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Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views and Local Favorites in 105 Minutes
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Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views and Local Favorites in 105 Minutes

by Discover Denver Tours

2 hours
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This 105-minute bus tour covers Denver’s highlights, views, and local favorites on a comfortable 14-passenger vehicle. The tour starts at Denver Union Station, a historic train station important to the city’s development. The bus then drives past Larimer Square, known for its well-preserved 19th-century buildings. Next, the route continues through the Denver Center for the Performing Arts district, featuring public art and notable architecture. The tour proceeds past the Colorado Convention Center, where the Big Blue Bear statue is visible. The bus travels along the 16th Street Mall, a busy pedestrian area in downtown Denver. There is a 10-minute stop at City Park, offering views of the city skyline and nearby mountains; the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and Denver Zoo can be seen while driving through this area. The tour includes a 5-minute stop at the Molly Brown House Museum in Capitol Hill, the former home of the Titanic survivor. At the Colorado State Capitol, guests have 10 minutes to step out and photograph the Mile High Steps, which mark exactly 5,280 feet above sea level. The bus passes Civic Center Park, inspired by Parisian parks, and the Denver Public Library, designed by the same architect as Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The distinctive Denver Art Museum and its surrounding public art are also viewed during the drive. A 5-minute stop is made at the United States Mint to hear stories about famous heists and coin production. The tour ends with a view of the Daniels and Fisher Tower, one of Denver’s historic landmarks alongside the Big Blue Bear. A local guide provides commentary and answers questions throughout the tour. The tour is suitable for guests aged 5 and older.

Highlights

Start at historic Denver Union Station
Stop at Larimer Square with 19th century buildings
Visit City Park for mountain and city views
See Molly Brown House Museum in Capitol Hill
Photo stop at Mile High Steps at Colorado Capitol
Hear stories at United States Mint

What's included

Guided city bus tour with local guide
All taxes included
All fees included

What's not included

Gratuities for the guide or driver

Itinerary

1

Denver Union Station

The tour begins at Denver Union Station, a major historic train station important to the city’s history.

2

Larimer Square

This block features historic landmarks with well-preserved 19th century architecture. The tour stops here for about 5 minutes.

5 min

3

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts

The area is known for its history, public art displays, and attractive architecture favored by visitors.

4

Colorado Convention Center

Guests should have their cameras ready to capture images of the famous Big Blue Bear.

5

16th Street Mall

The tour passes this busy pedestrian mall, a popular downtown Denver destination.

6

City Park - Denver

A 10-minute stop offers views of the Denver skyline and the nearby mountain range from this large city park.

10 min

7

Denver Museum Of Nature & Science

The bus drives past the museum, located next to Denver Zoo, while traveling through City Park.

8

Molly Brown House Museum

The tour stops for 5 minutes at the mansion of the Titanic survivor located in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.

5 min

9

Colorado State Capitol

Guests have 10 minutes to take photos at the Mile High Steps, marking 5,280 feet above sea level.

10 min

10

Civic Center Park

The tour passes this central Denver park, designed with inspiration from Parisian parks.

11

Denver Public Library

The library is an architectural landmark designed by the architect who also designed Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

12

Denver Art Museum

The bus passes the uniquely designed art museum and its surrounding public art installations.

13

United States Mint At Denver

The tour halts for 5 minutes to share stories about famous heists and the coin production process at the mint.

5 min

14

Daniels and Fisher Tower

The tour ends with a view of this historic landmark, popular for photos alongside the Big Blue Bear.

Meeting point

The flag pole in front of Union Station. The flagpole is located at the intersection of 17th & Wynkoop. The address of Union Station is 1701 Wynkoop Street.

End point

The flag pole in front of Union Station. The flagpole is located at the intersection of 17th & Wynkoop. The address of Union Station is 1701 Wynkoop Street.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
The total tour duration ranges from 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, including driving time
Guests must be at least 5 years old due to state and insurance regulations
All guests, regardless of age, must have a ticket since bus capacity is limited to 14; unticketed guests cannot join
Total
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