Colorado (CO) tours, things to do and tickets

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains. Weave through small, historic towns and drive over alpine passes, as you scan the horizon for mountain wildlife like elk, black bears, or moose. Chance to spot local wildlife such as moose, elk, deer & eagles We take care of the day for you, so you can relax and enjoy the views Ample time at each stop to explore Comfortable upscale transportation

Take a guided tour through the most picturesque locations in Colorado Springs. You will head south to the Garden of the Gods, we will stop for lunch at the beautiful town of Manitou Springs. After that, we will climb 14115 feet to Pikes Peak Summit. Then you will take a scenic drive back into Denver.

Aspire Tours specializes in dynamic and hand-crafted sightseeing adventures for small groups in the Colorado Rockies. Our local five-star guides design immersive experiences to help you create meaningful moments with people and places.

Disconnect for a few hours in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Breathe in fresh mountain air and explore low trafficked areas with stunning views. Enjoy driving along scenic mountain roads in a comfortable vehicle with great views to soak up your surroundings. Guests get time at each sight to take some short walks.

Highlights

- Scenic views
- Passionate guides
- Small group guarantees intimate experience
- Comfortable passenger vans

Discover Denver one bite at a time on this three-hour walking food tour through the heart of downtown.  You'll visit 5 award-winning local Denver restaurants for delicious tastings. 

You will taste authentic Neapolitan pizza certified by Italy's AVPN, award-winning from-scratch Colorado green chile, fluffy baked empanadas from a family-owned shop, Southwestern fusion cuisine on the brand new Dairy Block, and a sweet treat from a James Beard award-winning chef inside the historic Union Station.*

In between tastings, your experienced foodie guide will share stories about Denver's rich history and architecture. From secret tunnels to world-famous bordellos, learn just how wild the west was in the city's early days. You'll visit historic sites and landmarks like Coors Field, McGregor Square, the Dairy Block, the oldest hotel in Denver and the iconic Union Station.

*Tastings are subject to change

This trip begins with a 30-minute scenic drive to the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater. We’ll drive through the park, take in the stunning rock formations, and get out to explore the world-famous amphitheater (if open). We finish up with a quick stop at Lookout Mountain for a breath of crisp mountain air and panoramic views of Denver, Golden, and the stunning Rocky Mountains.

Heading back into Denver the tour takes you past Denver’s highlights like the Denver Performing Arts Complex, Colorado Convention Center, Civic Center Park, and Denver Art Museum.

You’ll view funky murals in the thriving River North (RiNo) Art District, pass Coors Field, and time permitting grab coffee at a local favorite hotspot.

NOTE: We limit the number of people on each tour; because of this, this tours tends to sell out quickly. This tour offers an evening view of the most haunted neighborhood in the city of Denver. Historic Haunted Mansions, Scandals from the past, and History, are the main themes of this paranormal tour. NOTE: Although we don't go into any of the mansions, because they are all privately owned, you will still have an opportunity to feel and possibly see the presence of paranormal activity. Bring your digital camera or smart phone. We often capture orbs and sometimes even shadow people. Paranormal activity is never guaranteed. Duration: 2 Hours. Distance: 1.7 Mile Walking Tour. The tour meets at 901 Sherman St, on the corner of 9th and Sherman, in front of the lighted, Archer Tower sign. Make sure to go to the Sherman side of the building. Note: Book Early, this tour tends to sell out quickly, during the Halloween Season.. Note: This is a rain or shine event.

Castle Rock Zip Line Tours offers an award winning zip line experience only minutes from Denver. The fully guided tour includes 2 certified zip line guides, ten zip lines, and allows guests to soar over 320 acres of beautiful Colorado open space. Small tour sizes minimize waiting and maximize the zip line experience.

Ranked the #1 "Thing to Do" in Denver on both TripAdvisor and Yelp, the world-famous BEYOND Laser Light Experience is a mind-expanding, audio-visual immersive light and sound show featured in hundreds of global newspapers, magazines, and television shows.

In addition to BEYOND, your day pass grants you unlimited access to the Church's retro arcade lounge, art gallery, movie theater, and Gandhi Garden, with dozens of Instagram worthy picture spots throughout the Church.

Our Retro Arcade Lounge includes:
Arcade Emulators with over 10,000+ Games on Free Play
Galaga Arcade (Vintage)
Centipede Arcade (Vintage)
Super Off Road Arcade (Vintage)
Mario Kart on a 26 foot movie theater screen (Epic!)
Skee Ball on free play
Incredible photo opps
Golden Tee (Vintage)
Art from world famous artists
Every board game imaginable from your childhood
Shawn White’s couch set (no, seriously…it's here)
Ping-Pong
Art Garden
Insanely Unique Gift Shop and Lounge with items you won't find anywhere else!

Adventure together through class II-III+ rapids on the Arkansas River with Noah's Ark. Our tours put-in at our private put-in on our riverside property and raft through Browns Canyon National Monument.

THIS TOUR REQUIRES 4 GUESTS TO START

What's LoDo? I’m happy you asked! Lower Downtown is Denver’s oldest neighborhood which is home to some of the best restaurants and attractions in Denver. On this 2 hour walking tour your savvy local guide will share fascinating history and point out local hot spots, where to eat and drink. We walk about 1.5 miles where we bring to life the past, present, and future of our beloved city. This tour is perfect for those who have limited time and a busy schedule. At the end of the tour you will feel more like a local and less like a tourist!

We begin the tour at iconic Union Station and its significance to the survival of Denver as a city. Over the next 2 hours we walk a loop around LoDo where we share stories of Denver’s first Chinatown, visit the most famous bordello of its time, visit the oldest operating hotel in Denver, and learn about the underground tunnel system that runs beneath the city.

PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 11 AM.

Brown’s Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Brown’s Canyon is a must! This section is filled with plenty of fun and exciting rapids and is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!

Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip.  Exciting moderate level whitewater through Brown's Canyon National Monument.  Spectacular scenery and lots of thrills and memories for a lifetime.

Browns Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Browns Canyon is a must. This section is filled with plenty of fun and exciting rapids and is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!

Enjoy the fresh Colorado air and admire the views of the Rocky Mountains as you fly through trees and over meadows on a zipline! Ride on some of Colorado’s longest zipline tracks on a course that spans more than 6,000 feet (1,828 m). Enjoy scenic hikes between the ziplines. This Rocky Mountain zipline adventure is perfect for those seeking an adrenaline-filled outdoor experience!

Experience the fusion of adrenaline and nature as you spend three hours on Colorado’s most unique zip-line tour. The zip-line's design highlights the geologic features found only in Seven Falls. Feel the wind in your hair as you ride the Fins course which features 5 zip-lines ranging from 300 to 1800 feet, 2 suspension bridges, and a 180-ft assisted rappel.
All guests must weigh between 90 and 250 pounds, fully clothed. This is a strict weight limit for everyone's safety.

Our most popular Jeep tour, this historic sight-seeing adventure is a great way to enjoy the Pikes Peak region!!! Our entertaining and informative cowboy guides take you through time along the foothills of Pikes Peak, highlighting scenery and some of Colorado Springs’ most famous historical sights. Attractions include North Cheyenne Canyon, Helen Hunt Falls, the Shortline Railroad and its 100-year-old tunnels, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, and the spectacular red rock park Garden of the Gods. In our open-air Jeeps, your photo opportunities are unobstructed!!! This tour is approximately 70% paved roads and 30% dirt, and is a fantastic overview of the area!!!

This is the best half day mountain tour to get out of Denver and see the mountains without spending an entire day touring. These small group tours are designed to get you out to See, Learn and Explore not just drive past. This tour really highlights the best of our Denver Mountain Park system. Visit Red Rocks Park and amphitheater, then travel up into the mountains via  Bear Creek Canyon to the quaint mountain town of Evergreen.  Browse the local shops or enjoy a quick drink in the Saloon, winery, or local coffee shop. Witness beautiful Rocky Mountain vistas while climbing over a beautiful mountain pass to  Echo Lake at 10,600 ft.  Stroll around this beautiful glacial lake sitting at the base of 14,256 foot Mt. Evans and enjoy the mountain scenery.  Travel by historic  Genesee Mountain Park while viewing herds of Buffalo and Elk on your way back into Denver.  *Wildlife viewing not guaranteed.

We've got the vans and the gear you need to get out and explore Rocky Mountain National Park this winter. Join us on a moderate 4-5 mile hike, where you'll have ample time to take in the stunning mountain views. Immerse yourself in nature's solitude, and scan the scenery for elk, raptors, and bighorn sheep. Enjoy your day in the park and we'll have you back downtown in time for happy hour. Book your Rocky Mountain National Park adventure today!

Our guides are extremely experienced in the mountain environment and know the best routes to take based on the conditions and snow pack. Safety is our number one priority, and last-minute changes in itinerary may be necessary. But we guarantee any tour you take with us will be an unforgettable experience!

Welcome to the ultimate craft beer experience in Denver, Colorado!

Our Lodo Craft Beer Tour will take you to some of the best breweries in Denver’s downtown area, where you will get to taste 10+ perfectly crafted beers while exploring the city on foot.

While sipping beers along the way, you’ll see how a failed geologist started a brewery that defined Denver’s beer culture, explore Denver’s new Dairy Block and visit a small outpost of a Colorado mountain brewery, sip beers from the brewery that made canning craft beer cool.

You’ll also get to know Denver’s best kept secrets. You’ll walk through Denver’s original red light district, hear about Denver’s outrageous grave robbers, & learn other seamy Denver history!

Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will:
- teach you how to taste beer like a beer snob
- explain the brewing process
- show the history of each of our brewing partners
- share some scandalous Denver history tidbits along the way

This Breckenridge tour is a great way to explore what our beautiful state has to offer. You will experience some of the most breath taking views in Colorado, travel through the Continental Divide at 11,900 feet of elevation, have the opportunity to walk around the stunning Red Rocks Amphitheater & enjoy your time in the Historic town of Breckenridge with many activities for everyone.