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This tour meets in front of the Alma Temple. Note: This walking tour is not a round trip tour. It ends at the Brown Palace Hotel, near the 16th Street Mall, so that you may stay, and enjoy the culture and food of the city. Your guide can help you get back to the starting point. The 16th Street Mall free shuttle is a quick and easy way to return to the start of your tour. A Lyft or an Uber is an easy and inexpensive way to get back to the starting location, as well.

The address is:
1340 N. Sherman Street
Denver, CO 80203.
Look for the building with the letters "KPOF" on the top. Note: this building is located between 13th and 14th, on Sherman St. It is situated 1/2 block south of the Colorado State Capitol. For Directions, Click Here.

Hello, Tour Guest,

Things to know:
Thank you for booking a tour with Best Tours of Denver. We ask that you please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can get everyone checked in. We typically make one stop for restrooms and snacks. This will take place at the Leven Deli; however, this stop might be skipped, due to unusually long lines which sometimes happens at this location. You will still be able to use the restrooms at this location, regardless. NOTE: please do not order a meal or sandwich. This stop is only for snacks (Cookies, coffee, etc.). Made to order items will slowdown the tour schedule, so please be respectful to everyone else on the tour. Please wear comfortable shoes.

The tour is about a 1.9 mile walk. Bring a water bottle and wear sun block, and or a hat. Although we keep you in the shade throughout the tour, you may want to bring sunglasses.

Restrooms:
As a reminder, restrooms can be difficult to find, within the tour route. Please make sure to take the necessary provisions, before coming on the tour. It’s a 2 to 2.5 hour waking tour, possibly without a place to stop.

Parking:
You may park at any of the paid meters in the area (please note the time limit on meters is 2 hours.Looking for parking in the area? Click here.

Safety and Liability Disclaimer:
This is an approximate 1.7 mile, 2 hour walking tour. Along the tour route there are areas with low lighting conditions, and some of the sidewalks are raised and or uneven, which could lead to a tripping hazard. You will be crossing city streets, and you will need to be aware of the presence of oncoming cars, scooters, bicycles etc. We ask that you only cross when you have a protected pedestrian traffic signal, and never cross in the middle of the street. Parents with children, you are 100% responsible for the safety of your minor children. Please hold your young child's hand, when crossing the street, or at any time that you feel that it is necessary. Weather conditions can change suddenly. in case of inclement weather conditions, please take any necessary safety precautions. If you feel uncomfortable for any reason, please depart the tour and seek shelter. We do not give refunds for expected or unexpected weather changes that may arise. Because of the urban location of the tour, restrooms can be difficult to find. Please take the necessary provisions, before arriving on the tour.

As consideration for being allowed to participate in one of our tours, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue Best Tours of Denver LLC/Twilight Ghost Tour LLC, or their contracted guides, from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in one of our tours.

By participating in one of our walking tours, the participant understands that there are inherent risks, such as physical injuries, due to, but not limited to tripping, falling, as well as other outcomes that may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location(s); Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in doing a walking tour.

Please be advised that photographs or videos might be taken, during the tour for use on social media platforms, websites or advertising. By purchasing a ticket and participating in this tour, you consent to the potential use of your image and likeness in photo, video, or audio.
Cancellation Policies and Weather Guidelines:
In case of rain, please bring an umbrella, and wear the appropriate attire.
This is a rain, snow or shine event. For weather conditions, click here Due to the nature of the tour business we do not issue refunds, for any reason. Any requests for a change of tour date must be given, with at least 48 hours advance notice. Please arrive on time. We can not hold tours for late comers and no refunds will be given if you don't make the tour on time.
We will always try to help you find us, if you are running late, but there is no way to ensure that you will find the group.

Tipping:
People often ask if our guides accept tips. Although tipping is not required, if you feel as though your guide did an outstanding job, feel free to give him or her a tip. It is typically customary.

Get a discount on one of our other tours:
Want to take one of our other tours, while you are in Denver? As a thank you, we would like to offer you the following promotion code, for a 15% savings: THANKYOU15. Our other tour options include the following: The Twilight Ghost Tour, The Capitol Hill History & Ghost Tour and Denver's History & Ghost Adventure. Feel free to use this discount yourself, or you may pass it on to a friend or family member. For information on other tours that we offer, click here.

Thanks again,

Bill Bradshaw
Best Tours of Denver LLC

Restaurant Recommendations
Note: these are our favorites. No one paid us to for any of these suggestions.

1. Fire Restaurant, in the Art Hotel (Close to the Capitol Hill History and Ghost Tour and the Twilight Ghost Tour). 1201 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203

2. The 9th Door (Close to the Twilight Ghost Tour). 925 Lincoln St Unit C, Denver, CO 80203

3. Lou’s Food Bar (Close to the Capitol Hill History and Ghost Tour and the Twilight Ghost Tour). 701 Grant St, Denver, CO 80203

4. Charlie Brown’s (Close to the Capitol Hill History and Ghost Tour and the Twilight Ghost Tour). 980 Grant St, Denver, CO 80203

5. City O’ City Restaurant (Mostly Vegan/Vegetarian) (Close to the Best of Denver Tour). 206 E 13th Ave, Denver, CO 80203

6. La Loma’s (Close to the Best of Denver Tour) 1801 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202.

7. West of Surrender (Close to Best of Denver Tour) 501 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

8. 5280 Burger Bar (Close to Best of Denver Tour) 500 16th St Mall Suite 160, Denver, CO 80202.

9. Maggiano’s (Close to Best of Denver Tour). Pavilions, 500 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

10. Giordano’s (Close to Best of Denver and Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1600 California St, Denver, CO 80202

11. Hard Rock (Close to Best of Denver Tour). 500 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

12. Bubba Gump Shrimp (Close to the Best of Denver Tour). 1437 California St, Denver, CO 80202

13. Stout Street Social (Close to the Best of Denver Tour). 1400 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202

14. Mellow Mushroom (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1201 16th St Mall #108, Denver, CO 80202

15. The Capitol Grill (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). Larimer Square, 1450 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202

16. Rioja (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1431 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202

17. The Denver Chop House (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure) 1735 19th St Suite 100, Denver, CO 80202

18. Urban Farmer (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure) 1659 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202

19. Mercantile Dinning and Provision (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1701 Wynkoop St #155, Denver, CO 80202.

20. Snooze A.M. Eatery (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1701 Wynkoop St #150, Denver, CO 80202

21. Venice Restaurant (Close to Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1700 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202

22. Machete Tequila + Tacos (Close Denver’s History and Ghost Adventure). 1730 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202

23. My Brothers Bar (Close to all of our tours. It is not walking distance; however, it is easy to get to, by taking the 16th Street Mall Shuttle, and then a short walk). 2376 15th St, Denver, CO 80202

24. Little Man Ice Cream (Close to all of our tours. It is not walking distance; however easy to get to by taking the 16th Street Mall shuttle and then a short walk). 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211

25. The Buckhorn Exchange (Although not walking distance, Close to all of our tour. It’s only open for lunch M-F). 1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204

26. Tupelo Honey (Perfect for lunch or dinner. It is close to the ending location of the our Denver's History and Ghost Adventure. Located at 1650 Wewatta Street, Denver, Co 80202.