Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour

McGregor Square is our newest addition to the trendy LoDo area. If you want get a bite to eat, before or after your tour, this would be a great choice; within the square, there is multiple shopping and restaurant options. McGregor Square is fully decorated for the holiday season, including a Christmas tree and an ice-skating rink.

We stop across the street from Coors Field, and give you an overview it history, while you enjoy the sights and sounds of this lively area.

We make our way through the European-inspired alley of the Dairy Block, which is beautifully decorated with holiday lights. At this time of the year, the alley is usually bustling with activity and holiday cheer. We will give you an opportunity to snap some photos, if you would like.

Union Station is a must see, at this time of the year. Built in 1881, this historic train station is covered in holiday lights, inside and out. We will take you inside of Union Station on this holiday journey. This stop is another great place to take phots. Our guides will help you get the perfect family photo.

Built in 1891, the Oxford Hotel is the oldest hotel in Denver. There windows are beautifully decorated for the holidays, and the inside of the hotel, will take you back to Denver's wild west days, with a holiday twist. The hotel is also haunted. In most cases, we go into the Oxford Hotel. Although tis the holiday season, we will share a few ghost stories with you, at this location.

Rockmount Ranch Wear began in 1946. This is the most famous western store that you probably have never heard of before. Since 1946, this Denver original has supplied the western wear for almost every western movie that has ever been made. Their client list is a who’s who of Hollywood's and the music industry’s biggest stars; including, Mathew McConaughey, Elvis, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Harrison Ford, Nicolas Cage, Johnny Depp, just to name few.

The recently renovated 16th Street Mall is glowing with Holiday Lights. This street will surely get you into the Christmas spirt, with the sights and sounds of the holiday season.

This century old clock tower is one of the most famous icons of the Denver skyline. Built in 1911. The clock tower was patterned after the Campanile of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy. The tower shows of its holiday colors, with projected holiday imagery, which cover this 325 foot clock tower. Our guests love this magical stop.

This street is where the city of Denver began (1858). This historic street is made up of stunning Victorian architecture. This is one of the most beautiful spots, during the holiday season. You will feel like you have stepped into a Charles Dickens' novel, because the festive holiday lights and decorations

We end the tour at the Tivoli quad, so that you can hang out, and enjoy the following attractions: (1) The holiday drone show, which starts at 7:00 PM, each night. (2) The Christkindlmarket (The German Christmas Market). This is where you can take you time, shopping at the German holiday market, enjoy some great food, or visit the beer tent. (3) The Mile High Tree, which is taller than the tree at Rockefeller Center, in New York. It is decorated with 60,000 LED lights. It's gorgeous! You can even make you way inside of it. (4) Western Carousel! This restored 42' Herschel Carousel features hand-carved horses, harkening back to the western Victorian era of the late 1800s. **Note**: if you prefer to not go into the German market, your guide will offer to walk with you back to Union Station, which is two blocks from the starting location.