Denver’s past is filled with intriguing stories, and the Historical Walking Tour with a Haunting Twist promises to uncover them. Led by an expert guide, this captivating experience takes guests on a journey through the city’s historic landmarks and eerie locations. From the grand Crawford Hill Mansion to the abandoned Tramway Building, each stop unveils the fortunes and misfortunes of Denver’s influential families. With a limited group size, the tour offers a unique opportunity for history enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike to explore the city’s haunting past. What secrets will be uncovered on this spellbinding adventure?
Good To Know
- A 5-star rated walking tour that explores Denver’s haunted locations and historic mansions, focusing on the fortunes and misfortunes of prominent families.
- Guided by an expert, Madame DuBois, who provides engaging storytelling and accurate historical details about Denver’s transformation from a mining town to a metropolitan area.
- Stops include the Crawford Hill Mansion, an abandoned tramway building, and other eerie sites with captivating haunted histories and supernatural secrets.
- Accessible for strollers but not wheelchair-friendly, with a maximum group size of 16 travelers and flexible operating hours from Monday to Sunday.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours and a lowest price guarantee, making it a unique and memorable gift experience for those interested in Denver’s haunted past.
Tour Overview
Offering a haunting twist on Denver’s rich history, the Historical Walking Tour provides a captivating exploration of the city’s past.
With a 5.0 rating from 10 reviews and a 100% recommendation rate, this tour promises an immersive experience starting at $30. Guests can enjoy the flexibility of free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.
The tour visits haunted locations and historic mansions, allowing participants to learn about the fortunes and misfortunes of Denver’s past families.
While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s stroller friendly, accommodating a maximum of 16 travelers per group.
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Meeting & Logistics
The Historical Walking Tour of Denver meets at the East 10th Avenue & Sherman Street, in front of the Crawford Hill Mansion. The tour returns to the same meeting point.
Operating hours are Monday-Thursday from 4 PM to 10 PM, Friday-Saturday from 4 PM to 11:30 PM, and Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM.
The tour accommodates a maximum of 16 travelers and is stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible.
Guests can enjoy this spooky historical experience through free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time, and with a lowest price guarantee starting from $30.
Historical Highlights
The walking tour delves into Denver’s captivating past, unveiling a wealth of stories and historical details meticulously researched by the guide.
Guests are taken on a journey through time, exploring the fortunes and misfortunes of Denver’s influential families.
The tour includes visits to:
- Haunted locations, where guests can feel the eerie atmosphere and learn about the paranormal legends.
- Historic mansions, such as the Crawford Hill Mansion, providing a glimpse into the opulent lifestyles of the city’s past.
- Significant landmarks, shedding light on Denver’s transformation from a mining town to a thriving metropolitan area.
The engaging storytelling and immersive experience leave participants with a newfound appreciation for Denver’s rich history.
Haunted Locations
Along the tour route, guests are led to several haunted locations that captivate with their eerie atmospheres and chilling tales.
The tour explores the Crawford Hill Mansion, a grand Victorian home with a dark history of lost fortunes and tragic deaths. Whispers of ghostly figures and unexplained noises have been reported over the years.
Nearby, the tour visits the abandoned Tramway Building, where urban legends speak of a malevolent spirit haunting the shadows.
As the group navigates these haunted sites, the guide weaves together the sorrows and misfortunes that have left their mark, transporting participants back in time to uncover the city’s supernatural secrets.
Guide’s Expertise
Praised for her vast knowledge and engaging storytelling, tour guide Julia, also known as Madame DuBois, captivates participants with her extensive research and insight into Denver’s haunted past.
Madame DuBois impresses guests with:
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A wealth of stories and accurate historical details about the fortunes and misfortunes of Denver’s prominent families.
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Skilled navigation through haunted locations and exploration of historic mansions, bringing the city’s history to life.
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Seamless integration of spooky tales and informative commentary, creating an immersive and memorable experience for participants.
While some guests have expressed difficulty hearing the guide during the walking portions, Madame DuBois’ storytelling prowess consistently earns high praise from tour attendees.
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Guest Experiences
Participants of the Historical Walking Tour of Denver express a newfound appreciation for the city’s history, with many describing the experience as both informative and spooky. Guests enjoy the combination of historical details and spooky tales, with some recommending the tour as a unique gift experience. Positive feedback emphasizes the engaging storytelling and immersive atmosphere, making it a memorable outing. However, some visitors note difficulty hearing the guide during stops, suggesting a need for better communication techniques.
Visitor Insights | Positive | Negative |
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Newfound appreciation for Denver’s history | Engaging storytelling | Difficulty hearing guide |
Informative and spooky experience | Immersive atmosphere | – |
Suitable as a unique gift | Memorable outing | – |
Caters to both locals and visitors | – | – |
Booking Information
Situated at the corner of East 10th Avenue and Sherman Street, the meeting point for the Historical Walking Tour of Denver is directly in front of the Crawford Hill Mansion.
The tour runs on the following schedule:
- Monday – Thursday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Friday – Saturday: 4:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible but is stroller friendly, with a maximum group size of 16 travelers.
Guests can take advantage of the free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the start of the experience, and the price starts at $30.00 with a lowest price guarantee.
Sum Up
The Historical Walking Tour of Denver with a Haunting Twist offers a unique opportunity to explore the city’s past, blending historical insights and spooky tales. Led by the knowledgeable guide Julia, guests will uncover the fortunes and misfortunes of Denver’s influential families while visiting eerie sites. With a maximum group size of 16, this captivating tour provides a one-of-a-kind experience for history enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike.
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