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Guided Walking Tour - Whispers of Silver & Sin: Redlight District

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Overview

Step into 1880s Leadville, where silver boomed, tempers flared, and soiled doves shaped the town’s nightlife. Explore parlor houses, rowdy saloons, and cramped cribs where girls rang bells for customers. Hear tales of gold-toothed charmers, diamond corsets, drink-commission dance-hall girls, and madams who kept better order than the sheriff all with humor, history, and a touch of ghost lore.

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  • Expert Local Guide, Local Lore, Small Group Experience

    Meeting Location

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    602 Harrison Avenue
    Leadville, CO 80461, USA

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    Tabor Opera House

    Parlor girls, wealth, class distinctions, and the famous balcony ghost.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    602 Harrison Ave

    Dance-hall girls, drink commissions, gambling culture, and Little Nora’s tale.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    516 Harrison Ave (pass by)

    Fashion, branding, dress rentals, and the feather-boa antics of Frenchy Adele.
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    East 2nd Street & Harrison Avenue (pass by)

    Red-Light District Entrance — State St & W 2nd St
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    St George Episcopal Mission

    Morality vs. money, newspaper outrage, and the story of the White Lady ghost.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin

    Victorian respectability vs. brothel life; the Four Virtues and social contrast.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Walking Tour – Whispers of Silver & Sin: Redlight District?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-336661P16

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    • Expert Local Guide, Local Lore, Small Group Experience

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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