2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
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.
What To Expect
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.
Dairy Block
We explore the Instagram friendly and lively Dairy Block
Options
LoDo walking tour
Morning Tour
What‘s Included
Savvy local guide
Small-group walking tour
We use Vox Tour Solutions assisted listening devices so everyone in the group can hear their guide.
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We learned so much about...
Kim N,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We learned so much about the history of downtown-I've lived here 30+ years and knew very little. Really peaked my interest to learn more!
Tour Canceled
Kent B,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Disappointing: Tour was cancelled at the last minute. Reason given was “possible rain” although several different weather apps showed rain possibility during the tour hours as 0%.
Highly recommend! Dad jokes and historic stories - must do!
Sarah L,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Must do! The tour guide Will was awesome. He was full of dad jokes which we really appreciated and so knowledgeable about the history as well as tips to eat and drink (and best happy hours) around the town! We only had one day in Denver for sight seeing and this tour was a great way to learn more about city both historically and hidden hot spots. Highly recommend!
Walk, see, learn about LoDo!
Karen P,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best walking tours! We learned alot in just 2 hours and because excited to be in Denver from this experience.
Happy trekking around Denver.
Sharon P,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Goodness, this tour was well paced, informative and the guide, Will, was knowledgeable, spoke clearly, made certain we were all together, watched for holes or damaged pavement, helped us take great pictures by stationing us in right positions and volunteering to take pics of my friend group. I enjoyed learning so much about the history of Denver, its buildings histories and their styles. I would suggest this tour for anyone coming to Denver!
Take the tour!
Karen A,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time with Will! We were provided ear phones so we could all hear and he didn't have to shout. We loved knowing about the details of brick (who knew?), semi-secret alleys and tunnels, and the bawdy past of Denver. Will was a lot of fun, dad jokes and all! It was indeed a 2-hour walking tour but Will always found shade for us to gather under while he described architectural history of the beautiful old buildings in Lo Do. Well worth the price of admission! Thanks, again, Will!
Really fun tour!
XR73,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was really great and I highly recommend it. My wife and I were in town for just one day and we were looking for something to do that was close to the downtown hotel we were staying at. So glad we chose to book this. Will is an excellent guide. Informative and fun. You will see a lot of cool and unique places, and get some great history.
Great Walk of Downtown Denver
elizabethnF9586HM,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walk with Will! He was well informed about Denver history plus all of rhe beat places to go for food & drink. Highly recommend!!
Great Walking Tour
Lisa G,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour that provided a lot of information about LoDo. Our guide Will was very knowledgeable and personable, and excelled at “dad jokes.” I would recommend this tour to anyone in Denver for the first time that wants to learn a little about the city while taking an enjoyable walk around the lower downtown area.
The tour you can’t miss!
Brian L,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour. We were introduced to many historical sites. Tour guide Will is nice. We enjoyed the beer jokes too.
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