Top Colorado Art & Culture

We all love Mesa Verde National Park: it represents the "tip of the iceberg" of the Ancestral Pueblo culture in Southwest Colorado. Increase the depth of your knowledge by visiting Canyons of the Ancients National Monument (CANM) with an experienced guide from SCCA (Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance)! CANM was dedicated by Presidential decree in 2000 to protect the estimated 30,000 cultural sites and spectacular scenery within its 176,000-acre boundary. This region is the ancestral homeland of today’s Hopi, Zuni, and Pueblo people in New Mexico and Arizona. Your guide will share little-known places within the Monument and a deep understanding the landscape and cultures that lived here. Group sizes are limited to 14, so your guide will be able to address any questions you have about the history, geology, plant and animal life, and archaeology of the region. As the Friends of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, SCCA guides know ALL the best places!

We will visit at least three locations for photography in iconic Rocky Mountain National Park for the afternoon golden hour and sunset. I have traveled extensively in search of amazing photographic locations, and it is hard to beat Trail Ridge Road high in Rocky Mountain National Park.for the wide variety of views and photographic locations. I will show you great locations, and make suggestions on composition and subject matter. I can even help you with your camera settings if you are a beginner. After sunset. we will take a brief break for a snack and to get set up for night photography while we wait for the Milky Way to emerge. Don't have a RMNP entrance reservation? (new this year) No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit! NOTE: all locations are above 10,000' elevation!

Spend some time high in the rarified air of the La Plata Mountains on this guided, 4-hour, small-group 4x4 tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure, then this open-vehicle excursion winds up and through La Plata Canyon for 14 rugged miles, reaching breathtaking views from Kennebec Pass at more than 12,000 feet. Along the way, learn about the canyon’s mining history, its native Ute people, the geology and the flora and fauna of the San Juan Mountains. Snacks are included on the trip.

Hike to some of the most stunning mountain lakes on the planet for a memorable sunrise. I will show you great locations for setting up for fantastic photos of Dream and Emerald Lakes (and if we have time, Nymph Lake as well). I can also offer photo instruction for those that would like some pointers. Don't have a RMNP entrance reservation? (new this year) No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit!

Ask about ghosts in Salida, and you’ll hear plenty of stories. Learn about this Colorado town's haunted history on a tour of Salida’s grisly past. Let your guide take you through the dark streets, pointing out the infamous red light district and the exact locations of murders and active spirits. See where ghosts wander to this day. 

See historic Salida through the eyes of a local on this intimate small-group walking tour. Experience Salida’s wild west past, history, culture, and architecture with a professional guide. Be captivated by fascinating tales of Salida's exciting, and sometimes violent, history. Visitor and residents alike come away with hidden secrets of this unique town.

Buena Vista has a bloody history. Dare to walk the haunted streets of our past with your knowledgeable guide on this spine-chilling tour. 5-Star rated on every travel platform. You'll be creeped out and entertained. Ask about ghosts in Buena Vista and you'll hear plenty of stories. Let your guide take you through dark streets, pointing out the infamous red-light district and the exact locations of murders and restless spirits. Experience our most popular tour. Guests from around-the-world rate this a 5-star experience on every travel platform.

History nerds love Buena Vista. Our fascinating history rivals any wild west town. On this 5-star rated tour, you will relive deadly shootouts, visit the bawdy red-light district, and learn about devastating fires that leveled the town. Our guides provide engaging storytelling and historic photographs from the 1880s that you won't soon forget.Costumed guides lead this intimate, small-group walking tour. See historical Buena Vista on this intimate, small-group walking tour. Be entranced by fascinating tales of Buena Vista's remarkable history. Visitors and residents alike are amazed to learn the many hidden secrets of this cool little mountain town.

You’re a serious beer enthusiast who wants to get out into the mountains and sample the best of the Colorado brewing scene. On this small-group tour, your group learns the history of brewing in the historic mountain town of mining town at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Your guide shows you some of the top local brewpubs. Enjoy tasting, find something you’ve never tasted before, and discover new brews you’ll love.

Experience the supersize scenery and Wild West history of the Rocky Mountain foothills on this small-group escape from Denver. First, head out on a hike to the Flatirons and take in the stunning views. Then, visit a local taproom for a complimentary drink from a selection of award-winning beers. Enjoy free time to stroll and browse independent stores on the funky, pedestrian Pearl Street Mall.

Conquer the landscape of the Red Canyon on this tour via 4x4 vehicle. Departing Canyon City, take in views of the towering red spires produced by years of erosion and listen to engaging commentary from your guide. Keep watch for local fauna such as bears, wild turkeys, and mule deer as you travel. On a short walk, visit Overlook Arch, with views over Shaw Park, and see some actual dinosaur footprints. Choice of morning or afternoon departure.

Get the very best views of Colorado’s natural wonder on a Jeep tour that takes you to the mouth on the Royal Gorge and over the highest suspension bridge in the United States. Get a perspective most visitors miss with exclusive access to the park’s southern entrance, plus a stunning panorama from the top of Fremont Peak. Along the way, dig deeper into the region’s history with sightings of historic graves and dinosaur footprints.

Get chills down your spine on an evening walk through Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings in the city. Let your guide take you through the dark streets, pointing out the haunted mansions, telling tales of historic scandals, and discovering paranormal activity.

Get a glimpse into Denver’s chilling Victorian past on this ghost tour of the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings and their scandalous past as you walk through one of the country’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Your guide provides fascinating facts about Denver, its notable residents, and its entertaining ghost stories.

Explore downtown Denver’s biggest attractions plus hidden curiosities that even most locals don't know about on this walking tour that's full of surprises. See essential landmarks like the , Denver Art Museum, Colorado State Capitol, and Brown Palace Hotel while a Denverite guide shares details of intrigue, scandal, and Wild West history along the way. It's a great way to get oriented and get local tips on where to dine, drink, and get cultured in the Mile-High City.