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Twisted History Tour: Denver True Crime, Scandals & Sinister Stories
Denver True Crime & Dark History Tour Overview
Step into the darker side of the Mile High City on the Twisted History Tour; where true crime, scandal, and Denver’s more shocking stories take center stage on this dark history walking tour for adults and mature teens.
This definitely isn’t your typical history or sightseeing tour. As you explore downtown Denver’s most iconic landmarks, you’ll uncover the hidden stories that rarely make it into guidebooks—gruesome murders, political corruption, red-light secrets, notorious gangs, vice, and some of the city’s most infamous characters.
What is the Denver Twisted History Tour?
This experience blends real history with the kind of jaw-dropping, “did that really happen?!” moments that our past guests can’t stop talking about.
Expect a mix of dark humor, engaging storytelling, and surprising twists that bring Denver’s past to life in a way that’s anything but ordinary. Along the route, you’ll still see the must-visit sights—like Larimer Square and the 16th Street Mall—but through a completely different lens. Beneath Denver's polished surface lies a past filled with vice, violence, and scandal… and we can't wait to share it with you.
Why Travelers Love This Denver True Crime Tour:
✅You don't have to pick between seeing the top landmarks and a darker Denver tour—you get both.
✅Edgy, a little funny, and totally fascinating storytelling
This Tour is Perfect for Travelers Who:
✅Love true crime podcasts, Dateline and 20/20, or documentaries
✅Locals & visitors who want an adult-content walking tour in Denver and something darker, more unusual and more memorable than a standard history tour
✅Like getting insider recommendations for great nearby spots to grab a drink or bite after the tour—because let’s be honest, you might need one after some of these stories
With plenty of time for questions, photos, and one-on-one interaction, you’ll experience more in two hours than you thought possible.
If you’re looking for the most unique, entertaining, and slightly twisted tour in Denver—this is it.
Denver Twisted History Tour Details:
Departure Time:
Late afternoon/Happy Hour
Departure time depends on season.
May-October:
2-3 days/week
Duration:
2 hours
Difficulty:
Easy, flat, plenty of stops
1.2 miles
Additional Twisted History Tour Info:
Meeting Place:
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The flagpole in front of Union Station. The flagpole is located on the west corner of 17th and Wynkoop.
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Be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time to ensure you don't miss the tour. Tours do start and depart on time.
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Union Station: 1701 Wynkoop St. Denver, CO 80202.
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Tours operate rain, snow, or shine and when events are happening at or around Union Station.
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Your local tour guide/driver will be wearing a neon yellow Discover Denver Tours shirt and will arrive at least 5-10 minutes before your tour's scheduled departure time.
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In less than perfect weather, your local guide will be carrying a small green Denver Walking Tours sign.
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Denver Twisted History Tours are wheelchair and stroller accessible, but if there was a recent snowfall or ice accumulation it can make it more difficult and discretion is advised.
Age Requirement:
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This tour is ages 16+. If you have a younger guest who wants to participate, please contact our office or consider booking a private tour.
Odds & Ends:
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Please bring: A camera for some great pics of the Denver sights, a drink or snack (optional), and be ready to have fun!
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You will be outside, so don't forget to dress in layers and prepare appropriately for Colorado's ever-changing weather.
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Please plan on using a restroom prior to coming to the tour, as there are very limited public restrooms along this Denver tour route.
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Seeing Denver's twisted, darker side is a great activity for locals & your visiting family and friends!
Pricing:
$32 per guest
Denver True Crime & Dark History Tour Itinerary
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Tour Start: Union Station's amazing architecture in the shadows of threats & conspiracies
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The historic Oxford Hotel - ghosts, speakeasy and murder...
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Denver's infamous former Red Light District: must-see Market Street
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Explore LoDo's famous Larimer Square - the hidden secrets of LoDo
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The Cherry Creek - tales and ties to the Wild West
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Skyline Park and the Sand Creek Massacre
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Tabor Opera House - rags to riches to rags story
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The iconic Daniels & Fisher Clocktower, a Denver landmark
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The Secret Underground Tunnels of the Mile High City
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The House of Mirrors - legends and mystery
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The can't miss Dairy Block & Denver Milk Market area - home to Denver's oldest cold case
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The brand-new McGregor Square - where Denver's old Chinatown once stood
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Twisted History Tour tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date. unless the ticket type purchased explicitly has a flexible cancellation policy.
Twisted History Tour FAQs:
Q: What is the Twisted History Tour in Denver?
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The Twisted History Tour is a 2-hour Denver true crime and dark history walking tour exploring the city's stories of murder, scandal, corruption, vice, notorious gangs, mysteries and other shocking events. The tour combines these darker stories with major downtown Denver and LoDo landmarks, giving you a very different perspective on the city.
Q: Is the Denver Twisted History Tour appropriate for all ages?
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No. The Twisted History Tour is an adult-content walking tour for ages 16 and older. The tour covers true crime, murder, violence, corruption, vice and other mature subject matter that may not be appropriate for younger children.
Q: How is the Twisted History Tour different from the Ghost Tour?
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The Twisted History Tour focuses primarily on real Denver true crime, scandal, corruption, vice, notorious characters and dark history. The Denver After Dark/Ghost Tour focuses more on ghosts, legends, hauntings, mystery and supernatural stories. Both tours explore Denver after dark, but the Twisted History Tour is the better choice if you're specifically interested in true crime and real historical events.
Q: Where does the Twisted History Tour start in Denver?
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The Twisted History Tour starts at Denver Union Station, at the flagpole on the west intersection of 17th Street and Wynkoop Street. The address is 1701 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time because the tour leaves on time.
Q: How much does the Twisted History Tour cost?
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The Twisted History Tour costs $32 per guest. The tour lasts approximately two hours and covers about 1.2 miles through downtown Denver and LoDo.
Q: Is the Twisted History Tour a true crime walking tour?
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Yes. True crime is one of the central themes of the Twisted History Tour. You'll hear real stories involving murders, corruption, Denver's former red-light district, notorious gangs, cold cases and other crimes and scandals from the city's history.
Q: How far does the Denver Twisted History Tour walk?
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The Twisted History Tour covers approximately 1.2 miles over about two hours. The route is easy and mostly flat, with frequent stops for storytelling, questions and photos.
Q: Where does the Twisted History Tour end?
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The Twisted History Tour ends at McGregor Square, at 1901 Wazee Street. The ending location is approximately one block from Denver Union Station, where the tour begins.
Q: Is the Twisted History Tour good for true crime fans?
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Yes. The tour is particularly well suited to people who enjoy true crime podcasts, documentaries, historical mysteries and stories about notorious crimes and characters. It combines real Denver history with the darker stories behind the city's landmarks.
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Maia H. "I had a great time on the walking tour with Cami as my tour guide! Informative, fun, and a great way to learn and see lots of Denver when you’re short on time. Thanks, Cami!." Read full testimonial.
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