Private Nightlife Tour in Denver: Culture, History, and Cocktails
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
Whether you are a cocktail aficionado or a newbie, this tour will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Denver's craft cocktail scene, as you explore the iconic Larimer Square and the surrounding Lower Downtown neighborhood. Your local guide will also provide plenty of recommendations for more delicious cocktails, locally brewed beer, and great places to dine in Denver for the rest of your stay.
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- 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.
Reviews(52)
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!
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.
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!
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!
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 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.
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
Had a great time. Kristina was awesome and shared a wealth of great information! Highly recommend this tour. Had some very delicious cocktails.
Patrick was so fun and Cocktails were so good. We had a great time. The bars were beautiful and the drinks had great history.
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!
