Craft beer + Denver history
LoDo Craft Beer Tour
A guided walking tour of craft beer spots in LoDo, Denver’s original downtown.
★★★★★
“If you are in Denver take the LoDo Microbrew Tour to enjoy local beers and learn about the area too.”
Greg S., Google review
1 / 11
- Takes about 2.5 hours
- About 1 mile of easy walking
- 10+ samples (about 4 oz each) at 3 spots
- Ages 21+, bring your ID
About the tour
LoDo (short for Lower Downtown) is where Denver started in 1858. Today its brick warehouses are full of breweries, restaurants and rooftop bars, a few blocks from Union Station and Coors Field.
On this tour, one of our guides walks you through the neighborhood and pours you 10+ beer samples (about 4 oz each) at 3 spots along the way. You’ll learn how to taste beer like a beer snob, with no beer knowledge required, and pick up some Denver history between pours.
It’s about 2.5 hours and an easy mile of walking, and you’ll go home with a souvenir tasting glass. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon in Denver, whether it’s your first visit or you live here and have never done it.
LoDo has been featured in the New York Times’ “36 Hours in Denver” and Condé Nast Traveler’s best things to do in Denver. This tour is how you see it with a local.
What’s included in the tour
Included
- A local guide for about 2.5 hours
- 10+ beer samples (about 4 oz each) at 3 LoDo spots
- Denver history between pours
- A souvenir tasting glass to take home
Not included
- Food (eat beforehand)
- Tip for your guide
- Transportation (it’s a walking tour)
What you’ll do on this LoDo brewery tour
1. Meet your guide
We start at Wynkoop Brewing Company, Colorado’s first brewpub, opened in 1988 by a group that included future governor John Hickenlooper. You’ll meet your guide and the rest of the group over your first tasting.
2. Learn how to taste beer like a beer snob
Taste your way through different styles, from crisp lagers to hoppy IPAs.
3. Walk through old Denver
Between pours you’ll walk the streets where Denver began, past Union Station, old brick warehouses and the murals of the Dairy Block.
4. Visit 2 more spots
- An award-winning Colorado brewery
- One of Denver’s newest breweries, started by two long-time Denver brewers
5. Take home your glass
You keep your souvenir tasting glass, and your guide can point you to good spots for the rest of your trip.
Breweries can change from day to day. Your confirmation email has the details.
What you might drink
A signature amber
Rail Yard Ale, the flagship at Colorado’s first brewpub.
A stout with a story
The Rocky Mountain Oyster Stout started as an April Fools’ joke. Ask what’s in it.
A gold-medal pilsner
An Italian pils that took gold at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival.
Something you won’t find at home
Think Japanese-style rice lagers and Aussie pale ales from one of Denver’s newest breweries.
Beers change with the seasons. Your guide picks what’s pouring best that day.
Don’t take our word for it
★★★★★
“Sara was knowledgeable and gave so much great info that actually changed my opinion on a few craft styles. If you are in Denver take the LoDo Microbrew Tour to enjoy local beers and learn about the area too.”
Greg S. Google · Jul 2026
★★★★★
“Great tour! …our guide gave us details on the history of each of them as well as the city history on the walk between them. We were provided tastings of 10 different beers of varying styles along the way, all of which were excellent. Definitely recommend!”
Scott S. Google · Sep 2026
★★★★★
“This was a fun afternoon doing a true Denver experience… many of which I would not have ordered on my own. Lots of great information about beer, brewing process, and Denver history.”
Kirsten L.
TripAdvisor · Sep 2026
★★★★★
“Found parking in Music Garage & arrived 10 min early as suggested. Sara was friendly & informative, created a fun atmosphere, & chose a fantastic variety of beers!”
Cait L. Google · Aug 2026
Not everyone in your group a beer fan?
That’s more common than you’d think. Plenty of our guests come along with a partner or friend who’s the beer fan, and they end up having just as much fun.
- Someone not into beer? Their guide will help them find a style they like, from light and crisp to fruity and sour. Still not their thing? We’ll do our best to find something else, like wine or a cocktail.
- Someone not drinking? Most of the breweries we visit have non-alcoholic options.
- Someone gluten-free? Let us know when you book and we’ll take care of them.
“I’m not a beer drinker and I still loved the experience!”
“We had a gluten free person and a designated driver in our party and they happily accommodated.”
Denver locals, running beer tours since 2009.
We hire people who know beer and love people. Our guides know the neighborhood, and they’re happy to tell you where to eat and drink for the rest of your trip.
When & where
Schedule
Fridays and Sundays at 3:15 PM
Saturdays at 12:00 PM and 3:15 PM
About 2.5 hours
Other days? Private tours run any day of the week.
Meeting point
Wynkoop Brewing Company
1634 18th St, Denver, CO 80202
Union Station is two blocks away, so it’s an easy walk from light rail or the A Line.
Parking: the Music Garage (1615 18th St) is right across the street. Street meters max out at 2 hours, which is shorter than the tour, but street parking is free on Sundays. More parking tips
Hey there!
I started Denver Microbrew Tour in 2009, between engineering degrees at the Colorado School of Mines. Since then we’ve shown thousands of people around Denver’s breweries, and more than 2,600 of them have left us reviews.
Whether you’re a beer nerd or just along for the ride, we’ll make sure you have a great afternoon. Give us a call at 303-578-9548 if you have any questions.
Hope to see you out there!
Cheers,
Steve Schneiter
Founder, Denver Microbrew Tour
LoDo brewery tour FAQ
Do I need to be a beer expert?
No. Your guide explains everything as you go, from what’s in your glass to how it got made, so you don’t need any beer vocabulary. If you homebrew or know your styles, tell your guide and they’ll go deeper on ingredients, brewing methods and the beers worth seeking out. Even beer nerds who’d already been to every brewery on the tour have told us they loved it.
How much beer is included?
10+ samples, about 4 oz each, at 3 spots over about 2.5 hours.
Do I need to be 21?
Yes. Everyone must be 21 or older with a valid ID. Many of the breweries don’t allow minors, so kids can’t join.
What if it rains or snows?
Rain, shine or snow, we go. Denver weather changes fast, so dress for it. The breweries are warm and dry.
Is food included?
No. Some breweries sell snacks, so have a light meal before the tour.
What if I don’t drink beer or need gluten-free?
Most of the breweries have non-alcoholic options. Gluten-free beer isn’t available at every stop, so let us know when you book and your guide will make sure you have something good to drink.
How much walking is there?
About a mile at an easy pace, broken up by the brewery stops.
Can I bring my dog?
We love dogs too, but the breweries on this tour don’t allow them inside. Leave the pup at home this time.
What’s the cancellation policy?
Refunds or date changes up to 72 hours before your tour, and date changes or gift certificates up to 12 hours before. Full cancellation policy.
What happens after I book?
You’ll get a confirmation email right away with the meeting spot and everything you need to know. We’ll also text you on the day of your tour. Just show up at Wynkoop Brewing Company a few minutes early.
Can I book a private tour?
Yes. Private tours run any day for birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties and company outings. See private tours.
$55 per person
Fri 3:15p | Sat 12:00p & 3:15p | Sun 3:15p
About 2.5 hours · Starts at Wynkoop Brewing
- Free cancellation up to 72 hours before
- Great Experience Guarantee
- Rain or shine, walking tour
★★★★★
Great fun, good beer and good amount of Denver history along the way.
Christopher O., Google review
Questions? Call or text 303-578-9548
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