Booze and ghosts go together in LoDo. This 2.5-hour night walk is built around a max-10 group and costumed guides who turn Denver’s bar scene into a spooky storytelling circuit. I like that the stops are the kind you can actually picture and revisit later. One catch: you’ll be buying your own drinks, since alcohol is not included.

The tour starts at 7:30 pm at 1400 Market St and finishes near 1701 Wynkoop St, close to Union Station, with a guide happy to walk you back a couple blocks if you ask. It’s a straightforward evening stroll with a moderate fitness level requirement, and you must be 21+ with a valid photo ID (some bars may not accept vertical IDs).

Key things I’d circle before you go

• Small-group cap (10 travelers max): You get more back-and-forth instead of a speech you can’t hear.
• Costumed guide + real bar settings: Stories land better when you’re standing where they happened.
• LoDo’s name-brand stops: Larimer Square, the Cruise Room Bar, The Celtic on Market, and Union Station.
• Basement access at The Celtic: One stop includes time underground for added atmosphere.
• Two-level Nola Jane visit: You’ll see more than one room and hear about the place’s past activity.
• Ends near Union Station: Easy to keep exploring after the tour without getting stranded.

LoDo at night: what this Denver ghost-and-booze walk really is

This is a Lower Downtown (LoDo) walking tour with a simple promise: you’ll hear ghost stories while you move through historic nightlife spots. You’re not paying for a stage show. You’re paying for a guided route through the kinds of places where Denver’s nightlife grew—then letting a costumed storyteller connect the dots with spooky lore.

The vibe is part history, part entertainment, and part social. If you enjoy bar-hopping, this is the cleaner way to do it: you’ll know where you’re going, why it matters, and what to listen for. The group cap helps a lot. When there are fewer people, the pacing feels more human, and questions don’t get swallowed.

Also, you’ll be walking at night in a compact downtown area. That means the “haunted” part isn’t just audio. It’s streetlights, old buildings, and the feeling of being in the right neighborhood at the right hour.

Price and value: $37.59 for 2.5 hours (and why the drink policy matters)

At $37.59 per person for about 2 hours 30 minutes, this tour prices itself as an affordable evening activity—especially for a guided, capped small group. What you’re really getting for the money is not just stories. You’re getting:

• a costumed guide leading the whole route
• multiple historic bar stops where you’re guided through the space
• short, timed story segments at several well-known LoDo locations

One value point people can miss: many stops are structured as free admission ticket moments (you’re not paying extra at each venue). So if you like the idea of “a tour with places built into it,” this format works well.

The key consideration is the alcohol policy. The tour includes bar time and drink opportunities, but alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, not included. If you’re the type who plans on multiple cocktails, you’ll want to budget for that up front.

My practical advice: treat this like a guided night out, then decide your drink limit before you arrive. That way the total cost stays in your control.

Where you start at 1400 Market St, and how the route flows

You’ll meet at 1400 Market St, Denver, CO 80202 at 7:30 pm. The walk continues through LoDo and finishes at 1701 Wynkoop St, also in LoDo, with the tour ending a couple of blocks from the start area near Union Station.

There’s one extra route detail that helps set expectations: the tour passes near Daniels and Fisher Tower. That’s a nice “oh wow” moment because it gives your night walk a Denver landmark feel before you settle fully into the bar stops.

Walking reality check

This is a nighttime walking tour, not a bus tour. The provided fitness guidance is “moderate physical fitness.” If you’ve got mobility constraints, you’ll want to consider the uneven sidewalks and the number of short hops between venues. Bring comfortable shoes and plan on standing during story sections.

Night transport

The tour is near public transportation. That matters because an evening activity is only as good as the exit plan. If you’re done after the tour, you likely won’t need to wrestle with a long ride back across town.

Larimer Square and the early spooky tone

Your first major stop is Larimer Square, one of Denver’s most recognizable historic squares. Here, the guide sets the spooky tone with stories tied to the area’s past. You’ll get about 30 minutes in this early segment, and it’s designed to get everyone oriented: who’s around, what neighborhood you’re in, and why these buildings carry stories.

This is also where you’ll start to feel the tour’s “this is a guided night” rhythm. Some ghost tours rush straight into the scary stuff. This one eases in. That can be a plus if you like your spooky evening served with context.

If you want a quick way to judge the guide’s style early, this is it. A strong storyteller will use Larimer Square to shape how the rest of the night sounds in your head.

Oxford Hotel area: lobby and Cruise Room energy

As you move along the route, you’ll visit the Oxford Hotel as part of the guided experience. The key is that you don’t just hear about it—you get to see the lobby area and a space called the Cruise Room. This matters because the Oxford Hotel setting gives the stories a grounded, physical stage.

Then you’ll reach the Cruise Room Bar stop, with around 15 minutes to explore and hear about the place’s ghosts. That shorter time slot is deliberate. It keeps the flow moving while you get a focused “this place, this story” moment.

One practical benefit: bar stops break the walking up. Between story beats, you get a chance to reset your legs, look around, and decide whether you want a drink at that point.

The Celtic on Market: where the basement stories add weight

The Celtic on Market is one of the biggest “atmosphere” stops on the walk. You start with stories about the venue’s history and ghosts, then you’ll be taken down to the basement for added storytelling time (about 30 minutes total at this stop).

Going underground changes the whole mood. Even if you’re not trying to be convinced by paranormal claims, the environment itself does the work: darker space, echoing sounds, and that sense of stepping into a different part of the building than the street sees.

If you like tours that use place-based details instead of generic scare tactics, this is a highlight. It’s the kind of stop that makes you remember the layout of the building afterward.

Nola Jane: exploring two levels and choosing your drink window

Next up is Nola Jane Restaurant & Bar. You’ll get time to explore both levels of the historic building, with the guide explaining ghostly activity connected to the place while you’re there.

This stop runs about 30 minutes. That timing is useful because it gives you a realistic chance to sit, stand, and decide how you want the experience to feel. Want a slower moment with a drink while you listen? This is the natural place to do it.

As with the other bars, alcoholic beverages are for purchase. The tour is built for you to buy what you like, not to receive a drink included with the ticket. If you’re doing a “one drink and done” strategy, Nola Jane is still a good stop because the storytelling keeps your attention.

Union Station: finishing with a classic Denver landmark

Your final storytelling location is Denver Union Station. Expect about 15 minutes here, focused on ghost stories at this iconic stop.

The value of ending at Union Station is simple: it’s a strong landmark, and it’s easy to keep your night going afterward without backtracking across town. If you like the idea of finishing a tour and then hopping into another nearby plan (dinner, a second bar, or just a late-night wander), this ending point supports that.

Also, Union Station’s presence gives the tour a “close the loop” feeling. You start with LoDo squares and bar lore, then end at the grand rail hub that helped shape the city’s growth.

Guides: what different storytellers bring to the same route

The tour is led by a costumed guide, and the guide style seems to matter a lot. In the guide names I’ve seen associated with this tour, you’ll find people like Rachel, Josh, Tammy, Noah, Brynn, Brin, and Bryn. The common thread in what stands out is pacing: guides keep the night fun while watching the comfort level of the group.

Some guides are heavy on linking the bars to early Denver stories. Others emphasize the supernatural angle more. Either way, the structure keeps you moving between stops, so you’re not stuck waiting through a long monologue.

If you’re booking with friends or a date, the guide’s performance can make or break the night. Look for a guide who can handle questions and who can vary tone. The best ones do both.

Who should book this ghost booze walk in LoDo (and who might not)

This tour is a strong fit if:

• you want a guided way to experience LoDo nightlife
• you enjoy ghost stories tied to actual places, not just vague legends
• you like a small-group night out (max 10) rather than a big crowd tour

It’s also a good choice for locals who want a different way to “see their city.” The route covers well-known spots, but the storytelling gives you a new angle on them.

I’d reconsider if:

• you dislike walking at night and prefer seated activities
• you don’t want to spend extra on drinks, since alcohol is not included
• you’re expecting nonstop super-scary encounters with major paranormal events (this is still a nightlife-and-lore walking format)

Should you book? My quick decision guide

Book this tour if you want an entertaining evening that combines LoDo’s bar scene with structured, stop-by-stop ghost stories. The value is in the guided pacing, the small group size, and the variety of locations, from Larimer Square to The Celtic’s basement to Union Station.

Skip or pick something else if budgeting for drinks would stress you out or if walking downtown at night sounds like a hassle. Also, if you need a totally fear-forward experience with no history-and-story blend, this route might feel too balanced toward lore.

If you’re flexible, bring good shoes, and set your drink budget ahead of time, this is a fun way to spend a night in Denver’s most “out for the evening” neighborhood.

FAQ

How long is the Denver Haunted Booze and Boos ghost walking tour (Lower Downtown)?

It lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.

What’s the price per person?

The price is $37.59 per person.

How big is the group?

This experience has a maximum of 10 travelers.

Where do you meet, and where does the tour end?

You start at 1400 Market St, Denver, CO 80202 and end at 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202. The tour ends a couple of blocks from the starting area near Union Station, and the guide can walk guests back to the starting point upon request.

Do I need to be 21+?

Yes. You must be 21+ and bring a valid photo ID. Vertical IDs may not be accepted in every bar, so bringing an alternate ID is advisable.

Are drinks included?

No. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, but they are not included in the tour price.

What happens if the tour is canceled due to weather?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled because of poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.