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Rocky Mountain National Park tour from Denver: Small group picnic★ 4.91 (3,502) · 8h
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Pikes Peak & Garden of the Gods: Small Group Day Trip Denver★ 4.92 (3,320) · 8h
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Denver to Rockies: Small Group Scenic Drive & Brewery Stop★ 4.84 (2,086) · 4h
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Downtown Denver Food Tour: LoDo tastings with a guide★ 4.95 (1,936) · 3hUS$ 85View ›
Denver & Red Rocks: Day Trip with Lookout Mountain & Golden★ 4.85 (1,722) · 4hUS$ 101View ›
Denver: Twilight Ghost Walking Tour & Haunted Mansions★ 4.91 (1,523) · 2hUS$ 26View ›
Denver LoDo: Historic Walking Tour & Union Station★ 4.91 (1,184) · 2hUS$ 15View ›
Denver Zip Line Tour: 10 Lines & 320 Acres Near Castle Rock★ 4.96 (1,167) · 2h–3hUS$ 106View ›
Brown's Canyon Rafting: Moderate Whitewater & National Monument★ 4.97 (1,127) · 3hUS$ 117View ›
Colorado Springs: Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting & Free Wetsuit★ 4.97 (1,069) · 3hUS$ 155View ›Top rated (10)
Telluride: Via Ferrata Private Climb & Bridal Veil FallsYou’ll start right by Bridal Veil Falls before gearing up for Telluride’s classic via ferrata route — crossing cliff faces with a private guide, steel cables under your hands and wild views all around. Expect shaky legs, good stories, and that rare mix of fear and awe only found high above the valley floor.
Estes Park: Winter 4x4 Sledding, Waterfall & Lake Day TourYou’ll start your day wrapped in blankets inside a heated 4x4, rolling through snowy Estes Park with a local guide who knows every story along the way. Sled wild hills at an old ski run, hike icy trails to waterfalls and lakes, then warm up with real hot cocoa and marshmallows before heading back through town — cheeks flushed and grinning.
Royal Gorge Class 4+ Whitewater Rafting: Colorado's Premier RiverRoyal Gorge Half Day Trip is a 4-hour class 4+ whitewater rafting experience on Colorado's Royal Gorge, where you paddle through a 1100-foot-deep canyon under the world's highest suspension bridge with a professional guide. Wetsuits and splash jackets are included; minimum age is 16 and participants must be able to swim.Is it for me?You paddle the whole time on class 4+ rapids—this is not a scenic float or a guided tour where the guide does the work. Book this if you want to be the one driving the raft through a big canyon, not watching it happen.
Denver & Rocky Mountain National Park: Private Sightseeing TourYou get picked up at your Denver hotel in a private vehicle and spend the day moving through Boulder, mountain canyons, and Rocky Mountain National Park at your own pace with a local guide who customizes the route to what you actually want to see. Hotel pickup, snacks, water, and gratuity are included; lunch can be arranged in advance. The guide texts you the day before to confirm details and preferences.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rocky Mountain National Park without renting a car, navigating on your own, or following a fixed schedule—the private vehicle and customizable route are what make it possible to spend real time at the spots that matter to you instead of rotating through a checklist.
Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park glass-top van tour above 12,000 ftThis guided tour of Rocky Mountain National Park departs from downtown Estes Park in a luxury retractable glass-top van, climbing Old Fall River Road and Trail Ridge Road to elevations above 12,000 feet. You'll stop at the Alpine Visitor Center—the highest in any U.S. national park—take a short hike to snow melt waterfalls, and see glaciers and alpine meadows from a van that lets you control the view: glass roof open or closed, full climate control, and a complimentary snack and beverage bar on board. The tour runs 3.6 to 4 hours and includes park entrance fees and an English-speaking guide.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to reach high alpine terrain and see the park's tundra, waterfalls, and glaciers without driving yourself or worrying about weather shifts—the retractable glass top and climate control let you adjust the view and stay comfortable as conditions change. The fixed 3.6- to 4-hour schedule and included park fees mean the whole day is arranged; you just show up at the storefront.
Escape Room Games in Denver: 4 Immersive Adventures at Lone TreeThe Escape Game Lone Tree offers four original escape room adventures in Denver, each playable by up to 8 people in multiple rooms with a live guide leading the way. You have exactly 60 minutes to solve puzzles, follow clues, and complete your mission before time runs out. Each game is family-friendly and wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Your group solves puzzles together under real pressure while a live guide keeps you moving forward—the challenge stays yours, the 60 minutes keep the energy sharp.
Royal Gorge Rafting: Colorado Whitewater & Bridge ViewsYou spend three hours on the Arkansas River in a guided raft, paddling under the Royal Gorge Bridge and through red-rock canyon walls. The trip includes all safety gear, a professional guide, and covers taxes and fees. Meet 30 minutes early at the outfitter's store, and plan for moderate physical effort in moving water.Is it for me?Right for anyone with moderate fitness who wants to see the Royal Gorge from the water without arranging their own boat or safety equipment — the guide and gear are what make a half-day on the Arkansas River possible without prior experience or extra planning.
Browns Canyon: Full Day Whitewater Rafting & LunchYou’ll paddle through Browns Canyon’s famous whitewater rapids with a local guide who keeps things safe (and funny). Expect cold splashes, riverside lunch on warm rocks, and stories about Colorado’s wild side. By day’s end you’ll feel both tired and oddly recharged—it sticks with you.
Denver Beer and Graffiti Walking Tour: 10+ Samples in RiNoA 2.5-hour guided tour of Denver's River North Art District combines 10+ beer samples at four craft breweries with a one-mile walk through the district's street art and murals. The guide explains the brewing process, cider making, and the stories behind the neighborhood's most visible businesses and outdoor art. Minimum age is 21; bring a photo ID and wear comfortable walking shoes.Is it for me?This tour is for beer drinkers and art lovers who want to understand the neighborhood instead of just passing through it—the guide connects the craft culture and the street art so both make more sense, and the pace lets you linger at breweries and in front of murals without feeling rushed.
Browns Canyon Rafting: Arkansas River Intermediate WhitewaterYou paddle three major rapids through Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River, with Colorado mountain views and chances to spot wildlife between the whitewater. Wetsuit gear and booties are included. The half-day format gets you on the water in the afternoon without eating your whole day, and the intermediate difficulty means it's exciting without being overwhelming for anyone with basic fitness and a willingness to paddle hard.Is it for me?Book this if you want a half-day adventure that doesn't demand a full day's commitment and you're comfortable with moderate physical effort — the intermediate rapids are the whole point, and the canyon views are the reward between them.
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Denver Botanic Gardens: 24-Acre Ticket & Plant CollectionsYou get 24 acres of themed gardens showcasing plants from around the world and native Colorado species, two cafés, art exhibitions, and a seasonal children's garden. Parking is included, nearly all paths are accessible, and you can spend two hours or half a day depending on your pace. Special ticketed events like Blossoms of Light cost extra.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting a quiet, self-paced afternoon in a real botanical space rather than a crowded tourist loop—locals and visitors both find it works because you set the speed and the gardens don't rush you.
Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Audio Driving TourYou drive your own car up Pikes Peak on a winding 18-mile route while an audio guide tells 29 stories about gold miners, water reservoirs, hiking trails, and the mountain's history. The tour works offline with GPS-triggered audio, includes scenic stops and optional hikes, and lets you start, pause, and explore at your own pace. One purchase covers your entire vehicle, and you keep lifetime access to revisit the tour anytime.Is it for me?Right for families or small groups who want to explore Pikes Peak without joining a crowded tour bus, and for anyone who prefers to control the pace, stop for hikes or photos, and keep the tour on their phone for future visits to Colorado Springs.
Mesa Verde: Self-Guided Audio Tour with GPS & Offline MapYou’ll drive Mesa Verde at your own pace with an audio guide that plays stories based on your location—even offline. See cliff dwellings like Cliff Palace and Step House, pause for sweeping views from Montezuma Valley Overlook or Sun Temple, and wander museum exhibits between stops. It’s quiet out there; you might find yourself whispering without knowing why.
Rocky Mountains: Self-Guided Audio Drive & Trail Ridge RoadYou’ll follow your own pace through Rocky Mountain trails and winding roads with an audio guide that shares local stories as you drive. Expect moments above the treeline on Trail Ridge Road, wildlife sightings near Bear Lake, and quiet stops where you can linger or move on. This self-guided tour gives you freedom—and more than a few laughs—along Colorado’s wildest stretches.
Golden: Wild West Walking Tour with Stories & BandanaYou’ll walk Golden’s historic streets with a local guide in full Wild West gear, hearing real stories of outlaws and gold rush dreams. Feel old wood under your shoes at Astor House, laugh at tall tales by Clear Creek, and take home a golden bandana—a small piece of Colorado’s wild past.
Denver Ghost Tour: Inside Historic Buildings & TunnelsA 2-hour guided ghost tour through Denver's LoDo neighborhood that takes you inside Union Station and several of the city's most haunted historic buildings, including a former luxury hotel and the site of the famous Wazzee Supper Club. Your guide demonstrates paranormal investigative tools you can use, and the tour covers Denver's darker history—from the tunnels beneath the streets to the seedy characters and establishments that shaped the Mile High City. Meet at Union Station 15 minutes before your start time.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the actual history of Denver's darker side told inside the buildings where it happened, not just stories told on the street. The guide's access to the interiors—Union Station, the old hotel, the tunnels—is what separates this from a walking tour that stays outside; it's also what makes the route flexible, so some buildings may not be accessible on your date depending on what's happening downtown.
Denver: BEYOND Laser Light Show & Arcade Day PassYou get entry to BEYOND's 40-minute laser light and meditation show, plus unlimited access to a retro arcade with over 10,000 free-play games, rotating art installations, and a photo garden. Shows start hourly at :20 past, and your pass works all day across every space in the Church. Book ahead if you're going Friday through Sunday, when the place fills up.Is it for me?Right for anyone spending an afternoon in Denver who wants a single ticket covering multiple spaces and activities — the day pass removes the need to decide what to do next, since the arcade, gallery, and garden all stay open during the same hours.
Denver Ghost Tour: Capitol, Molly Brown House & Haunted SpotsGaslights, Graves, & Gold is a walking ghost tour through Denver led by a live guide in English, visiting the Capitol Building, Acacia Apartments, Molly Brown House and other haunted sites across a mile of the city's streets. The tour weaves together documented accounts of hauntings, historical research, and paranormal encounters tied to each location. You'll stand on the spots where ghostly activity has been reported but won't enter private properties; the tour runs nightly and is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Choose the Standard Ghost Tour if you want the core haunted sites and stories in about an hour; pick the Extended Ghost Tour if you're willing to walk further and spend more time to hear additional paranormal accounts and historical details across more of Denver's haunted ground.
Denver: Walking Tour with Scandals, Art & 16th Street MallYou’ll walk Denver’s streets with a small group and a local host who tells stories you won’t find in guidebooks—from scandals at Alma Temple to quirky art outside the museum. There’s time for snacks (not included), laughs over mispronounced names, and real glimpses into city life along 16th Street Mall. It’s not polished—but it sticks with you.
Denver: Cheesman Park Ghost Tour & Cemetery HistoryYou walk through Cheesman Park for 90 minutes with a local guide who explains its history as Denver's first cemetery and shares documented paranormal accounts from people who've experienced the park. You hear the specifics of how the city removed thousands of graves and why some people believe the disturbance left a mark. By the end, you've got the full story—and the choice to believe it or not.Is it for me?This tour works well if you're curious about Denver's hidden history and don't mind a slower walk through a beautiful park while learning something unsettling about what lies beneath it. The fixed 1.5-hour length and local guide mean you get the full story without having to research it yourself.
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Private Ghost Walking Tour of Colorado Springs: 5 Haunted SitesA private ghost walking tour of Colorado Springs takes you to five haunted sites -- the Antlers Hotel, City Auditorium, Mining Exchange Hotel, and McAllister House Museum -- with a licensed local guide who shares the paranormal history of each location. The tour runs roughly 100 minutes on foot through downtown streets; you choose whether to add private transportation or use public transit nearby. Entry to the McAllister House Museum is included.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the stories and history without translation. If you want to walk the full route on foot, the tour works as described; if downtown walking feels like too much, you can add private transportation between sites at checkout.
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Audio Tour: 40+ StopsA self-guided audio tour of Garden of the Gods covers 40+ stops across the park's red sandstone formations, scenic overlooks and trails. Download the GuideAlong app, load the tour offline, and listen to location-based commentary as you drive or walk—no guide, no schedule, no expiry. The audio plays automatically based on your GPS location, so you hear the right story at the right spot.Is it for me?English audio narration plays automatically based on your location, so you follow the story without reading a map or timing your stops. Choose this if you want the flexibility to pause, linger or skip stops entirely, and the freedom to explore on your own schedule rather than with a group or a fixed departure time.
Denver Hotels to Airport: Private Black Car TransferA professional driver picks you up from your Denver hotel in a black car at your scheduled time and takes you directly to the airport. You avoid surge pricing, parking hassles, and the uncertainty of ride-shares. The price is fixed when you book, and the service runs early morning or late night depending on your flight.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and ride-share uncertainty—the fixed price and scheduled pickup time take the guesswork out of getting to the airport, which is what makes an early departure or late flight actually manageable.
Golden Ghost Walking Tour: Haunted history nightlyThe Golden Ghost Walking Tour is a nightly outdoor walking tour through Golden's historic downtown, led by local guides who share documented ghost stories, local folklore, and unexplained encounters tied to real sites. The tour visits Vanover Park & The Golden Mill, Clear Creek, the Coors Brewery, and other landmarks where tragic events and mysterious happenings have shaped the town's haunted reputation. Operating year-round, it includes a professional guide and well-researched local history; the walk takes about an hour.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to walk Golden's streets at night with someone who knows the town's history and the stories behind it — the guide does the storytelling, you do the walking and listening. It suits groups of any size, including private bookings for celebrations or special events, as long as you're comfortable walking for an hour through downtown.
ATV Riding Colorado: Alpine Loop Scenic BywayAn 8-hour UTV expedition through Colorado's San Juan Mountains where you drive a premium Polaris RZR across the Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, navigating Engineer Pass and Cinnamon Pass while visiting Animas Forks Ghost Town and Lake City. GPS navigation, helmets and goggles, and standard insurance are included. A live guide in English leads the route; children are welcome from age 1.Is it for me?The live guide delivers commentary in English throughout the route, so language is not a barrier. This works for anyone with moderate fitness who wants to drive an off-road vehicle themselves rather than ride as a passenger—the eight-hour day and the altitude are what shape the choice, not the skill level required.
