DOWNTOWN DENVER FOOD TOUR

Starts at $80

3 Hours

5 Tastings

1-4 pm Daily

What’s Included

5 Tastings at Award-Winning Local Restaurants

Local Foodie Guide

3 Alcoholic Drink Pairings (optional $30 add-on)

Fun Stories About Denver’s History

Insider’s Guide to Denver Dining

Come see why Zagat ranked Denver the 4th Hottest Food City in America.

Taste unique and delicious dishes from award-winning local restaurants and learn fun history about the Mile High City on this signature downtown Denver walking food tour.

You will taste authentic Neapolitan pizza certified by Italy’s AVPN, award-winning from-scratch Colorado green chili, fluffy baked empanadas from a family-owned shop, Southwestern fusion cuisine on the brand new Dairy Block, and a sweet treat from a James Beard award-winning chef inside the historic Union Station.*

In between tastings, your local food tour guide will share stories about Denver’s history and architecture. From secret tunnels to world-famous bordellos, learn just how wild the west was in the city’s early days.

You’ll also visit historic sites and city landmarks like the iconic Union Station, the brand new Dairy Block, the baseball stadium and Denver’s oldest hotel.

Upgrade when booking your ticket for an additional $30, and you’ll enjoy three alcoholic drink pairings with your tour.

*Tastings are subject to change.

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Campagna pizza at Marco's Coal Fired Pizzeria on downtown food tour with delicious denver food tours

Woodfired Pizza

Housemade Limoncello

Housemade Limoncello

empanadas on 16th street mall food tour with delicious denver food tours

Baked Empanada

Malbec Wine

Malbec Wine

Colorado Green Chile

Colorado Green Chile

Pork Belly Taco

margaritas with lime garnishes from kachina on downtown food tour

Margarita

Pastel de nata

Custard Tart

Where does this tour meet?

 

Your tour meets inside Marco’s Coal Fired Pizzeria – Ballpark Location at 2129 Larimer St., just steps from Coors Field.

⚠️ Important: Marco’s has more than one location, so be sure you’re headed to the Ballpark location downtown — not the Tech Center.

When you arrive, head inside and look for your guide wearing an orange “Delicious Denver Food Tours” button. They’ll be ready to welcome you!

Where should I park?

There are a number of paid parking lots near the the tour meeting point at Marco’s Coal Fired Pizzeria (Ballpark Location). If you would prefer to park along the route or closer to the last tasting, see other parking options here.

Important: The lot next to Marco’s is only free for restaurant guests while dining. If you park there for the full tour, you risk being towed — and nobody wants to end their food tour that way.

Is there transportation provided on this tour?

Nope — our tours are all walking tours, and that’s part of the fun.

You’ll meet your guide at the starting location and stroll from stop to stop, tasting your way through the city. Each route covers less than a mile at a relaxed pace, with plenty of breaks.

Why walking? It lets us explore neighborhoods up close — see the street art, meet the chefs, peek down hidden alleys, and soak in the city’s vibe between bites. It’s not just about the food — it’s about the whole Denver experience.

How much food is served?

Plenty! This tour includes five tastings from award-winning, locally-owned restaurants, and together they add up to a satisfying lunch for most guests.

You’ll sample a variety of dishes — think of it as a progressive meal, with each stop adding something new to the story (and your appetite).

Come hungry, but don’t worry — we won’t leave you stuffed and sluggish. Just pleasantly full and very happy.

Where does this tour end?

The tour wraps up with dessert inside Denver’s historic Union Station at 1701 Wynkoop St. — a beautiful and iconic spot to finish.

It’s a 12-minute walk from the starting point at Marco’s Coal Fired Pizzeria. If you’d prefer a shorter walk after the tour, consider parking midway along the route or closer to Union Station. You’ll still have time to stroll back or hop in a rideshare afterward.

What areas of town will I visit on this tour?

You’ll get a taste of several of Denver’s most iconic districts — both culinary and historic.

We’ll walk through:

  • Lower Downtown (LoDo) — the city’s oldest and most storied neighborhood

  • The Ballpark District, home to Coors Field and a growing food scene

  • Union Station, where we end with dessert in one of Denver’s most beautiful landmarks

Along the way, you’ll see city highlights like Coors Field, McGregor Square, the Dairy Block, Denver’s first brewpub, and more — all while learning about the city’s past, present, and delicious future.

How much walking is there on this tour?

The Downtown Food Tour covers just under 1 mile of walking, spread out over 3 hours. It’s a light and leisurely stroll, with plenty of stops, stories, and time to rest between tastings.

All food is enjoyed seated indoors, so even if the weather’s unpredictable, you’ll be comfortable throughout.

What dietary restrictions are accommodated on this tour?

We can accommodate the following dietary restrictions on this tour:

  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Dairy-free
  • Pescatarian
  • No beef / pork / poultry / seafood
  • Nut free

Let us know about any food allergies/restrictions when booking your ticket so we can arrange for some yummy substitutions.

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Susan Evans
3 September 2026
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Barry gave us a fantastic Denver food tour. He knows all the best places to go and so many city facts. I'm still full:)
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Dave Melillo
2 September 2026
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Guide Barry did a fantastic job. Great selection of stops and great knowledge of area, history and food. Highly recommend!
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Leigh Healy
1 September 2026
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We loved Michael on the Denver food tour. He was entertaining and knowledgeable. All the food stops were delicious, especially the tacos and the pizza. One bonus of the tour was a curated list of other food recommendations tailored to your preferences. We will be back!
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Ken Graham
31 August 2026
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This was an awesome tour! We had the BEST tour guide - Austin Shrader. His knowledge of and enthusiasm for the area put this tour over the top. We highly recommend this tour - ask for Austin!
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Mardel Ritter
30 August 2026
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Hans was very knowledgeable of the area and food culture. We very much enjoyed visiting with Hans and other guests on the tour.
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Ethan Ofosu
30 August 2026
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10/10 would recommend. Very first food tour. I must do one in every city I’ve come to. Compliments to Barry 🙏🏾
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Jackson Sickles
30 August 2026
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Our tour with Michael was amazing, he had a ton of great recs and was very nice to write them down for us all so we could take them with us
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Jerry Moore
29 August 2026
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Barry was great, what a wealth of knowledge on Denver and food!
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Flora Vinson
28 August 2026
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A great food tour! Barry, our guide, was passionate about food and his town of Denver - and it showed!! We all had fun and enjoyed delicious tastes of amazing foods.
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Heidi Griffiths
28 August 2026
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Barry was exceptional as our guide. Learned so much, (even tho we are locals) about Denver history and what a food Mecca we have in our city. So very personable, kind , and funny. He knows our city and the food and drink scene. Even met the mayor of Denver.