Top Colorado Dining Experiences

Eat your way through downtown Denver's ever-changing dining scene on a walking food tour that lets you sample five of the best restaurants in town, all in one afternoon. Discover award-winning eateries, authentic Neapolitan pizza, freshly baked empanadas from a family-owned shop and more. In between bites, learn about Denver's Wild West history and pass landmarks like the baseball field and iconic Union Station.

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.

Enjoy a unique option for evening entertainment in Fort Collins—and put your detective skills to the test—when you attend this interactive murder mystery game. In the evening, make your way to the Fort Collins venue and get ready to play a sleuth: The culprit of the murder will be incognito in the dining room, and it’s your task to help locate them—and avoid being named a suspect yourself.

Enjoy a meal like no other when you attend this fun-filled and interactive murder mystery dinner theater. Book your spots in advance to guarantee your entry, and make your own way to the Colorado Springs venue. You won’t just enjoy a gourmet, 4-course meal—you’ll also be accompanied by performers in disguise, and will see if you can identify the murderer before the night is through.

Combine a visit to the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak with a trip on the Cog Railway with this tour from Denver. Your driver will pick you up at Union Station and take you to the Garden of the Gods, where you'll explore for a bit before taking the railway up to Pikes Peak. You'll then have time to visit Manitou Springs before returning to Denver.

Put yourself at the center of a sleuthing case at Denver’s Dinner Detective murder mystery theater. Witness the drama unfold in real-time as you and other unsuspecting diners solve clues and help crack the case, all while feasting on a delicious meal. Unlike traditional murder mystery shows, non-costumed actors in the crowd help create an element of surprise during this darkly comic interactive experience.

Discover the best of the Rocky Mountain National Park on a guided full-day tour. Park entrance, along with round-trip transportation from Denver or Boulder is conveniently included. Set at a moderate pace, the hike 4-mile (6.4-km) is perfect for people with some experience who also want to take time to appreciate the scenery.

Go beyond Garden of the Gods and sink into Colorado Springs’ explosive culinary scene. Visit several incredible restaurants and boutique food shops in downtown Colorado Springs, learning about the city’s history along the way, from Pikes Peak to the gold rush and beyond. This tour combines the best of all worlds—art, history, and food—guided by a true local’s perspective.

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Juwanza brings authentic pasta-making techniques to a trendy local distillery where guests can relax, learn new skills and enjoy an elevated social night out in the heart of Colorado Springs. Your experience begins with crafting fresh pasta dough from semolina flour, eggs and olive oil before learning how to knead, roll and shape pasta completely by hand. While the pasta cooks, Chef Juwanza will guide you through building two rich homemade sauces: a velvety Alfredo with garlic and Parmesan and a slow-inspired Bolognese layered with tomatoes, onions, carrots and savory ground meat. Finish by pairing your pasta with the sauce of your choice and enjoying the homemade Italian meal you created from scratch. This beginner-friendly class includes all fresh ingredients, professional cooking tools and approachable guidance designed to make every guest feel confident in the kitchen.

Immerse yourself in Denver's dynamic culinary landscape with this Food Walking Tour, where you'll explore iconic landmarks and uncover hidden treasures. Led by a knowledgeable guide, indulge in dishes from award-winning restaurants and family-owned shops, gaining insider knowledge along the way. This tour promises an authentic taste of Denver’s food culture, perfect for adventurous eaters and gourmet connoisseurs alike. With every stop, enjoy memorable encounters with local traditions and vibrant flavors, creating an experience that celebrates Denver’s diverse culinary heritage while offering a unique way to explore the city.

Spoil yourself—and combine wellness with indulgence in one visit—at this private spa and sauna experience with a dedicated craft beer theme. Sit back and indulge with an infrared sauna, rain shower, and beer-inspired hydrotherapy tub filled with ingredients typically used in brewing. While you pamper, sip craft beer, wine, or soft drinks—extra cost.

Fresh pasta has a way of making an ordinary day feel a little more Italian. Hosted at a Colorado Springs wine bar, this hands-on cooking experience puts you in front of the mixing bowl instead of the takeout menu. Under Chef Juwanza's guidance, you'll learn pasta-making from scratch, starting with a dough made from semolina flour, eggs and olive oil. You'll practice kneading, shaping and preparing fresh pasta while learning techniques that build confidence in the kitchen. Then you'll transform your handmade pasta into two classic dishes. Simmer a hearty Spaghetti Bolognese with ground meat, tomatoes, onions and carrots, and prepare a creamy Fettuccine Alfredo with butter, garlic, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Expect flour on your hands, incredible aromas in the air and plenty of hands-on fun. Chef Juwanza keeps every step approachable, whether you're new to pasta-making or looking to sharpen your skills. Leave knowing exactly how to recreate pasta night from scratch.

Dive into the authentic flavors of Japanese sushi with Chef Juwanza in this interactive cooking class. Begin by preparing sushi rice with seasoning vinegar, then practice knife skills to chop fresh vegetables, tuna and crab for your fillings. On the menu: a California roll layered with avocado, cucumber, cream cheese and kanikama, plus a spicy tuna roll with just the right amount of heat. Chef Juwanza will show you how to roll tightly, slice cleanly and plate beautifully so your creations taste as good as they look. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to boost their kitchen confidence, this class ends with a delicious, handmade sushi feast. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Come to the land of the mountains in Twin Lakes, Colorado. We will be cooking out of a casita in the foothills of Twin Lakes. We will be preparing food that is local and derived from this area and region. Come learn new techniques and enjoy some quaint atmosphere and lovely food.

This overnight camping excursion gives you access to a plethora of local trails and the closest camping to the Flatirons. Access to a personalized hiking and camping expedition in Boulder. Want to kick back and relax? Ideal for solo travelers or couples who want to alleviate the stress of planning and flying/travelling with camping equipment. To top it off, all transportation and food is provided during the duration of the trip.

Enjoy a bespoke hiking experience during this private, full-day tour through Rocky Mountain National Park. Follow a customized, easy-to-moderate trail through the mountains. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off from Denver or Boulder. Tours include snacks, bottled water, and optional snowshoes as needed. Lunch is not provided from November through May.

Maximize your time in Colorado on this private day trip visiting two of the state's top natural attractions. After leaving Denver, head to Garden of the Gods, known for its dramatic rock formations. Following a stop for lunch in Manitou Springs (own expense), continue to Pikes Peak, the highest summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains.

There’s no better way to experience Durango than this tour, combining the city’s history, nature, and culinary scene. You and your crew will tackle the largest zipline course in the world, break for lunch up in the trees’ canopy, and hop on an ecology tour. Last but not least, Durango is home to a narrow-gauge railroad, and you’ll ride a first-class train car to and from your adventure.