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Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour
Best of Denver: Holiday Lights Tour
Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour
Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour
Best of Denver: Holiday Lights Tour

Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour

By Best Tours of Denver LLC
9.2 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,410 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
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Overview

For over 100 years, Denver has been called “The Christmas City”, and the Holiday lights downtown will help you to understand why. Enjoy historic stories of old Denver, while thousands of twinkly lights, act as a backdrop. We stop at the beautiful City and County Building, the Mile High Christmas Tree, and the Christkindal Market, for some roasted almonds, pretzel, or hot coco.

This walking tour meets in front of the giant broom and dustpan, in front of the Denver Art Museum, and ends at the Denver Pavilions, on the 16th Street Mall. This tour offers the some of the best sites that Denver has to offer, and is a must for locals and visitors alike.This is a small group tour, 20 max. Duration: 1.5 hours. Walking 1.5 Miles. Cost:$22 This not a round trip tour, but it is easy to get back to the start. We recommend taking a Lyft or a Urber, to and from the tour, for the best possible experience.

Activity location

  • Center for Colorado Women's History
    • 1310 Bannock St,
    • 80204-2719, Denver, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Denver Art Museum
    • 100 West 14th Avenue Parkway
    • 80204, Denver, Colorado, United States

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Holiday Lights & History Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 17:30
Price details
P 1,409.81 x 1 AdultP 1,409.81
Total
Price is P 1,409.81
Until Fri, Nov 29

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour escort/host
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPeople often ask if our guides except tips. Although tips are not expected, if you feel that your guide did an excellent job, feel free to give him or her a tip.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransportation to/from attractions
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Center for Colorado Women's History
  • 7m
  • Admission ticket not included
This mansion is rich with history, and one of the oldest homes in Denver. Built by one of the founder fathers of Denver, this home is sure to impress. Most Colorado historians would agree, it is the most historically significant homes in Denver.
Denver Art Museum
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
This museum is one of the largest art museums in the United States. Although we don't go inside, you will hear an overview of the museum, and its history. This is the meeting location. Go to the Hamilton Building. The Hamilton Building has a roofline that is made up of large triangle shapes. Look for you guide, in front of the giant broom and dustpan.
City and County Building
  • 7m
This building, with it's curved shaped, has become known as a holiday light's staple. This is a must see, for those who love beautiful Christmas lights. This building is one of the reasons that Denver is known as the "Christmas City".
Denver Christkindl Market
  • 10m
We make a 10 minute stop at the German, Christkindl Market. You will have time to browse the charming merchants, grab a giant pretzel, hot chocolate, or some roasted almonds. This place is sure to evoke the holiday spirit.
Civic Center Park
  • 8m
This is one of the favorite stops on the tour. We stop at the largest holiday trees in the united states. This animated wonder will give you an interactive experience, while you watch the synchronized light show display, set to spectacular holiday music. You will have a perfect view of the spectacular holiday lights display of the famous City and County building. You will see and hear the history of this park.
Colorado State Capitol (Pass by)
Although we don't go right up to the Capitol, you will have the best picture taking angel of this magnificent building. You will hear about the history and fun facts about the building.
United States Mint At Denver (Pass by)
You will get the best view of one of only 4 mints in the United States. This historic mint is the largest producers of coins in the world. You will hear about the history, and some of the fun facts about this beauty.
The Spa at The Brown Palace
  • 10m
Wow! This is a must see, during the holidays. This hotel is the second oldest hotel in Denver, built in 1892. This hotel is decorated in the most beautiful holiday lights in Denver. Hint: This hotel will remind you of the architecture aboard the Titanic.
1439 Court Pl
  • 5m
The Curry-Chucovich house is one of the most iconic homes in Denver. It is the only remaining single family home in the downtown area. It's history is rich with crime and corruption. You will hear about the history of this home, and be impressed with the architecture of this property.
Trinity United Methodist Church (Pass by)
This is one of the oldest churches in Denver, and it's a spectacular site to see. You will get the best picture angle of this historic treasure, while you listen to some of the facts about the origins
American Museum of Western Art
  • 2m
Built in 1880, the Navvare building has a checkered past. This former brothel, with dazzle you with it's stunning examples of Western Victorian architecture. You will hear about some of the history and scandals of the infamous Navvare.
Denver Pavilions
  • 2m
Decorated for the holidays, this is the place to go for shopping and dining. You will want to explore this place a bit longer, after the tour is complete.
16th Street Mall & Welton Street
  • 5m
We end the tour at the 16th Street Mall. After the tour is over, you’ll be able to continue your fun evening, with the many restaurant options, bars, a movie theater, bowling, shopping, etc.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCenter for Colorado Women's History
    • 1310 Bannock St,
    • 80204-2719, Denver, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEDenver Art Museum
    • 100 West 14th Avenue Parkway
    • 80204, Denver, Colorado, United States

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