This Denver day trip starts with a city tour that takes you past Denver’s highlights like the Denver Performing Arts Complex, Colorado Convention Center, Civic Center Park, and Denver Art Museum.
We’ll drive by Cheesman Park, the historic Five Points neighborhood, and on down Colfax Ave (the longest street in the country), and take our first stop at City Park, with its picturesque city skyline and mountain backdrop.
You’ll view funky murals in the thriving River North (RiNo) Art District, pass Coors Field, and grab coffee and empanadas at a local favorite hotspot.
Then, it’s time for a 30-minute scenic drive to the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater. We’ll drive through the park, take in the stunning rock formations, and get out to explore the world-famous amphitheater (if open). We finish up with a quick stop at Lookout Mountain for a breath of crisp mountain air and panoramic views of Denver, Golden, and the mighty Rocky Mountains before returning to Union Station.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Water refill - please bring reusable bottles
✔ Driver/guide
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food
✖ Coats, Gloves, Hats, etc.
Departure & Return
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Denver Union Station
Pick up location
Duration: 5 minutes
2
Larimer Square
Great local restaurants, fun festivals hosted on this street, home to Denver’s founder- William Larimer.
3
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Broadway plays, Colorado Symphony Orchestra, built by Mayor Robert Speer.
4
Colorado Convention Center
On average, hosts 400 events per year, opened in 1990. Famous big blue bear sculpture.
5
United States Mint At Denver
Can put out 50 Million coins in a day. Second largest gold bullion deposit in the US.
6
Colorado State Capitol
Can stand on Capitol steps at 5,280 feet (Mile High City).
Designed by Elijah E. Myers.
Constructed in 1890s.
7
Denver Art Museum
Currently houses the largest collection of art produced in Latin America between the 1600s and the 1800s.
8
Cheesman Park
Denver’s first cemetery- Mount Prospect Cemetery.
Human remains are still found in and around the park.
9
Called the “Harlem of the West”, Five Points was the cultural center of the African American community in Denver. Neighborhood played host to Jazz greats such as Duke Ellington and Miles Davis. Named due to a 5 way intersection.
10
City Park - Denver
Denver’s largest urban park. Includes many monuments.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
RiNo Art District
Thriving arts and commercial district that is one of the hottest neighborhoods in Denver. Home to many art murals.
12
Coors Field
Built in 1995.
Columbine flowers on the top of the brick columns.
Triceratops fossil found when excavating to build the ballpark.
13
Confluence Park
Birthplace of Denver- where the Cherry Creek and South Platte rivers meet.
Duration: 20 minutes
14
Empower Field at Mile High
Home of the Denver Broncos. Built in 2001- $400 Million.
15
Meow Wolf's Convergence Station
Immersive art experience.
16
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Enjoy exploring one of the most iconic music venues in the world.
Duration: 30 minutes
17
Lookout Mountain
Get a fantastic view of downtown Denver from the summit used as a lookout point by the Ute tribe.
Duration: 30 minutes
18
Golden
Pass through the historic western town
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 8 years old - no children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
• Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather conditions, an alternative date or full refund will be offered
• Please note that it is a possibility in the winter that the visibility is limited due to snow. We are flexible with our cancellation policy if snow is in the forecast and are happy to reschedule if weather looks better on another day.
• Service Animals Not Allowed
• Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tour to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
• Please dress in layers. You are welcome to leave unused articles of clothing in the vehicle at each stop
