Private Nightlife Tour in Denver: Culture, History, and Cocktails

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2 hours 30 minutes
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1 - 12 guests
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English
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Explore Denver's culture and cocktail scene on a guided walking tour. Discover trendy spots, sample iconic drinks, and learn their history. Experience the city's vibrant nightlife!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.


What You Get

Visit trendy bars and gather recommendations for the rest of your trip
Gain insight into the evolution of Denver's drinks and how they shaped the city's culture over time.
Discover Denver from a local's perspective with a private English-speaking guide on your side
Additional Food and Drinks
Gratuity for the guide

Good To Know

  • Suitable for all fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking.
  • Travelers under 21 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

1

Denver Union Station

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.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

LoDo

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.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
3

Larimer Square

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.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

1701 Wynkoop St, Wynkoop Street, Denver County Colorado, United States, US, 80202

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1701 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202 (Union Station, Wynkoop St.)
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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