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Half Day Tour: Best of Denver - History & Ghosts
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Denver
You’ll have an amazing time on this tour. It’s designed to offer you two experiences in one, allowing you to fully dive into Denver’s culture and rich history, with the added thrill of exploring the city’s haunted spots. The tour themes include: History, Haunts, and Scandals.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Denver Firefighters Museum - This is Denver’s Historic, Fire Station No.1. This place represents a bygone era of Denver, and was involved in fighting some of Denver’s most famous fires. Although we don’t go through the museum, we do pop in to check out the some of the antique fire trucks, as well as some fun merchandise, available to buy. This a great spot to pickup some unique, Denver souvenirs. We do not go through the museum.
- United States Mint - Since the gold mining days of Denver, this mint (one of only 4 in the United States), has stood as a fortress of security, in order to save the treasures that are stored inside. This mint is the largest producer of coins in the world, and is used as gold reserve. Although the have never had a successful robbery, they have had many attempts; one such famous attempt, created a “Wild west” shootout, in the middle of the main street that runs through Denver. We do not go into the museum.
- City and County Building - This is historic building is the epicenter of the Denver’s government. This building, with its unique architectural, curved design, is where our mayors office is located. It is also home to the central gathering spot, during the holiday season.
- Civic Center Park - This beautiful park, with it Greek amphitheater, is the center of diversity in Denver. This is where most of important festivals are held, and was a part of Denver’s original, “City beautiful” design. Denver is know for their park and open space locations.
- Denver Art Museum - Denver’s Art Museum is one of the largest museums in the Untied States. With over 70,000 pieces of art, this museum house the largest collection of native American and western art in the U.S. You will see nuggets of outdoor art, all around the Denver Art Museum, including a giant dustpan and broom. We do not go into the museum.
- CELL - The Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab - This unique museum is a short stop for us. You will see one of the twisted beams, from the remains of the former World Trade Center, and hear brief overview of what is inside. We do not go into this location
- Leven Deli Co. - This is the #1 Deli in the city of Denver. You will get a chance to grab one of their famous cookies, grab some coffee, or a variety of other snacks and drinks. Please do not order a full meal, as this is only a 15 minute break. Restrooms are available
- Scottish Angus Cow & Calf - The cow and calf sculpture is a favorite stop, among our guests. This bigger than life depiction of the western landscape, takes you back to the dusty “Cow town” that we use to be. This is a great picture taking spot.
- The Church Nightclub - This church is over a 100 years old, and was converted into one of the most unique nightclubs in Denver. This place is an example of great contrast, between Denver’s past, and the thriving metropolis that we have become.
- History Colorado Center - This is a good place to come back to, because its the perfect blend of history and fun. With its ever changing exhibits, this is a must see for those who want to learn more about Colorado.
- 215 E 11th Ave - This haunted building (The Montgomery Court Apartments), which is over 120 years old. With it’s New Orleans style architecture, the haunting sounds of children in the hallways have been heard by many of the residents, although there is no evidence of the presents of children at the time.
- 1115 Grant St - The haunted Sheedy Mansion is the largest house on the tour. With its corner location, this house was known in the Victorian days as the home to one of the wealthiest families in Denver. A spectral lady (known as the lady in red) has been seen gliding up the main staircase.
- 1128 Grant St - The Peabody-Whitehead Mansion is known to be the most haunted dwelling in the city of Denver. The house is famous among paranormalist, and has been featured on the Travel Channels, “Ghost Adventures”. At least 12 spirts haunt this mysterious location.
- Patterson Inn - This castle of a mansion is one you don’t want to miss. Patterned after a French château, not only is it extremely haunted, it one of the most unique mansion in the neighborhood. This house was featured on the Travel Channels, Portals to Hell, and was used for an episode of “The Bachelor”.
- Pennborough Association - This haunted location (Dodge-Gregory Mansion) is unusual, because it exists as the result of a notorious doctor joining two separate Denver Mansions, into a hospital, where he was known to experiment on his patients. Think “American Horror Story-Asylum”.
- 1200 Pennsylvania St - The haunted Dunning-Benedict mansion looks like something you might see in “Game of Thrones”, with is rocky, castle like appearance, and its mysterious windows, which make those who stand in front of it, as if something is watching from above.
- Capitol Hill Mansion Bed & Breakfast Inn - This is a house we get to go inside of (Unless there is an unforeseen event). The Keating Mansion is beautiful, with its towering turrets, and its Victorian charm, you may want to return for a stay.
- SubCulture - This little gem of a sandwich shop is optional, and we will only stop if someone needs to get another snack, drink, or take a restroom break. Note: If you do need to use their restrooms, you will have to make a small purchase. There is also a coffee shop next door, if you would prefer coffee or a Danish.
- Molly Brown House Museum - This is the Molly Brown House, the most famous survivor of the Titanic. If you don’t know who this is, Kathy Bates played her in the movie, “Titanic”. We do not go into the museum.
- First Baptist Church of Denver - This is the church where Martin Luther King visited, and gave is sermon on diversity. This is a brief stop. We don’t go into this location.
- Colorado State Capitol - We are taking you 1 mile above sea level, for this historic stop of the Colorado State Capitol. Besides being a Colorado landmark, this 128 year old building, is known to be haunted. We do not go into the Capitol
- 16th Street Mall - We introduce you to the #1 tourist attraction in Denver. This outdoor shopping mall spans almost 2 miles. With it colorful street performers, you will find the best shops, restaurants, bars, a movie theater, bowling alley, video arcade, and much more.
- The Spa at The Brown Palace - This hotel is considered the Grand Dame of Denver. With it’s stunningly beautiful Victorian architecture, you feel as though you have been whisked back in time, and onboard the Titanic. This haunted hotel, has been host to U.S. Presidents, royalty, celebrities, including the Beatles. One of the most notorious murders in Denver, took place at this famous hotel.
What's Included
- In-person guide will host the tour
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Tips for you guide are not included. It customary to tip your guide if he or she does a good job..
Location
Denver Firefighters Museum
Tremont Place
We meet IN FRONT of the Denver Firefighters Museum. Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start of the tour, so that we can get everyone checked in. We can not hold tours for latecomers.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Christy_g
Jul 11, 2022
Ghost / Historic tour was great! - We enjoyed our tour with Bill, who shared a lot of great history of the city, as well as some fun ghost stories. He was extremely knowledgeable and we felt like this was the perfect tour for our family. Our teens really had fun, too.
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Almostanative1979
Apr 25, 2022
Fun Times in Denver! - We thoroughly enjoyed our tour! My friends and I are long time residents of Denver but had never heard some of the fascinating stories about our fair city. Bill, our guide, made it fun and memorable! He’s a hoot! I highly recommend this tour!
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