Red Rocks & Beyond
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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 travelers 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 travelers
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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 1,593 reviews
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
Marc_B, Feb 2026
Jared was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable both in the spaces we visited and in between providing color along the way. Timing was reliably spot on (start, end, stops) and we covered a lot of ground which was perfect for a half day tour.
Kathleen_C, Jan 2026
Aaron was excellent. Listen to groups needs and detoured to see wildlife as requested. I would Ask for him every time.
Shamira_K, Jan 2026
Great short and sweet trip, not a long drive.
Guide named Aaron was exceptional. Van was clean and nice. A must do.
Paul_W, Jan 2026
The amphitheater as described and is a must see. Golden better than expected with lots to see or just sit for a drink.
Anthony_R, Jan 2026
Great way to spend half a day in the Denver area. Managed to see so much within a short period of time. Our tour guide, Jason, was great - very engaging and informative, and did a great job of keeping us on schedule. Would highly recommend this program if you are in the area for a short period of time and/or are unfamiliar with the area.
Amanda_E, Jan 2026
Brennon was awesome at giving us a great tour. Was very knowledgeable about the Amphitheatre, Buffalo Bills history and the history of Golden. He had great suggestions as to where to get a snack and what to skip. Would go on another tour in a heartbeat. If you are on the fence, DO IT! You won’t regret it!
Marla_K, Dec 2025
The trip was canceled because not enough people signed up. They did offer other excursions, but did not fit with the rest of my plans. I was only in town for a weekend and had other things planned but the excursion to Red Rocks and Golden was the thing I was looking forward to doing.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We’re truly sorry that the tour was canceled due to low participation, especially knowing how much you were looking forward to visiting Red Rocks and Golden during your short stay. While we always do our best to operate every scheduled tour, occasional minimum group requirements are necessary. We appreciate your flexibility in considering alternative excursions, and we regret that they didn’t align with your plans. We hope you’ll have another opportunity to return to Denver and join us in the future.
Joni_F, Dec 2025
This was a great tour to see the highlights in a short amount of time. Rico was a GREAT guide - he was courteous, patient, had great delivery and grasp of the area and the history.
We even saw Bison which was amazing. I recommended this tour to several colleagues at my conference.
Stuart_J, Dec 2025
Trip was cancelled so we did not get the chance to see the red rocks or go to Golden Colorado either.
Nicole_C, Nov 2025
Our tour guide was wonderful and knowledgeable. We had just enough time at each stop. It was doable with my 84 year old mother. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. It was beautiful.
Karen_C, Nov 2025
This experience was truly exceptional. The small-group format made all the difference—it allowed us to visit several stops, ask plenty of questions, and really connect with our guide. Jed was incredibly knowledgeable about every area we visited, and his insights added so much richness to the day.
The weather was perfect, and Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre were absolutely breathtaking. The landscape felt like a blend of Uluru in Australia and the Grand Canyon, with a touch of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. The views were stunning and helped us appreciate the beauty of the region from multiple perspectives.
This was my first time in Denver, and we booked several excursions to get a true sense of the city. This tour quickly became one of our favorites. We especially loved our stop in Golden—a quaint, friendly town—where we had the best pizza we have ever tasted at Atomic Cowboy, home of Fat Sully’s NY Pizza. Our waitress, Savannah, was wonderful, and the whole experience made the stop even more memorable.
We thoroughly enjoyed the pace of the tour. There was just the right amount of time at each location, making it easy to explore, take photos, learn about the area, and even meet a few fellow travelers. We visited in November, which meant cooler weather but fewer crowds—absolutely worth it.
I even purchased my Golden Rock Mountain t-shirt, which I will proudly wear as a reminder of an unforgettable day.
Do not think twice about booking this experience—just do it. You will not regret it.
Catherine_L, Nov 2025
A fun half day excursion! The Red Rocks amphitheater, Lookout Mountain and little town of Golden were great. Our guide offered good facts about all the places we visited. Highly recommend.
Yvette_Y, Nov 2025
The experience was nice the tour guide Gable was awesome he was very safe and informative he really enjoyed making the experience one to remember.
Amy_P, Nov 2025
Loved this tour. the view from lookout mountain and the drive along lariat loop was amazing. I enjoyed listening to all of the history our tour guide shared with us along the way. Not just about red rocks et al but the city of Denver as well. It was a great way to see a lot of sights in a short amount of time.
Theresa_O, Nov 2025
Great trip. Sites were amazing. Driver was the best, entertaining, and knowledgeable!! Thanks for a great day!
Dorothy_W, Nov 2025
A great 4 hour adventure not far from downtown Denver. Our terrific guide, Jason, kept things fun and friendly as he showed us the highlights of Red Rocks Park, Overlook Mountain and the charming town of Golden. Full of historic details, little known back stories, funny jokes and a specially prepared playlist, Jason made it an entertaining trip against the backdrop of gorgeous Colorado scenery. Lots of view points and wildlife viewing (I’d recommend the early morning trip to maximize the chances) as Jason expertly maneuvered us along the curves through the foothills. Can’t think of a more enjoyable way to spend a few hours outside the city environs.
Mark_J, Nov 2025
Jerry S was a great guide! He was informative, interesting and helpful. We enjoyed our afternoon with him learning about the area.
Veronica_G, Nov 2025
Jason was a great tour guide! Lots of knowledge and background info on the sites we visited and it was not boring at all! He’s a great storyteller.
Kathryn_M, Nov 2025
It was a perfect afternoon of seeing sights and having free time to explore Golden for shopping and food.
James_F, Nov 2025
Gable did a great job, he was a friendly & informative guide. He was on the lookout for bison & when they were spotted, was able to pull over to allow us to take pictures. Perfect way to see 3 interesting sights in one four hour trip. Red Rocks is a must see. Gorgeous views from Lookout Mountain. Golden is very scenic & walkable, with nature, shops, & restaurants.
Genevieve_P, Oct 2025
MC was great! Try to avoid Larry as a guide if you can. The tour was fantastic. MC was so knowledgeable about everything! We had some unruly tour companions that didn’t care much for my friends smoking but hey you can’t choose your tour mates. Other than that everything was great! Highly recommend!
Kelly_M, Oct 2025
Even though we hit a day that the theatre was not available to tour due to performance sound checks, I did not feel cheated in the least. I was surprised with the look out loop on the way down to Golden. Don't over research . Just do it. Be amazed.
Joanne_G, Oct 2025
Red rock was beautiful. Would have like longer than 45 minutes to see. Quaint town of Golden. Good bit of walking.
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