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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Savvy local guide
✔  We use Vox Tour Solutions assisted listening devices so everyone in the group can hear their guide.
✔  Small-group walking tour
✖  Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

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.

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
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Denver Union Station 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.
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Dairy Block We explore the Instagram friendly and lively Dairy Block

Duration:  15 minutes

3
Coors Field Learn about Coors Field and their first Major League team.

Duration:  10 minutes

4
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

5
16th Street Mall 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

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Larimer Square 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

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

Duration:  10 minutes

Additional info
•  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 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.
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Price:
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Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2 hours
Guide in:
English   
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