Deans Aspen Tours

  Spooky and educational! - Dean was awesome! Turned out our family of 5 got to do the tour with just us. Our kids are 8, 10, and 14. We learned about the history of... read more Aspen and some spooky tales. Don’t underestimate how cold Aspen gets even in April, especially after the sun goes down— wear layers, hats, mittens, and boots!

  Great insight about Aspen on a pleasant walk - Dean was very knowledgeable and communicative on our tour. We're glad we did this. Highly recommended.

  5 - Dean was very knowledgeable about the history of Aspen. He guided the tour to meet our needs and had suggestions for other sightseeing adventures

  Excellent history of Aspen in a fun atmosphere. An entertaining way to spend your evening. Also nice to be able to do something outdoors in the evening. Dean is a... read more very good story teller and kept u

  Dean was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of Aspen. Showed us things we wouldn’t have otherwise seen or known about. Definitely worth your time!

  Unique evening experience  - Fun evening tour.
Our family of five enjoyed the tour. We had been to Aspen many times and still learned a lot from our awesome guide, Dean.

  It was an excellent idea for the first day to take this tour. It was an Aspen history lesson, and at the same time, I got an excellent orientation to... read more move around the town.
Furthermore, the walking helped with altitude adaptation.

Thank you, Dean.

  Dean was amazing. The tour was very informative and interesting. There are many surprises on this tour Thanks for the experience!!!

  What a unique and interesting experience! Dean was an engaging storyteller, interesting and fun! DO THIS FOR SURE!! - An engaging and informative dark tour, our first! Loved it! Spooky but not frightening. A well done trip into the dark side. Totally worth it

  Enjoyed it! - Dean is a very good story teller and he had us all captivated. He gave us a good overview of aspen’s history as well and left us feeling a... read more little spooked!

  Dean has detailed knowledge of the lives of those buried in Ute Cemetery and he tells their stories with respect and insight. The burial sites are varied and unique.... read more It us like walking through an old and charming cemetery with a longtime friend if the family.

  Fun introduction to Aspen, from pre-history to today, with a knowledgeable, friendly, and conversational guide.  - This tour is a great way to learn about Aspen’s history through the present, starting in the pre-historic geological events that shaped the beautiful valley and mountains we know today,... read more the history and culture of the indigenous Ute people, the silver mining boom and bust years, the emergence of Aspen as a world class ski destination, and as a renowned center of the arts—and as a haven for the uber wealthy, making real estate among the most expensive in the country (with public sector programs to offer affordable options for full time residents and workers). Dean covered all of this in a fun 90 minute walk around town, with stops at many historic and contemporary sites along the way. He is friendly, conversational, and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!