1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
Experience ‘The Christmas City’ in all of its illuminated splendor on a 2-hour small-group walking tour. Follow your guide to some of Denver's most scenic holiday decorations and light displays in the downtown area including the Denver Art Museum and the 16th Street Mall. Then, at the end of your tour, hop on the free shuttle to the Christkindl German Market (apart from Sundays, when the market is closed), where you can explore the cheery stalls at your own pace.
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.
7 minutes • 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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
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”.
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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
• Admission Ticket Free
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.
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free