2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver

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About this activity

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.

TOUR LEAVES AT 11 A.M. PLEASE ARRIVE AT 10:45 A.M.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 27 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Denver Local Tours

Ages: Infants (0–0 years) · Children (1–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Savvy local guide
Included: Small-group walking tour
Included: We use Vox Tour Solutions assisted listening devices so everyone in the group can hear their guide.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Denver Union Station

Passing by

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.
Dairy Block

15 min

We explore the Instagram friendly and lively Dairy Block
Coors Field

10 min

Learn about Coors Field and their first Major League team.
Stop 4

10 min

We walk through Denver's original "Red Light District" and learn about some of the famous Madames that worked "on The Row."
16th Street Mall

10 min

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.
Larimer Square

15 min

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.
Stop 7

10 min

Denver's oldest operating hotel, learn about it's history and one of Denver's most iconic bars!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet at the flagpole in front of Union Station at 17th and Wynkoop street. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so your guide can check you in and receive your equipment. Tour starts right on time.

End point

We meet at the flagpole in front of Union Station at 17th and Wynkoop street. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so your guide can check you in and receive your equipment. Tour starts right on time.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We meet at the flagpole at Union Station off 17th and Wynkoop Street. Address is 1701 Wynkoop.
Arrive at 10:45 am. to check in and receive your equipment, tour starts right at 11 a.m. 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.
A moderate amount of walking is involved (1.5 miles)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Wear comfortable shoes and we encourage you to bring water and sunscreen
There are mild adult topics that might come up as we do talk about the Red Light District. And there are dad jokes, if you don't like dad jokes, you will not enjoy this tour.
No recommended for those with problems with walking. Knee issues etc. The tour pace is below the average pace (1.5 mph vs 3 mph) and there are plenty of stops, however the tour needs to end on time.