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Colorado State Capitol: Our most recommended tours and activities

Denver: Denver Terrors Ghost Tour

1. Denver: Denver Terrors Ghost Tour

Like the looming Rockies, Denver’s dark history casts a long shadow over the Mile High City. Dive deep into the haunted history at the heart of the city’s oldest neighborhood, Capitol Hill, on a guided walking tour. Choose between a standard 1-hour tour or a 1.5-hour extended tour. Hear stories take you on a journey back to a time of wealth, luxury, and deceit. This collection of stories will unearth the dark secrets that are the foundation on which this iconic city was built. Follow your guide through 8-13 (standard or extended tour) different sites and historic houses around the state’s Capitol building. Find out where the unsinkable Molly Brown, one of the most famous survivors of the sinking of the Titanic, might still show her face. See a side of Denver not often seen by visitors. Take a walk through the beautiful neighborhood that is the heart of the Mile High City while listening to the chilling tales of its past. Have an informative, memorable, and slightly terrifying night on a tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Denver and seasoned locals alike.

Denver: Explore Must-See Highlights & Historic Landmarks

2. Denver: Explore Must-See Highlights & Historic Landmarks

Discover Denver's blend of history and contemporary culture on this walking tour. Starting at the Colorado State Capitol, a 19th-century building reminiscent of the United States Capitol, you'll meet your local guide and learn about the city's origins before setting off to explore the hotspots and historic sites that make Denver unique. After leaving the State Capitol, head to the Lower Downtown neighborhood, known as LoDo, to experience the modern side of Denver. This area is filled with lively bars and trendy restaurants. Take a walk down the 16th Street Mall, a mile-long pedestrian promenade designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, and explore the array of exciting shops, eateries, and entertainment venues. You may also take a leisurely stroll around the tree-lined Larimer Square, a local favorite spot. Step off the streets and into the historic Brown Palace Hotel, built in the late 19th century. As one of the first hotels to feature an atrium design, it is renowned for its unique architecture. Take a moment to admire the building's beauty and learn about its history. Our tour concludes at Union Station, the heart of Denver. Recently restored to its former glory, Union Station offers a variety of dining and shopping options, as well as ample opportunities for people-watching. Once a hub for transporting settlers to the West, it now serves as Denver's main train station. As your tour ends, you'll be in an ideal location to continue exploring downtown Denver.

Denver: Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour by Smartphone

3. Denver: Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour by Smartphone

Enjoy the beauty of Denver, the capital of Colorado on a self-guided walking tour. Solve riddles and find clues in a treasure hunt game on your phone while visiting famous attractions like the Colorado State Capital, the historic Brown Palace (where the Beatles played), Sculpture Park, and more. You will receive details of the website and login credentials after booking. Visit the website and start your adventure with your smartphone as your guide. Apply your knowledge throughout the game and learn interesting facts about the city of Denver. See the iconic Big Blue Bear, the Larimer Square, and the sights along Cherry Creek. During the tour, feel free to stop at any part of the tour to spend some more time exploring the hidden gems of the city. You will know the history and culture city of Denver while truly getting to know Denver. Explore the city at your own pace while playing a fun treasure hunt game with your team.

Denver: Guided City Driving Tour

4. Denver: Guided City Driving Tour

Take in the landmarks of Denver as you go on a city driving tour. Drive past Coors Field stadium, check out the iconic landmark of Union Station, and view the architecture of Brown Palace Hotel. When you finish, take some memorable photos at the Big Blue Bear Statue. Hop into your car at the meeting point and let your driver take you around downtown Denver and the CBD. See Union Station, a renovated train station that dates back to 1914, which houses many restaurants and bars. Then, pass by Coors Field Stadium, home to Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies. After this, go to the CBD to check out Brown Palace hotel. Marvel at the architecture of this upscale hotel, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Get back into your car and head to Colorado Convention Center for a photo beneath the famous Big Blue Bear Statue. On certain days, you may have the chance to see Colorado State Capitol. Finish your Denver experience as you are dropped back to the starting point.

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What people are saying about Colorado State Capitol

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 37 reviews

A visit (long version) of almost two hours where we move from place to place near the Denver Capitol. Our guide (very friendly) tells us story after story. For the "paranormal" side ... strange things have happened and especially on the photos taken (orbs). Very nice visit to do.

Our tour guide was fun and described the creepy ghost stories of Denver's past. I had theories as well and asked additional questions that she entertained. It was worth my time and money. Thx

Our guide was amazing - animated and truly loves her ghosts. We did fact check some of the stories, history tells another story on the Espinosa clan.

Guide was friendly and had lots of fun and interesting ghost stories plus history of the area! Fun tour!

Enjoyable walking tour, combining history, architecture and ghost stories.