Denver City Highlights Tour & Neighborhood Spotlight
Overview
What makes Denver so special? Is it the Rocky Mountains? The altitude? The people? The art? The history? The neighborhoods? The beer?
It’s everything — and that’s what you get on this 2.5-hour tour.
Denver has walkable neighborhoods, but our goal is to show you more than just Rino and downtown. We want to show you two hours of what it’s like to really live in Denver.
We’ve done all the work for you - a specifically curated driving route to show you the best streets, neighborhoods, and parks around town. We’ll cover much more ground than any walking tour, so buckle up! You’ll want to take notes as we recommend tons of restaurants, breweries, shops, and fun things to do that came directly from the experience of our team here at Aspire.
So sit back, relax, and get taken back through the history of Denver and how it has transformed into the unique, bustling city it is today.
What's Included
- Photo Opportunities Stops selected for memorable views, landmarks, public art, and cityscapes.
- Small-Group Experience Fewer guests, more interaction, and a personalized Denver experience.
- Personalized Recommendations: Local recommendations for restaurants, breweries, attractions, & gems.
- Expert Local Guide. Local stories, insider tips, & Denver history brought to life.
- Neighborhood Spotlight Experience. Guide-selected hidden gem, local favorite. No 2 tours are alike.
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
1701 Wynkoop Street
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Denver Union Station
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Larimer Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Civic Center Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Colorado State Capitol
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Denver Art Museum (pass by)
Molly Brown House Museum (pass by)
The Spa at The Brown Palace
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Five Points (pass by)
RiNo Art District (pass by)
Lower Highland (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Duration Includes Driving Time Through the City
- Our departures are at 10:am and 1:00 pm respectively. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure time to be checked in.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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.
- Photo Opportunities Stops selected for memorable views, landmarks, public art, and cityscapes.
- Small-Group Experience Fewer guests, more interaction, and a personalized Denver experience.
- Personalized Recommendations: Local recommendations for restaurants, breweries, attractions, & gems.
- Expert Local Guide. Local stories, insider tips, & Denver history brought to life.
- Neighborhood Spotlight Experience. Guide-selected hidden gem, local favorite. No 2 tours are alike.
- Gratuity.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Denver City Highlights Tour & Neighborhood Spotlight is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Denver City Highlights Tour & Neighborhood Spotlight will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Photo Opportunities Stops selected for memorable views, landmarks, public art, and cityscapes.
- Small-Group Experience Fewer guests, more interaction, and a personalized Denver experience.
- Personalized Recommendations: Local recommendations for restaurants, breweries, attractions, & gems.
- Expert Local Guide. Local stories, insider tips, & Denver history brought to life.
- Neighborhood Spotlight Experience. Guide-selected hidden gem, local favorite. No 2 tours are alike.
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Duration Includes Driving Time Through the City
- Our departures are at 10:am and 1:00 pm respectively. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure time to be checked in.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
