Our most recommended things to do in LoDo, Denver

Denver: City Highlights, Views, and Secret Spots Bus Tour

1. Denver: City Highlights, Views, and Secret Spots Bus Tour

Join this fun bus tour with a local Denverite &  jump into exploring the Mile High City. Hop onboard our comfortable 14-passenger shuttle & enjoy taking in Denver's top sights as we wind through the heart of Denver & visit a great spot for views of the mountains. Denver's beauty shines year-round & experiencing Denver's top sights and discovering the stories behind them, is a great way to kick off your time in our Mile High City. Along the way, enjoy tons of fun commentary from your guide, ask questions, take pictures of Denver's amazing landmarks, and see & hear more about the Mile High City, past and present! Your tour kicks off at Union Station & then we'll hit the streets, rolling past some of our favorite highlights, including the iconic Larimer Square, the unique Denver Art Museum, we'll explore LoDo together, cross over the must-see 16th Street Mall, hear the U.S. Mint's heist stories, visit the Colorado State Capitol's famous Mile High Steps & much more! And best of all, we'll make 1-2 optional photo stops and there's plenty of time to ask Qs, get great local, off-the-beaten-track recommendations from your guide and more. You'll see and hear more than 90-minutes than you thought possible on this fun, light-hearted tour of our Mile High City!

Denver: History and Architecture Walking Tours

2. Denver: History and Architecture Walking Tours

Select from 5 unique walking tours to learn more about notable buildings in Denver, and the individuals who built them. Join a knowledgeable guide on one of the following tours to learn more about architecture and local history. Lower Downtown Walking Tour (LoDo) Begin the tour at Union Station, and admire the beautiful architecture of LoDo as you learn how Denver went from a small grouping of tents to a major railroad hub to skid row to an urban hot spot. Capitol Hill Walking Tour Begin the tour outside the Molly Brown House Museum. Explore the beautiful and charming historic mansions of Capitol Hill and uncover the stories of families who lived in these stately homes at the end of the 19th century. Historic 16th Street Tour Wander down 16th Street in downtown Denver, which has been a vital thoroughfare since 1858. Hear of Denver’s history, enjoy the architecture, and see what is now known as the 16th Street Mall in a new light. Mansion of Quality Hill Tour Discover Quality Hill which boasts architectural gems like the Governor’s Mansion, Malo Mansion, and the Zang Mansion. Learn more about the individuals behind the homes, and their legacy in Denver. Larimer Square Tour Explore Denver’s oldest block and how local citizens saved the block from ruin and dilapidation and created the city’s first historic district.

Denver: After Dark Ghosts of the City Walking Tour

3. Denver: After Dark Ghosts of the City Walking Tour

On Denver After Dark Adults-Only Ghost Tour you will explore downtown Denver’s history of vice and death – and the victims who linger behind. Your tour will begin at Union Station. At this location you will learn about the Gold Rush of 1858 and the Silver crash of 1893. Next, you'll make your way to The Crawford Hotel. Here you will learn about Denver's first railroad station, and you will hear about the haunted history of the Crawford Hotel. You'll continue on to the Ice House where you will learn about the largest cold storage in Rocky mountain region. Next, you'll visit Market Street (The Row). At this location, you discuss Jack the Strangler and the history of The Row. You'll continue your journey to 18th and Lawrence where you will discuss the history of the Denver City Cable Railway Co. You'll then make your way to the Bryan White US Courthouse where you will discuss the history and and hear about the floating head of The Capitol. This tour includes optional stops as well such as The Equitable Building, Daniels and Fischer Tower, The Oxford Hotel, and Mattie Silk's House of Mirrors.

Denver: LoDo Craft Beer Guided Walking Tour

4. Denver: LoDo Craft Beer Guided Walking Tour

Taste your way through the historic Lower Downtown district of Denver as you visit 4 hand-picked microbreweries to sample seasonal and local ales, lagers, and stouts. Take a guided 1.5-mile walk through the LoDo and Ballpark districts and visit fantastic microbreweries to sample beer along the way. Make 4 stops on your tour and go behind the scenes of the brewing process, visit a brewpub that began a nationwide franchise, and drink in the brewery founded by the governor. Learn about the city's history and how it became the capital of craft beer. Discover why Denver is dubbed the “Napa Valley of Beer” from your tour guide, share a drink with them, and ask them all your beer-related questions.

Denver: Lower Downtown Scavenger Hunt Adventure

5. Denver: Lower Downtown Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Looking for a way to turn Denver’s historic Lower Downtown into a giant game board? This interactive scavenger hunt combines the fun of the Amazing Race with a two-hour sightseeing tour of Denver’s LoDo district. Guided from any smartphone, groups make their way among well-known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. The adventure begins at a historic building and takes you on a well-designed course through the historic area, Coors Field, Union Station and Confluence Park you discover the rich history, art and culture of the original Denver. Using a smartphone as “the guide” allows participants to start when they want and determine their own pace of play. Since you are the creator of your own schedule, you can stop for lunch midway or for a later cold brew at one of the many hot spots in the area. Offered at a fixed price for a group vs. per person pricing, this city tour/game offers a great value to those on a budget.

Denver LoDo: Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour by Smartphone

6. Denver LoDo: Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour by Smartphone

Explore Denver's historic Lower Downtown District (LoDo as the locals call it) on a self-guided walking tour. Follow clues on your smartphone and solve interesting puzzles along the way. 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. See the hip and happening 16th street mall, sights along Cherry Creek, and many lesser-known sights of the downtown district. Play with your group at your own pace as the game guides you through the city. Solve the 21 challenges on the scavenger hunt as you learn local history. Score points for correct answers and aim for a high score on the leaderboard.

Denver's History Tour + Ghosts

7. Denver's History Tour + Ghosts

LoDo, as it is referred to by locals, is Denver’s Lower Downtown District. Known as the oldest part of the city. Its history, combined with its scandalous past await you. Market Street was once the epicenter for some of the most famous brothels in the American West. Ghostly images walk the streets of this area, as a way to reminds us of their once lively existence. This tour is unique, because we do go into a couple of the famous spots in the area, giving you a more immersive experience. Note: This tour sells out quickly, during the Halloween Season, so book early. Walking Tour, Duration: 1.5 Miles and 1.5 hours long. Larimer Square, The former Red Light District, The Dairy Block, Unions Station, 16th Street Mall, McGregor Square, Coors Field, History, Haunts and Scandals are some of the features of this tour. Our customers love this tour!

Discover Denver: A Walking Tour of Denver's Top Sights

8. Discover Denver: A Walking Tour of Denver's Top Sights

Join this fun walking tour with a local Denverite & jump into exploring Denver through our unique pay-what-you-wish model*! We'll see & experience Denver's amazing sights, landmarks and history together, plus see some hidden spots & hear entertaining stories that even most locals don't know. We kick things off at the Colorado State Capitol's Mile High Steps & hit the streets for our walking adventure of the Mile High City. You'll explore Denver's Civic Center & hip LoDo areas, including 11 must-see sights, while also digging into the great culture & history that make Denver so unique. If you're the type that likes a little bit of everything: history, culture, art, & architecture; this tour's for you! We give great recommendations & you'll have lots of opportunities to take pics, ask Qs & learn more in 2 hours than you thought possible. *After your experience wraps up, you decide how much the experience was worth to you (pay-what-you-wish) via a tip to your guide.

Denver: Guided City Driving Tour

9. Denver: Guided City Driving Tour

Take in the landmarks of the Mile-High City as you go on a Denver city tour aboard a private vehicle! Hop into your car at the meeting point and let your local Denver tour guide take you around for a downtown Denver tour. See Union Station, a renovated train station that dates back to 1881 and which now houses several restaurants and bars. Then, pass by Coors Field, home to Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies. After this, head to the Central Business District to check out the 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 not only see but enter the Colorado State Capitol for a tour and enjoy magnificent views from its dome. Let us arrange admission in advance to the nearby Molly Brown House to learn about the legacy of this unsinkable activist. Your Denver city tour can explore other unique neighborhoods like River North, or RiNo, to see once-industrial buildings now covered in colorful murals. Finish your Denver tour where you met your guide or any location of your choosing in the city!

Denver City Walking Tour

10. Denver City Walking Tour

Our Denver walking tour can start anywhere in the city, but you’ll definitely want to explore the Lower Downtown, or LoDo, neighborhood, rich with historic buildings and stories of the old West. Visit the grand Denver Union Station, stroll down charming Larimer Square, and take in the magnificent interior of Brown Palace Hotel. If it’s art you’re after, we’ll make a stop outside the Colorado Convention Center for some photos beneath the Big Blue Bear, before heading over to River North (RiNo) Art District to take in awe-inspiring murals and colorful graffiti. On our way to our Denver art tour segment, we can pass by iconic Coors Field stadium. You’ll have a chance to enjoy some local food recommended by your local Denver tour guide, maybe at one of Denver’s food halls like Denver Central Market, or enjoy a craft beer at one of the best breweries in town.

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What people are saying about LoDo, Denver

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 21 reviews

The tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable & engaging. She provided us a welcoming experience to better understand the history of Denver & why the architecture & landscape changed over the years. During the history tour, we were fortunate to come upon local residents that currently owned & were staying in one of these places. These residents were friendly & invited us inside their home to quickly see the interior architecture, the remodeling changes they did, etc. We also got a rare chance to meet a local actually redesigning many of these historic homes to make it more inviting for residents to live. And though we got lucky with these opportunities, our tour guide still managed to keep us within our designated tour timeframe. If you want to get a different historical perspective of the city, I highly recommend you attend this tour.

We had our tour with Pam. She was super energetic and gave a great tour. She gave a lot of great insights and it was a lot of fun. Can definitely recommend the tour was very interesting!

Tour Guide was very knowledgeable of the history of these beautiful buildings. He was freindly and answered all of our questions. I would take a tour again with him.

Our guide was super knowledgeable and passionate about Denver history. I have already recommended her tour to all my Facebook friends!

Fun and a way to see things we would never have otherwise. Thanks for the good time.