
Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 537 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights worth booking?
Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights is a 2-hour experience in Denver, United States, from $40 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 537 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (537)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Take a deep dive into Denver, from its early Old West days to its current position as a modern and lively city. See Colorado’s capital through the eyes of a resident as you explore with a local guide who will lead you to historic hubs, show you local hangouts, and introduce you to the city’s highlights. Discover an incredible museum, walk along a street designed by a world-famous architect, duck into an architecturally beautiful hotel and check out the Colorado Capitol Building. Come for the Rocky Mountain views, stay for the incredible culture and history.
What you get
About this experience
Take a deep dive into Denver, from its early Old West days to its current position as a modern and lively city. See Colorado’s capital through the eyes of a resident as you explore with a local guide who will lead you to historic hubs, show you local hangouts, and introduce you to the city’s highlights. Discover an incredible museum, walk along a street designed by a world-famous architect, duck into an architecturally beautiful hotel and check out the Colorado Capitol Building. Come for the Rocky Mountain views, stay for the incredible culture and history.
What's included
Included
- Meet a local English-speaking expert guide
- Visit the Brown Palace Hotel atrium
- View the exterior of the Colorado State Capitol
- Enjoy a guided walking tour of Denver’s historic and cultural highlights
- Explore Larimer Square
- Enter the Center for Colorado Women’s History
Not included
- Gratuities/tips for your guide
- Food, Drinks
What you'll see and do
Denver Art Museum
Your tour begins at The Big Sweep, the iconic broom and dustpan sculpture outside the Denver Art Museum.
10 minutes here
Center for Colorado Women's History
You'll step inside a 19th-century mansion to explore the Center for Colorado Women’s History, where powerful stories of the women who shaped the West bring a fresh perspective to the Great Expansion.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Colorado State Capitol
Next, you'll visit the Colorado State Capitol, a striking 19th-century building where you can stand exactly one mile above sea level and learn about the state’s political and architectural history.
15 minutes here
Your guide will take you into the historic Brown Palace Hotel, built in the late 19th century, where you will have the opportunity to admire its unique and celebrated architecture.
5 minutes here
16th Street Mall
Then, take a stroll along the lively 16th Street Mall, a vibrant mile-long pedestrian promenade filled with shops, eateries, and entertainment designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei.
15 minutes here
Larimer Square
Your guide can suggest top dining spots in the area or provide directions to help you make the most of your time in the vibrant LoDo neighborhood.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Denver
The Big Sweep by the Denver Art Museum Frederic C. Hamilton Building, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Small Group Tour
Private Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA
Know before you go
- 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
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 3.2 to 4.8 km (2 to 3 miles) of walking.
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the adult’s rate. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child between 6 and 11 years old. You can do so in the special requirements box on the checkout page
- The summer months can be especially hot, so please bring sunscreen and a hat. In winter be sure to dress warm, as we’ll be outside for a majority of the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 537 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
537 verified traveler reviews for Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly recommend!
Such a wonderful and enriching tour! I learned so much about Denver’s rich history. I highly recommend this tour and Hayley is so sweet!
via Tripadvisor
Nice overall, but felt...
Nice overall, but felt more like separate/disconnected info about different landmarks in downtown. It'll be better if there's a broader thread about the city's history to connect all the dots.
via Viator
Overall great, structure kinda fragmented.
Mimi was my guide, who is very kind and easy to approach. I enjoyed all the introduction of different buildings, but I think there could be a more comprehensive thread about the city's history to really link all sectors together. For now it felt more like separate/disconnected pieces of info on different architectures.
via Tripadvisor
Brief Denver History on Enjoyable Walking Tour
Great brief history of Denver and I like the collab with the Center for CO Women’s History. I appreciated that Haley found shady stops on a hot day, and even some with AC and water.
via Tripadvisor
Disappointing
We were all very disappointed in the tour. The tour guide had no theme to her tour, she simply read off of a script and she had very little knowledge about Denver.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $153
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 188
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA, who run 21 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 75.8 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Denver.
How much does Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Denver usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Denver is not rushed.
Is Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 537 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Denver, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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Around 188 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Denver can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Denver and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Denver within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Denver?
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Denver is a launch pad. Rocky Mountain National Park, Pikes Peak, Red Rocks and the Georgetown rail loop all run as day trips, and altitude makes the timing of your first hike matter. In town: brewery crawls, Union Station food walks and Red Rocks show nights. We rank mountain operators on van size, pace and whether they build in altitude acclimatisation. On Outty we rank every Denver experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Twilight Ghost Tour, 2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver, Downtown Denver Food Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Denver?
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June to September for open mountain passes, or December to March for ski shuttles. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Denver?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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Included: Meet a local English-speaking expert guide; Visit the Brown Palace Hotel atrium; View the exterior of the Colorado State Capitol; Enjoy a guided walking tour of Denver’s historic and cultural highlights; and Explore Larimer Square. Not included: Gratuities/tips for your guide; and Food, Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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The Big Sweep by the Denver Art Museum Frederic C. Hamilton Building, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204, United States Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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Across 537 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Denver Walking Tour: Women’s History & Downtown Highlights?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Small Group Tour, Private Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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