- 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.\n\nItinerary\n\nUnion Station\n\nThe Dairy Block\n\nCoors Field\n\nMarket Street\n\n16th St Mall\n\nLarimer Square\n\nOxford Hotel\n\nWe 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.
- Savvy local guide
- Assisted listening devices provided by Vox Tour Solutions for clear guidance
- Intimate small-group walking experience
- Gratuities
BE PREPARED FOR AN ABUNDANCE OF DRAMATIC FATHERLY HUMOR
Curious about LoDo? Delighted you’re interested! Lower Downtown, also known as LoDo, is Denver’s historic district that houses many of the city’s finest dining venues and places of interest. During this informative 2-hour stride through the area, your insightful local guide will divulge intriguing historical accounts and highlight neighborhood favorites for food and refreshments. The journey covers approximately 1.5 miles, weaving a narrative that bridges the past, present, and future of our cherished metropolis. This tour is an ideal choice for those with time constraints and packed agendas. At the journey’s end, you’ll feel more like a Denver native and less like an outsider!
Our adventure commences at the renowned Union Station, shedding light on its crucial role in preserving Denver’s existence. Over the following 2 hours, we’ll saunter through LoDo forming a circle, while sharing narratives about Denver’s Asiatic old quarter, a visit to the epoch’s most renowned red-light district, a stop by Denver’s oldest operational hotel, and delving into the subterranean tunnel networks that vein beneath the city.
KINDLY BE IN PLACE BEFORE 11 AM.
- We meet at the flagpole at Union Station off 17th and Wynkoop Street. Address is 1701 Wynkoop.
- 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.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (1.5 miles)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wear comfortable shoes and ee encourage you to bring water and sunscreen
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
