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Explore Capitol Hill, Denver on a Cocktails Tour
Explore some of the best cocktail bars in Denver on a roving adventure through the heart of downtown, where you’ll sip everything from a light spritz to a smooth Butter Pecan Old Fashioned; on this curated Denver cocktail tour you’ll visit three top cocktail bars and restaurants, sample four craft cocktails and enjoy paired small plates at two stops, and learn about the city’s culinary rise from your experienced local guide. You’ll start at iconic Union Station, move to the city’s oldest hotel, and finish in the buzzy Dairy Block, all while mixing and mingling with fellow foodies and hearing spirited stories about Denver’s prohibition days and recent culinary renaissance. Whether you’re planning a night out from Capitol Hill, booking a food-and-drink experience through Varoom, or simply looking for a memorable downtown tasting route, this guided tasting highlights the best of Denver’s food and cocktail scene in one seamless, social outing.
About this activity in Capitol Hill
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Taste four carefully crafted cocktails across three of Denver’s top downtown bars, including a brachetto spritz from a James Beard–recognized restaurant and a signature Butter Pecan Old Fashioned.
- Enjoy small-plate pairings at two stops-think housemade focaccia with garlic conserva, Italian marinated olives and a BBQ pulled pork slider-paired to complement each cocktail.
- Explore Denver’s evolving cocktail and culinary scene with an experienced local guide who shares prohibition-era stories and the city’s modern food renaissance.
- Begin the crawl at the iconic Union Station, pass the city’s oldest hotel, and finish in the trendy Dairy Block micro-district for a lively evening in downtown Denver.
Important Information
- You’ll visit three central downtown venues and sample four drinks with paired bites at two locations-perfect if you’re staying in Capitol Hill and want a downtown night out.
- This is a social, roving experience suitable for all fitness levels; infants in prams are permitted and service animals are allowed, while alternative non‑alcoholic options are available on request.
- Minimum drinking age applies; gratuities are not included. Public transportation options are nearby for easy access to and from the route.
- Your guide will provide local stories and context throughout the tour; plan for a mix of standing and short walks between nearby venues in the heart of the city.
Meeting Point
Meet at Union Station in downtown Denver - exact meeting location and final check-in details will be sent after you book.
Includes
- Savor Italian marinated olives as a complimentary starter when you book an event in Capitol Hill, Denver - a simple, local touch to begin your tasting.
- Choose from two craft cocktails made daily, freshly prepared for your group to enjoy during your Capitol Hill experience.
- Try the brachetto spritz sourced from a james-beard award-winning restaurant - a standout cocktail option you'll find here.
- Enjoy a BBQ pulled pork slider included with your booking, a savory bite that pairs well with neighborhood beverages.
- Order the butter pecan old fashioned as a featured cocktail option for a classic, flavorful drink during your visit.
- Share housemade focaccia with garlic conserva, baked on-site and perfect for groups exploring the dining scene in the area.
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included with your Capitol Hill, Denver booking and should be provided separately if you wish to reward service.
Other
- Infants and small children are welcome to ride in a pram or stroller during the activity in the neighborhood.
- Service animals are allowed to accompany you at this Capitol Hill location to ensure accessibility for all guests.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the meeting point from around Denver.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap for safety during the experience.
- This offering is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you and your group can participate comfortably.
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years; please bring valid ID if you plan to order alcoholic beverages in the area.
- Vegetarian tastings are available upon request to accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Mocktails are available upon request so you can enjoy crafted non-alcoholic beverages during your visit.
Customer Reviews
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Zack was awesome. Totally recommend. Awesome awesome awesome. He was so knowledgeable and gave us some great recommendations. Highly recommend.
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The tour was great. The drinks that were given to us were amazing. Our tour guide Barry was very knowledgeable gave us a lot of history which was really nice, especially being from out of town.
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This tour was a lot of fun. We got to walk around Denver and see some cool areas. The drinks were a great and the guide was very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
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Know more about Capitol Hill
You’ll visit three of the best cocktail bars and restaurants in downtown Denver, starting at the iconic Union Station, stopping at the city’s oldest hotel, and finishing in the Dairy Block micro-district. At two stops you’ll sample four craft cocktails paired with small plates, taste items like a brachetto spritz from a James Beard award-winning restaurant and a Butter Pecan Old Fashioned, and learn about Denver’s prohibition days and recent culinary renaissance from your experienced local guide.
The tour accommodates non-drinkers and dietary preferences: mocktails are available upon request and vegetarian tastings are offered, so you can still enjoy the food-and-drink experience while exploring Denver’s cocktail scene.
Across three stops you’ll sample four cocktails, with two craft cocktails provided daily as part of the included tastings and additional signature pours like the brachetto spritz and Butter Pecan Old Fashioned highlighted during the roving tour.
Yes. The experience includes paired bites at two stops - examples listed in the inclusions are a BBQ pulled pork slider and housemade focaccia with garlic conserva - along with Italian marinated olives and daily craft cocktails to complement the tastings.
The minimum drinking age is 21 years. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller and are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Service animals are allowed and public transportation options are available nearby.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
