Summer at Denver is almost in full swing, and visitors far and near are flood into the city. Should you’ll have family in from out of town or are only searching for something to do, then Colorado boasts no shortage of interesting and edifying tours of local factories, historical buildings, temples and so much more. Even when you’re a Denver native, then you’ll get to enjoy being a tourist in your own city this summer.
Here’s roundup of a few of the best tours that Colorado has to offer, whether you’re visiting by family, friends or just spending a day by yourself.
Factory Tours
Hammond’s Candy Factory
Courtesy of Visit Denver website
Where: 320 W. Colfax Ave., Denver
Price: Free
Time required: About 45 minutes
The Lowdown: While this particular tour is restricted to adults and children over seven decades old, this still allows tons of understanding about the loaded history of the Denver Mint. Billions of coins have been produced here annually, along with the Mint gift store boasts a large selection of the coins as well as other collectibles. Find out about the rich history and be sure to admire the gorgeous architecture across the way of the free, guided tour. Make sure you carefully follow all of the instructions listed on the Mint’s site before arriving to your tour.
Courtesy of Glen Eyrie website
Where: 3820 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs
Price: $9
Time required: About 90 minutes
The Lowdown: Keep the imperial theme going by visiting this stunning castle tucked down in Colorado Springs. Should you’re a history enthusiast, then that is the tour for you. You’ll be guided through the castle together with stories of railroad wars in the beginning of this century, oil tycoons and the narrative of General Palmer and the Navigators. Much like Cherokee Ranch, Glen Eyrie also provides quaint little tea times. Tour tickets are $9 per individual, and more info are available online.
Venues
Red Rocks Backstage
Red Rocks backstage photograph by Brittany Werges.
Where: 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison
Price: $8: – $50
Time required: Three weeks (NOTE: The tour is seasonal, occurring on select dates in November to March)
The Lowdown: Red Rocks Local Set string is one of the best-kept tour secrets in Denver. The $50 ticket is well worth the cost because it is all inclusive with a buffet dinner, entertainment from local musicians and restricted by a walk through the most famous backstage in Colorado. The night starts off with dinner, drinks and music at the guest center with tours scheduled throughout the night so that you may select when you’d like to mosey downstairs. You’ll start off having a look in the green rooms, followed by a brief history of this amphitheater. Then comes the show stopper — the walk during the notorious tunnel where everybody in the likes of Prince to Jimi Hendrix have left their counterparts. Take some time to sift through tens of thousands of questions and also don’t be scared to ask questions — as the tunnel holds many secrets. Should you’re not in city throughout the select dates of Local Set, you will find added (and more affordable ) tour choices throughout the year including ones that go more into the ancient history of this geological wonder.
Pepsi Center
Photo Courtesy of Pepsi Center Facebook
Where: 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver
Price: $10
Time required: About 90 minutes
The Lowdown: Have you ever wondered exactly what goes on behind the scenes of your favourite concert and athletic places? Today ’s your chance to discover. The Pepsi Center offers guided tours throughout the stadium that has been home to Colorado’s cherished teams like the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche and also Colorado Mammoth in addition to a number of the biggest names in the audio industry. With backstage access, you’ll get to find out how they convert a basketball field to an ice hockey rink and so much more. More information can be found here.
Courtesy of DCPA website
Where: 1101 13th St., Denver
Price: $12
Time required: About90 moments
The Lowdown: If historical and sports buildings really aren’t your thing, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts provides a behind the scenes tour in the theater spaces. Productions are born of amazing collaborations involving costume designers, set builders, prop makers and more to bring the stage to life. DCPA’s guided tours will take you through the costume and set shops, design studios, Actor’s Alley (where vacationing cast members sign posters) as well as the many performing spaces. Learn more info and reservations here.
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