Red Rocks & Beyond
Recommended by 97% of travellers
Denver, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Discover the Red Rocks Amphitheater and enjoy a scenic drive along Lariat Loop
- Small group tour ensures a personalized experience
- Perfect tour for someone who wants a quick getaway
- Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to fit your schedule
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Water refill - please bring reusable bottles
- Gratuities
- Food
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Begin your tour at Denver Union Station where you'll be picked up to start your tour. Delve into Denver's vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning architecture, uncovering fun facts through your guide's insights that you’d miss otherwise.
Your first destination is the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, an acclaimed music venue set against a backdrop of natural beauty.
Take in the scenic landscapes along the Lariat Loop as you travel to your next stop. Arrive at Lookout Mountain, offering a panoramic view of downtown Denver. This summit, historically used as a lookout by the Ute tribe, provides a memorable perspective of the city.
Enjoy a leisurely stop in the charming town of Golden, where you have the option to savor coffee or craft beer at your own expense.
Conclude your journey back at the initial meeting point in Denver.
Your first destination is the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, an acclaimed music venue set against a backdrop of natural beauty.
Take in the scenic landscapes along the Lariat Loop as you travel to your next stop. Arrive at Lookout Mountain, offering a panoramic view of downtown Denver. This summit, historically used as a lookout by the Ute tribe, provides a memorable perspective of the city.
Enjoy a leisurely stop in the charming town of Golden, where you have the option to savor coffee or craft beer at your own expense.
Conclude your journey back at the initial meeting point in Denver.
1
Denver Union Station
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Lookout Mountain
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buffalo Bill Museum And Grave (Pass By)
Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway (Pass By)
4
Golden
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travellers can participate
- Minimum age is 8 years old - no children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
- Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather conditions, an alternative date or full refund will be offered
- Please note that it is a possibility in the winter that the visibility is limited due to snow. We are flexible with our cancellation policy if snow is in the forecast and are happy to reschedule if weather looks better on another day.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tour to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- Please dress in layers. You are welcome to leave unused articles of clothing in the vehicle at each stop
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travellers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q:Where do we meet for the Foothills Explorer Tour From Denver?
A:We meet in front of Denver’s Union Station at 1701 Wynkoop Street, by the large American flag pole by the curb side.
Mar 2021
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 1,620 reviews
Dushwana_P, May 2026
IRA was an awesome tour guide and very knowledgeable of area. We really enjoyed the tour and sites. Highly recommend this tour!
Nancy_F, May 2026
Our tour guide, Jadon, was awesome! Very knowledgeable, safe driver, funny, very entertaining! The tour guide makes the tour and if you get Jason you are in for a fun time. The stops on the tour and time allotted for each were great. Even if you don’t see a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheater seeing it is a must do. Other stops on the tour had fantastic views and interesting stories. So glad I chose this tour!
Jackie_B, May 2026
Highly recommended tour. MC was an excellent guide who gave us a real insight into the Red Rocks,Buffalo Bill and the surrounding mountains, pitched at just the right level. Our short visit to Golden was wonderful making us wanting to return.
Jill_S, May 2026
This was a wonderful tour of the red rock amphitheater, town of the Golden, and interesting museums. Our tour guide to MC was excellent.
Thomas_H, May 2026
A lot of great Denver history provided along
the way and some great group interaction.
Gable is a terrific guide.
Amanda_Z, Apr 2026
Great overview of red rocks, lookout mtn and Golden, CO from denver. If you're staying anywhere near 16th you can take the free bus to wynkoop and walk to the meetup at Union station in no time flat!
Patricia_L, Apr 2026
Gable was our tour guide and he was incredible! Shared so much knowledge and made sure the ride was part of the enjoyment. He was my favorite tour guide from any we’ve ever had. Highly recommend!!
Robin_G, Apr 2026
This was a great tour!. Mutilple things to do and see and we were able to take our time and not be rushed.
micahel_m, Apr 2026
Gable was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and passionate about the area. Ted Rocks was beautiful. We got to see bison in one of the parks as well as lookout mountain and lunch in Golden, Co
Julie_K, Apr 2026
Great way to visit Red Rocks and see a few sights in the Rocky Mountains when you don't have transportation nor a lot of time. Tour guide, Gable, was very knowledgeable.
Jeanette_F, Apr 2026
I’ve been to red Rocks several times; I take my friends and family there when they visit and this was one of the best times. Gable was great. He was able to bring us up while seeing so much red rocks on the way. Other visits we just drive up and got out with no special views enroute. Gable was entertaining. He knows how to deal with people he’s kind and a great story teller. The views were amazing and we even got to see bison at lookout point. Thank you for making this trip worth it!
Jennifer_H, Apr 2026
The trip was well done. The tour guide Iria was very knowledgeable of red rocks and all the different areas that we went to. They only suggestion is I might allow a little bit more time when we stopped in Golden City it would have been nice to walk around a little bit more
Katherine_G, Apr 2026
Awesome tour! The guide was very friendly and helped us get beautiful photos. This is a great value since you're getting multiple trips and only taking half of your day for this excursion.
Francine_O, Apr 2026
This was my first visit to Colorado and going on this tour let me see a lot more than I would I have on my own. It was definitely a highlight that it snowed! Our guide Jason made the experience fun and very informative/interesting. 😊
Kristine_T, Apr 2026
Traveled alone but with a group of 13. Took the 1pm tour. Our guide Steve was knowledgeable and I learned a bit about the area I wouldn’t have otherwise, but there was a miscommunication about the time the amphitheater closed (due to a concert) so 4 of us did not get to see inside the amphitheater. Imagine coming to Red Rocks and not getting to see the inside!! Security would not let us through the gate with our group. The tour also says food is included on website. We were allowed to purchase food in Golden, but food was not provided by the tour. I was very disappointed overall.
Micaela_S, Apr 2026
Steve was an amazing guide 5/5
The amphitheater security closed red rock at 1:30, we were told we had until 1:45. Bit of a bummer. Also was under the impression we were going to go to the coors brewery and be able to get a drink. That did not happen. Outside of that, everything else was great.
Melinda_L, Apr 2026
Red Rock closes early some days. We were not able to go inside to view the amphitheatre. The rest of the trip was great. The guide was very good.
Tungchin_C, Apr 2026
It is a Simple and great tour. Our tour guide, Brennon, is on time, knowledgeable, and keeps the tour easy and fun. The car is very clean! We recommend this tour!
Diana_L, Apr 2026
Jason is a great guide who was knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, and had a few decent jokes 😄. He took great care of us and personally I learned a lot.
Ashley_B, Apr 2026
This was an amazing tour. Our tour guide Jason was very friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. He truly made the tour enjoyable. From the fun and historical facts to the prompt pickup and drop off. This tour is definitely a must do for any Colorado trip!
Madhavi_R, Apr 2026
Great place to visit. Great experience traveling with the group. It was small and fun. Guide has shared the information related to the place. It was interesting and fun.
Zeljko_P, Apr 2026
Great tour. Can only recommend. Amazing experience where in a 4 hours you leave Denver Downtown and visit some amazing places in the mountains. Tour guide was great!
Margaret_D, Apr 2026
LOVED this tour. Jared was engaging and friendly but, more importantly, he knows his Colorado history & information! The views were fantastic and we would definitely recommend!
Erin_K, Mar 2026
This is a great quick trip to the sights around Denver. It is a perfect mix of a tour interspersed with free time at Red rock and Golden. The timing was perfect and the sights were amazing!
Annakay_T, Mar 2026
MC was amazing, knowledgeable, funny, great company and he provided a memorable experience for our first trip to Denver Colorado!
rwinship, Mar 2026
Highly recommend! Nice way to see Red Rocks, Lookout Mountain and spend some time in Golden. We had a great guide.
Dana_D, Mar 2026
Brennan was fantastic!! We learned so much and saw red rocks in the snow!!'We all decided our tour was the highlight of our trip so far. Highly recommend
Seema_S, Feb 2026
Definitely worth doing! Gabel Patterson was the best guide we have ever had!! It covered more than we could ourselves in 4 hours!!
Ashlie_H, Feb 2026
Aaron was very knowledgeable and fun. I thoroughly enjoyed him as a tour guide! Beautiful scenery and good price!
Anish_G, Feb 2026
Nice quiet idyllic tour to wrap up a five day long Denver vacation, went to the red rocks amphitheater, the town of golden and a couple of lookout spots for great photo ops
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