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
Visit 16th Street Mall and learn about the architect, it's past, and future, as well as learn about one of it's iconic buildings.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Larimer Square, 1430 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202-1739
Stop in Larimer Square and learn about how, where, when and who started the city that we now know as Denver, as well as who saved it.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Oxford Hotel, 1600 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Denver's oldest operating hotel, learn about it's history and one of Denver's most iconic bars!
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"We meet at the flagpole at Union Station off 17th and Wynkoop Street. Address is 1701 Wynkoop."
"Stroller accessible"
"Arrive BEFORE 11 a.m. to check in and receive your equipment, tour starts right at 11. Parking is tough to find so use the app "SpotHero" to find parking."
"Families welcome, young children are FREE, please select a young children's ticket so we have the appropriate amount of equipment for the group."
"Service animals allowed"
"A moderate amount of walking is involved (1.5 miles)"
"Near public transportation"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Wear comfortable shoes and ee encourage you to bring water and sunscreen"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"There are mild adult topics that might come up. And there are dad jokes, if you don't like dad jokes, you will not enjoy this tour."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
11:00 AM
Duração: 2 Hours
Ponto de partida: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.