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Is Denver Worth Visiting?

Mile-high city, Rocky Mountain gateway, craft brewery scene, sun-baked plains light. A straight answer on whether Denver is worth the trip — what makes it special, who'll love it, and the experiences that seal the deal.

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Delicious Denver Food Tours
3h

Downtown Denver Food Tour

Discover Denver one bite at a time on this three-hour walking food tour through the heart of downtown.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $85 a person
COG Railway
9h

Pikes Peak COG Railway & Garden of Gods Tour

The Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak are two of the most famous attractions in Colorado, and we’ve packed them into a single tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $249 a person
Taste 10+ beers, visit 4 locations, and explore Denver with us on the LoDo Craft Beer Tour.
2h 30m

Denver Craft Beer Tour in Lower Downtown

Welcome to the ultimate craft beer experience in Denver, Colorado!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
1h 45m

Red Rocks Express Tour from Denver: Views and Photo Opportunities

NEW to Viator, but a longtime local favorite!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $49 a person
Visit the coolest alley in Denver
2h

2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver

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...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $26 a person
Hop onboard your comfy, climate-controlled 14-passenger shuttle at Union Station
1h 45m

Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites

Come join this fun Mile High City bus tour with our Discover Denver Tours team & jump into exploring the Mile High City.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
4h

Red Rocks & Beyond

Join the local operator on a four-hour tour through Denver and into the beautiful front range mountains of the Rockies.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $101 a person
Cathedral Valley
8h

Small Group Tour of Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods from Denver

Take a guided tour through the most picturesque locations in Colorado Springs.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $189 a person
3h

3 Hour Whiskey and History Tour

Did you know Denver was founded over a barrel of whiskey?

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $55 a person
Highlights of Denver
2h

Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights

Take a deep dive into Denver, from its early Old West days to its current position as a modern and lively city.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $40 a person
8h 30m

Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods Tour from Denver

This tour stands out by combining two of Colorado’s most iconic landscapes in one seamless, professionally guided experience.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $189 a person
8h

Discover Rocky Mountain National Park-Small Group Tour & Picnic

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $215 a person
2h 20m

Best of Denver Walking Tour

NOTE: This is a walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $27 a person
Ride Colorado's guided ebike tours are fun for all. Ride by Denver's City Hall.
2h

Denver's Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided E-Bike Tour

Come ride Denver's all-in-one best of everything Denver, CO tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $105 a person
Red Rocks Amphitheater
4h

Denver and Foothills Mountain Small-Group Tour

Take a guided tour through the most picturesque locations in the Denver area.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $79 a person
2h 30m

Denver City Highlights Tour & Neighborhood Spotlight

What makes Denver so special?

  • 4.6★ · 157 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $59 a person
2h 30m

The Best of Denver: E-Bike & Bicycle Tour of the Downtown Sites

Join a knowledgeable local tour guide who will guide you on your own bicycle safely through downtown Denver's most important and relevant tourist sights including historic...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
2h

Twilight Ghost Tour

NOTE: Because we limit the number of people in each tour, this tours tends to sell out quickly.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $28 a person
The lobby of the haunted and historic Oxford Hotels.
2h 30m

Mile High Hauntings: Guided Ghost Tour in Downtown Denver

Explore the chilling tales of Denver's haunted history on this 2.5-hour walking ghost tour through the LoDo district.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $38 a person
Little Bear Western Saloon in Evergreen
5h

Shared Half-Day Mountain Tour in Red Rocks Evergreen and Echo Lake

This is the best half day mountain tour to get out of Denver and see the mountains without spending an entire day touring.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
Delicious Denver Food Tours
2h

Denver Cocktails Tour

Visit some of the best cocktail bars in Denver on this roving adventure through the heart of downtown.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $95 a person
3h

Explore Denver by E-bike Guided Tour

This tour uses e-bikes with pedal assist and full throttle features which make going up hills and cruising the city a breeze!

  • 5.0★ · 71 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
2h

Denver Graffiti Tour

SAT + SUN 10am — March 15th to Nov 30th SAT + SUN 12pm — December 1st to March 14th On this top-rated two-hour walking tour of Denver’s graffiti and street art, discover the...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
8h

Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Tour

Explore towering alpine peaks, high-elevation tundra, and Colorado’s most celebrated national park—all in one expertly guided day.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $179 a person

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