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This 45-minute walking tour explores Denver's wild past through Lower Downtown (LoDo), from its rough warehouse origins to today's vibrant neighborhood. Starting at the mysterious sealed tunnel entrance on Market Street, you'll discover the transformation of this historic district.
Tour highlights include:
• Historic tunnel entrance where coal transport led to underground illicit activities
• The Sugar Building from Colorado's sugar beet industry era
• Haunted Oxford Hotel's Cruise Room with ghost Florence Montague in room 320
• McGregor Square and Coors Field that sparked LoDo's revitalization
• Rockmount Ranch Wear, creators of the first snapped western shirt
• Dairy Block alley's European atmosphere and restored 1918 Windsor Dairy building
• Site of the only known gun duel between two women
You'll hear stories of whisky parties, destroyed Chinatown, haunted locations, and the infamous House of Mirrors brothel while learning how Denver evolved into the Mile High City.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins on the street level, at 1664 Market Street. Look for the "Waxing the City" sign on the wall. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends at Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, Denver.
Itinerary
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16th Street Mall (Pass by)
The mall was once one of the main streets in Denver. In 1982, the city closed off the streets to vehicle traffic, and created a two mile long corridor of shops, restaurants, bars, and entertaining attractions. The mall was designed by world renowned architecture, I. M. Pei, who also designed the Louvre Pyramid, in Paris France
Admission ticket free -
Larimer Square (Pass by)
Take a leisurely stroll along what is considered one of the most important streets in Denver, and was recognized in 1971, as the first historic landmark.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by the most famous western store that you've possibly never heard of, founded in 1946 by a man known as “Papa Jack”, and represented in various Hollywood movies.
Admission ticket free -
The Oxford Hotel (Pass by)
Opened during the prohibition era, learn about the oldest hotel in Denver, the infamous haunted Cruise room, and the ghost of a postman. Entry fees are not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Denver Union Station (Pass by)
Pass by this historically significant station and learn about the great fire in 1890, it's involvement in WW1 and WW2 and the curious "No Kissing" sign. Entry is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Mcgregor Square (Pass by)
Venture through the newest addition to LoDo, and a central gathering place for baseball fans and movieholics.
Admission ticket free -
Dairy Block (Pass by)
One of the most visited tourist attractions in Denver, with it's European vibe, stroll through what was once the home of the Windsor Dairy, which had a reputation for some of the finest cheeses and dairy products in the United States. Participation fees are not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by and learn about this iconic Bar, located in what was once the most notorious red light district in the American West. Participation fees are not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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