Top Denver Culinary Tours

Take the guesswork out of choosing a restaurant in Denver—and explore its food scene without the crowds—on this private food tour, including multiple tastings. Wander through the city’s Lower Downtown area, see landmarks including Union Station, and stop by a number of eateries to try their cuisine. Sample locally-sourced elk, pork green chili, and a traditional cannoli, and learn why green chili is a firm local favorite.

Explore Denver’s downtown area—and go beyond the guidebook—on this small-group food tour. Sample a variety of ingredients, flavors, and dishes, including Colorado bison and seasonal pastries, with all your tastings included. Along the way, learn about local history and culture, visit highlights including the Brown Palace Hotel and the Daniels & Fisher Clock Tower, and discover hidden gems you might otherwise have missed.

Indulge in some of Denver's finest cocktails (or mocktails, if option selected)—and learn all about the city's drinks culture and history, from Prohibition to today—on this small-group tour. Setting off from the heart of Denver, you'll follow your guide to three of the city's top cocktail bars, and discover places and stories you wouldn't encounter on your own. Indulge in four craft cocktails, as well as food pairings, as you go.

Taste the bold flavors of the Mile High City on our Denver food tour through the vibrant streets of Historic Downtown. Led by passionate local guides, this experience combines food, culture, and stories that showcase the city’s creative culinary spirit. Along the way, you’ll enjoy 6+ tastings that highlight Denver’s unique blend of Western tradition and global influence. Bite into smoky Colorado elk sausage, a golden fried chile relleno, and comforting pork green chili. Try a playful twist on a classic with Big Mac pizza, savor a Chinese five-spice donut, and cool off with creamy Vietnamese iced coffee ice cream. As always, the journey ends with our exclusive Secret Dish, a surprise that makes the experience even more memorable. This isn’t just a tasting—it’s your insider pass to the flavors and character of downtown Denver. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience.

Discover Denver’s vibrant dinner scene on this engaging 2.5-hour tour. Start at the iconic Union Station and venture to four award-winning restaurants, indulging in six tastings paired with three craft cocktails or mocktails. Enjoy dishes like carnitas tacos, housemade focaccia, and a delightful gelato dessert while soaking in the atmosphere of historic neighborhoods like LoDo and the Dairy Block. This tour is designed for food lovers seeking to connect over a shared passion for culinary delights in small groups. - 2.5-hour progressive dinner tour with 6 tastings and 3 drinks - Explore iconic spots like Union Station and Coors Field - Led by a friendly local foodie guide with personalized recommendations - Small groups of up to 10 ensure an intimate dining experience

Dine and Dash Luxury Tours is excited to share Denver's quickly exploding culinary scene with locals and visitors alike. We've plucked our experienced tour guides from some of the finest restaurants in the country to give you an insider industry perspective on hospitality. Where do the finest chefs eat? Where do the most daring mixologists drink? Wander the city with us and see for yourself! The Lower Highlands (LoHi) walking tour includes exquisite bites from five restaurants, beverage pairings, and a sprinkling of history and fun facts.

Get chills down your spine on an evening walk through Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings in the city. Let your guide take you through the dark streets, pointing out the haunted mansions, telling tales of historic scandals, and discovering paranormal activity.

The Denver foothills are packed with some of Colorado's best sights, from Red Rocks Amphitheater to Lookout Mountain and scenic Lariat Loop. Throughout this half-day tour from Denver explore the scenic foothills, get panoramic views of the mountain surroundings, and stroll through small, historic towns before stopping in Golden for a coffee or craft beer. It's a quick escape from the big city buzz and a taste of life in the mountains just outside of "Mile High" City.

Get the lowdown on LoDo on an express tour of Denver’s oldest neighborhood. Both historic and rapidly changing, the district is home to many of the city's hippest bars, restaurants, and hotels. Walk a loop around LoDo’s most important landmark buildings, all while hearing tales from Denver’s Wild West history. Get inside tips on where to dine and drink while in town from a guide who knows the area best.

Visit one of the most beautiful parks in the American West on a full-day tour from Denver to Rocky Mountain National Park. Picnic among a summer landscape of thick green trees and wildflower meadows, and drive above timberline on an alpine road with stunning mountain views. Stroll around and look for Colorado wildlife inside the park, with time for a dose of mountain culture in the charming resort town of Estes Park.

Explore the stunning Colorado Rockies on an intimate small-group half-day tour led by a local guide. Enjoy scenic drives, short walks at picturesque stops, and breathtaking mountain views. Relax in a comfortable vehicle and experience the tranquility of lesser-known areas. Perfect for connecting with nature and discovering hidden gems.

Explore the grand scenery of the Rocky Mountains and Colorado’s Wild West history on a small-group bus tour from Denver. Visit the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and encounter descendants of America’s last wild buffalo herd grazing in the foothills. Get panoramic views of Denver and the Front Range from atop Lookout Mountain, drive the Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway, visit the town of Golden, and more.

Enjoy a delectable introduction to Denver's hip RiNo Arts District—and follow your guide straight to its culinary highlights—on this small-group walking tour. You’ll visit five award-winning local restaurants to taste dishes ranging from fried chicken and sourdough pizza to mochi donuts and beyond. In between tour stops, your foodie guide will share stories about Denver’s growing culinary scene.

Head south from Denver on a small group tour to two of Colorado’s most majestic places. First, visit Garden of the Gods, a unique geological area with colossal red rock formations. Then take a drive up Pikes Peak, which inspired the song “America the Beautiful.” Have lunch and enjoy a bit of free time or shopping in the charming town of Manitou Springs, then take a scenic drive through the foothills back to Denver.

Explore Colorado’s natural playgrounds, just a short drive from downtown Denver. Escape the city and head for the Rockies with a guide to handle the road, so you can focus on the stunning scenery of Mt. Evans, Bear Creek Canyon, and beyond. Get a taste of mountain culture in the charming town of Evergreen, check out the dramatic formations of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and hike around serene Echo Lake on this half-day mountain sampler.

Venture beyond Denver, and discover what Colorado has to offer: on this small-group tour, visit Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Continental Divide, and the ski resort town of Breckenridge, all in one day. Depart in the morning via comfortable vehicle: you'll explore Red Rocks before taking Loveland Pass along the Continental Divide, and stopping for photos along the way. At Breckenridge, enjoy free time to wander, shop, and eat lunch (own expense).

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 such as elk, black bears, or moose.

This full-day, small-group tour takes you out of the city and into the rugged Rocky Mountains. Visit Red Rocks Amphitheatre, an acoustic masterpiece crafted by Mother Nature; travel through rugged Clear Creek Canyon to the Continental Divide; and visit an old mining town. Enjoy free time for lunch and shopping in the iconic ski town of Breckenridge, then head back to Denver, passing through the Eisenhower Tunnel—the longest, highest, passenger car tunnel in the world.

Our Take a Llama to Lunch brings two gentle, wooly llama companions as you trek through the stunning landscapes of Staunton State Park. Your calm hiking buddy will carry all the gear while you soak in sweeping mountain vistas, serene pine forests, and wildflower meadows. Your 3-mile journey winds through the historic cabins of the Staunton’s homestead where your guide will share about Colorado life in the early 1900s. The trail leads through a wildflower-filled meadow where the Ute and Cheyenne lived for thousands of years. You’ll pause at the scenic Davis Ponds for a gourmet picnic lunch featuring fresh sandwiches/wraps, trail snacks, and refreshing drinks. Your experienced guides will share fascinating llama facts and local wildlife knowledge throughout this special experience. This adventure is perfect for families and friends, photographers, and nature enthusiasts. Create lasting memories while experiencing the Rockies in true Colorado style- with a llama by your side!