Spring is here in Denver, and while I know- I just know that there’s going to be another blizzard before June, it’s the season to hit the trails and take in the Sun! For this post, we’ll be taking a look at some of the more interesting Denver tours- why not take in some culture while you get your steps and vitamin D for the day?
Capitol Hill Walking Tour
Denver is an old city that takes pride in its eccentric and strange history. I can’t reference this enough- Denver locals ran out the city’s first mayor when he was ousted as a Confederate in favor of secession during the Civil War. Wouldn’t you like to learn more about the city’s history, and from someone who (unlike me) is actually qualified to teach it to you?
The Capitol Hill Walking Tour is my recommendation for those so inclined. It starts at the city’s most darling showcase of pluck, the Molly Brown House Museum, which is worth the effort alone. Then, the tour continues through the area’s old homes, showcasing the abodes of “Senators, heiresses, and captains of industry…” If those senators are anything like Denver’s first mayor, I’m sure there’s a bevy of anecdotes throughout the tour.
Twilight Ghost Tour
A photo taken during the macabre Twilight Ghost tour…
Even though you won’t be enjoying the Sun on this outing, I would be remiss not to include a ghost tour- as I’ve said, Denver’s long history also includes a number of sordid stories that are ripe for spinning as tales of the macabre. The Twilight Ghost Tour stands out, as it starts at the Crawford Hill Mansion, the estate of the late Louise Sneed Hill… The so-called “nemesis” of old Molly Brown. This tour also gets an award for fitting many attractions in it- by my count, you walk by 11 establishments! Even if you care little for the mortally deprived, this walking tour passes by restaurants, inns, and even the Marijuana Mansion, which I’ll leave to you to investigate, if you’re so inclined…
Ice Creams of Denver Tours
For those less inclined to care for the stories of the dead, what better way to stir up their ire than enjoying a nice ice cream cone where they once stood? Denver is home to plenty of food tours, but on a warm day in Spring, I’d rather place my attention on frozen treats. While this one is advertised as a self-guided walk, this list of ice creameries spans the entire center of Denver… You may want to keep this handy as a reference when you try other tours out. I can tell you one of these shops may not be entirely what it seems. Look for a freezer door, and you may happen across one of Denver’s hidden speakeasies…
Brews and Views – Denver Tours
A traveler’s photo of the Brews and Views Denver tour!
When you’ve taken just about enough of the city, how about you try the Brews and Views tour out in scenic Golden? This tour focuses on Golden’s brewing industry, but more interestingly, it also showcases Golden’s great scenic views of the nearby mountains. You can take a look for yourself by checking the link- previous travelers posted their photos, and they look great!
Finally, when your feet get tired, how about stopping by our escape room? We have chairs and air conditioning! c:
We completed the Vampire escape room and absolutely loved it! The puzzles were clever, creative, and kept us thinking the entire time. Everything was really well done. Huge shoutout to Wyatt--he did an awesome job setting the scene, getting us pumped to play, and offering just the right amount of help when we got stuck. Five stars all around!
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Katrina K.
4/17/2025
We completed the Vampire escape room and absolutely loved it! The puzzles were clever, creative, and kept us thinking the entire time. Everything was really well done. Huge shoutout to Wyatt--he did an awesome job setting the scene, getting us pumped to play, and offering just the right amount of help when we got stuck. Five stars all around!
Nicole E.
4/14/2025
This was my first escape room experience. I went with one other person and we made it about 2/3 of the way through with only our 2 brains. Dakota was our game master and he was super friendly and enthusiastic- he allowed us to see the final room and other puzzles we didn’t get to experience during our hour. He went above and beyond and we’re excited to come back another time for a different escape! Thanks Dakota!
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Nicole E.
4/14/2025
This was my first escape room experience. I went with one other person and we made it about 2/3 of the way through with only our 2 brains. Dakota was our game master and he was super friendly and enthusiastic- he allowed us to see the final room and other puzzles we didn’t get to experience during our hour. He went above and beyond and we’re excited to come back another time for a different escape! Thanks Dakota!
Loriahn M.
4/13/2025
This was my first visit to Escape Works. As an avid escape room artist, I can confidently say I highly recommend this place. The room itself was challenging but yet manageable for all skill levels, while not frustrating and keeping puzzles fun! Dakota was a phenomenal game master from talking with him before, his hints were great and well timed. We will return for sure and am looking forward to doing the new location as well!
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Loriahn M.
4/13/2025
This was my first visit to Escape Works. As an avid escape room artist, I can confidently say I highly recommend this place. The room itself was challenging but yet manageable for all skill levels, while not frustrating and keeping puzzles fun! Dakota was a phenomenal game master from talking with him before, his hints were great and well timed. We will return for sure and am looking forward to doing the new location as well!
Jordan V.
4/11/2025
Austen showed us a really good time with 3 different rooms. She was super enthusiastic about her job and telling the story for each room. Super informative and made it fun. Even gave us riddles to solve while we waited for each room to be setup. 10/10 recommend. The rooms were fun and definitely had some challenging parts!
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Jordan V.
4/11/2025
Austen showed us a really good time with 3 different rooms. She was super enthusiastic about her job and telling the story for each room. Super informative and made it fun. Even gave us riddles to solve while we waited for each room to be setup. 10/10 recommend. The rooms were fun and definitely had some challenging parts!
Sierra D.
4/11/2025
My friends and I did the Pirate escape room for a part of a bachelorette party and we had a great time! Such a fun experience, and because it was only an hour, it was an easy addition to our itinerary. We liked how this escape room gave us hints when we were struggling and didn't penalize us for getting the hint. It made for a really fun time! Also, our gamemaster Dakota was so fun!! We would definitely recommend.
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Sierra D.
4/11/2025
My friends and I did the Pirate escape room for a part of a bachelorette party and we had a great time! Such a fun experience, and because it was only an hour, it was an easy addition to our itinerary. We liked how this escape room gave us hints when we were struggling and didn't penalize us for getting the hint. It made for a really fun time! Also, our gamemaster Dakota was so fun!! We would definitely recommend.
Teresa P.
4/11/2025
We had an awesome time at EscapeWorks Denver! Dakota gave the perfect amount of hints, helping us along when we were stuck but still allowing us time to think the puzzles through for ourselves and still feel challenged. Dakota was very friendly and took a lot of great photos for our group when we successfully escaped the room. I would recommend EscapeWorks Denver for a fun night out!
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Teresa P.
4/11/2025
We had an awesome time at EscapeWorks Denver! Dakota gave the perfect amount of hints, helping us along when we were stuck but still allowing us time to think the puzzles through for ourselves and still feel challenged. Dakota was very friendly and took a lot of great photos for our group when we successfully escaped the room. I would recommend EscapeWorks Denver for a fun night out!
Lindsey B.
3/29/2025
We came to the escape room and tried the casino heist. Kaleb was amazing. Had a great time and we escaped. Vety fun night
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Lindsey B.
3/29/2025
We came to the escape room and tried the casino heist. Kaleb was amazing. Had a great time and we escaped. Vety fun night
J. K.
3/24/2025
My BFF and I did the Speakeasy Room, and it was so much fun! Wyatt was a great game master and gave us clues at just the right times. We escaped with less than a minute to spare...whew. I would definitely come back to do another room when I next visit Denver.
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J. K.
3/24/2025
My BFF and I did the Speakeasy Room, and it was so much fun! Wyatt was a great game master and gave us clues at just the right times. We escaped with less than a minute to spare...whew. I would definitely come back to do another room when I next visit Denver.
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