Private Nightlife Tour in Denver: Culture, History, and Cocktails

4.98

5.0(52 reviews)

Private Tour

2 hours 30 minutes

English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the rich culture and history of Denver, as well as its thriving cocktail scene, on this walking tour. Led by a local guide, you will visit popular hangouts and sample some of Denver's most beloved drinks. Take a stroll through the trendy Larimer Square and the Lower Downtown neighborhood, walk down historic streets, and step inside bars and modern-day speakeasies to learn about the history and inspiration behind cocktails. This tour is a perfect blend of culture, history, and cocktails!

Highlights

- See the city through the eyes of a local as you explore Denver with a resident guide, eager to show you their favorite drinking establishments.

- Bottoms up! Deep dive into Denver’s vibrant cocktail scene, sampling the city’s best drinks, from local twists to international classics.

- Learn about Denver’s cocktails and how they fit into the history of the city

- This tour is carbon neutral, operated by a B Corp certified company committed to using travel as a force for good.

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

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers under 21 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.

Suitable for all fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking.

What To Expect

Denver Union Station

Our tour starts at the central hub of Denver, Union Station, where your local guide will provide an overview of the city's early history and its relationship with alcohol through the years, including the prohibition era.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

LoDo

We'll then venture into the heart of Denver's Lower Downtown, also known as LoDo. Your guide will lead you through the historic, brick-lined streets and introduce you to a few of their personal favorite bars. You may begin with a delightful drink at one of Denver's oldest bars, or find yourself in a cosy underground speakeasy with nods to the city's founding pioneers. As you take in the atmosphere of each establishment, your guide will provide insights on the ingredients and background of each drink. You'll gain an appreciation for Denver's place in the world of cocktails, from traditional classics to unique local twists. Your guide will also dispel any myths and shed light on any controversies surrounding some of the most popular drinks on the menu.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Cocktail Tour

What‘s Included

Visit trendy bars and gather recommendations for the rest of your trip

Gain insight into the evolution of Denver's drinks and how they shaped the city's culture over time.

Try three handcrafted cocktails

Discover Denver from a local's perspective with a private English-speaking guide on your side

Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay

Immerse yourself in Denver's dynamic cocktail culture

Explore Denver's Lower Downtown neighborhood, wander its historic streets

Additional Food and Drinks

Gratuity for the guide

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

4.98

52 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Denver cocktail tour
522karlyf,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had such a fun time with Kristina and Hailey! First cocktail tour and we didn’t know what to expect but now we have favorite cocktails and cool stories to tell!
Amazing and fun tour!! Full of great information and (obviously) great cocktails.
sammies24,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing time with Laura! She was knowledgeable, fun, and showed us a great time in Denver. Couldn’t have asked for a better tour to learn about the Denver area and the cocktails that shaped its history.
Fun Valentine's Day activity
Voyager53364180720,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such a fun time on our tour and learned a lot of interesting history on cocktails and the local area. Highly recommend even if you have some familiarity with the Denver downtown area!
Historical Cocktail Tour
jacobkL644RB,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the historical cocktail tour with Kristina and had one of the best experiences with her during our trip in Denver! Not only was she extremely accommodating and kind, but also gave us lots of history for each place. The places were not too busy, but all extremely tasty. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone. We actually did another tour the following day and all said it wasn’t anywhere near as good or enjoyable as our tour with Kristina!
Great birthday celebration fun!
Kelsey R,Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tour guide was amazing, tour is well planned and researched. Learned more about Colorado history than expected and found new favorite spots for historical cocktails. Highly recommend!!
Kristina is amazing! Must do this tour!
930justinu,Nov 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kristina was the best tour guide ever. She was so knowledgeable, personable and great to be around. Not only did we learn a lot but we also had a great time.
Awesome Cocktails
F1479YGericl,Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The drinks were great and so were the stories. I had a very engaging experience with a mix of personal conversation and historical information. Patrick was a great guide
Cocktail tour
jimbZ6421ZS,Nov 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time. Kristina was awesome and shared a wealth of great information! Highly recommend this tour. Had some very delicious cocktails.
This was awesome!
DKSchleus,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Patrick was so fun and Cocktails were so good. We had a great time. The bars were beautiful and the drinks had great history.
Great night out in Denver!
Suthabrutha,Oct 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Patrick was amazing. His knowledge of liquors and history of Denver and how certain drinks came to be were amazing. Would highly, highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun time in Denver!