Denver Craft Beer Walking Tour in Lower Downtown with Tastings
by Denver Microbrew Tour
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
This walking tour in Denver’s Lower Downtown (LoDo) district lasts about two and a half hours and is designed for craft beer enthusiasts interested in local breweries and history. Participants visit several breweries on foot and sample over ten different beers, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. The guide explains how to taste beer properly, describes the brewing process, and shares historical details about the breweries and the city. The tour includes stops at notable breweries such as Rock Bottom, where an on-site Brewmaster taps a variety of in-house beers and seltzers; Oskar Blues Grill & Brew, housed in a renovated 130-year-old building with unique decor reflecting beer and music culture; Westbound & Down Denver, located in the Dairy Block and known for award-winning mountain-style beers; and Wynkoop Brewing Company, Denver’s first brewpub founded in 1988 that helped start the city’s craft beer movement. Along the route, participants see Denver landmarks like the Daniels and Fisher Clock Tower, a Renaissance Revival building completed in 1910 with large clock faces and an observation deck, and pass near Larimer Square, Denver’s oldest block featuring Victorian buildings and shops. The tour also covers local history including Denver’s original red light district and stories about grave robbers. Included in the tour are a local guide, a souvenir tasting glass, and all beverage samples. Food is not included, so participants should eat beforehand.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Rock Bottom Brewery
Rock Bottom combines a neighborhood bar atmosphere with a gourmet eatery and an award-winning craft brewery. An on-site Brewmaster taps a variety of unique beers and seltzers brewed in-house. This stop highlights Denver's local brewing scene and offers a different tasting experience each visit.
35 min
Daniels and Fisher Clock Tower
This historic Denver landmark was originally part of the Daniels & Fisher department store, completed in 1910. The Renaissance Revival tower features four 16-foot diameter clock faces and a 16th-story observation deck with views of the Rocky Mountains and city skyline. The tower remains standing after the department store was demolished in the 1970s.
Larimer Square (Drive-by)
The tour route passes near Larimer Square, Denver’s oldest block known for its Victorian buildings, independent shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The area blends historic architecture with a lively, modern atmosphere but is not a stop on the tour.
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
Located in a 130-year-old building at Market and 16th Streets, Oskar Blues Grill & Brew was renovated with a $2.5 million investment. The venue combines a restaurant, full bar, and music space. Its design features beer and bike-themed elements including a drumstick chandelier, a bar covered in guitar picks, a hologram-like image of Hendrix, and tap handles shaped like bike wheels.
30 min
Dairy Block
A stylish urban complex featuring bars, restaurants, upscale boutiques, and a hotel, Dairy Block is part of the LoDo district and home to Westbound & Down Denver brewery.
5 min
Westbound & Down Denver Brewery
Located in the Dairy Block, Westbound & Down offers award-winning beers influenced by Colorado mountain brewing. The taproom serves a variety of styles from lagers to IPAs in a relaxed setting that reflects Denver’s craft beer innovation.
30 min
Lower Downtown (LoDo) District
LoDo is Denver’s oldest neighborhood, known for cobblestone streets and red-brick buildings. It hosts trendy restaurants, boutiques, bars, and art galleries, combining historic charm with a lively urban environment.
Wynkoop Brewing Company
Founded in 1988 by a group including future Colorado governor John Hickenlooper, Wynkoop was Denver’s first brewpub. Located in a 19th-century warehouse, it helped launch the city’s craft beer movement. Wynkoop brews a range of beers from traditional ales to experimental styles in a historic, rustic atmosphere.
30 min
Meeting point
***START LOCATIONS VARY BY TOUR TIME*** This start location is for tours starting on Saturdays at 3:15 PM and Sundays at 3:15 PM When you arrive at Wynkoop, tell the host you are with "Denver Microbrew Tour", and he will show you to our group.
End point
Tour end points change based on a variety of factors, but won't be more than a mile away from where we started. Your tour guide will be happy to help orient you, and if needed, provide directions back to the original start location.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Denver Craft Beer Walking Tour in Lower Downtown with Tastings
by Denver Microbrew Tour
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
This walking tour in Denver’s Lower Downtown (LoDo) district lasts about two and a half hours and is designed for craft beer enthusiasts interested in local breweries and history. Participants visit several breweries on foot and sample over ten different beers, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. The guide explains how to taste beer properly, describes the brewing process, and shares historical details about the breweries and the city. The tour includes stops at notable breweries such as Rock Bottom, where an on-site Brewmaster taps a variety of in-house beers and seltzers; Oskar Blues Grill & Brew, housed in a renovated 130-year-old building with unique decor reflecting beer and music culture; Westbound & Down Denver, located in the Dairy Block and known for award-winning mountain-style beers; and Wynkoop Brewing Company, Denver’s first brewpub founded in 1988 that helped start the city’s craft beer movement. Along the route, participants see Denver landmarks like the Daniels and Fisher Clock Tower, a Renaissance Revival building completed in 1910 with large clock faces and an observation deck, and pass near Larimer Square, Denver’s oldest block featuring Victorian buildings and shops. The tour also covers local history including Denver’s original red light district and stories about grave robbers. Included in the tour are a local guide, a souvenir tasting glass, and all beverage samples. Food is not included, so participants should eat beforehand.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Rock Bottom Brewery
Rock Bottom combines a neighborhood bar atmosphere with a gourmet eatery and an award-winning craft brewery. An on-site Brewmaster taps a variety of unique beers and seltzers brewed in-house. This stop highlights Denver's local brewing scene and offers a different tasting experience each visit.
35 min
Daniels and Fisher Clock Tower
This historic Denver landmark was originally part of the Daniels & Fisher department store, completed in 1910. The Renaissance Revival tower features four 16-foot diameter clock faces and a 16th-story observation deck with views of the Rocky Mountains and city skyline. The tower remains standing after the department store was demolished in the 1970s.
Larimer Square (Drive-by)
The tour route passes near Larimer Square, Denver’s oldest block known for its Victorian buildings, independent shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The area blends historic architecture with a lively, modern atmosphere but is not a stop on the tour.
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
Located in a 130-year-old building at Market and 16th Streets, Oskar Blues Grill & Brew was renovated with a $2.5 million investment. The venue combines a restaurant, full bar, and music space. Its design features beer and bike-themed elements including a drumstick chandelier, a bar covered in guitar picks, a hologram-like image of Hendrix, and tap handles shaped like bike wheels.
30 min
Dairy Block
A stylish urban complex featuring bars, restaurants, upscale boutiques, and a hotel, Dairy Block is part of the LoDo district and home to Westbound & Down Denver brewery.
5 min
Westbound & Down Denver Brewery
Located in the Dairy Block, Westbound & Down offers award-winning beers influenced by Colorado mountain brewing. The taproom serves a variety of styles from lagers to IPAs in a relaxed setting that reflects Denver’s craft beer innovation.
30 min
Lower Downtown (LoDo) District
LoDo is Denver’s oldest neighborhood, known for cobblestone streets and red-brick buildings. It hosts trendy restaurants, boutiques, bars, and art galleries, combining historic charm with a lively urban environment.
Wynkoop Brewing Company
Founded in 1988 by a group including future Colorado governor John Hickenlooper, Wynkoop was Denver’s first brewpub. Located in a 19th-century warehouse, it helped launch the city’s craft beer movement. Wynkoop brews a range of beers from traditional ales to experimental styles in a historic, rustic atmosphere.
30 min
Meeting point
***START LOCATIONS VARY BY TOUR TIME*** This start location is for tours starting on Saturdays at 3:15 PM and Sundays at 3:15 PM When you arrive at Wynkoop, tell the host you are with "Denver Microbrew Tour", and he will show you to our group.
End point
Tour end points change based on a variety of factors, but won't be more than a mile away from where we started. Your tour guide will be happy to help orient you, and if needed, provide directions back to the original start location.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.