Deans Aspen Tours

  Dean is a great tour guide, obviously very enthusiastic about Aspen and shares a lot of info about it, I truly enjoyed the tour.

  This tour was awesome - Dean is the best tour guide ever! The DarkSide tour was so good that we came back the next day for the Off the Beaten... read more Path Tour - which he set up for us privately even though it wasn’t scheduled. Make time for at least one tour next time you’re

  A Spooky and Enlightening Experience with Dean - We had the pleasure of joining Dean for the Aspen DarkSide Ghost Tour during our recent visit, and it was an absolute highlight of our trip. Dean's storytelling is captivating—he... read more weaves Aspen's rich history with its eerie tales in a way that feels both educational and thrilling.

What sets Dean apart is his ability to make the past come alive. His passion for Aspen's history is evident, and he engages his guests with interactive narratives that keep everyone intrigued. Whether you're a history buff or a fan of ghost stories, Dean's tour offers a unique perspective on Aspen's past.

We were especially grateful to Dean for accommodating our private tour to celebrate my Birthday. His warmth and enthusiasm made the experience even more memorable. If you're looking for a fun, informative, and slightly spooky way to explore Aspen, this tour is a must-do.

Thank you, Dean, for an unforgettable evening!

  Great way to learn the history of Aspen  - This is a great way to appreciate the history of Aspen. It is not physically taxing. Just a walk through the town with a very knowledgeable guide.

  This was a fun tour and Dean had many stories to share that were interesting. I would recommend t

  Get the backstory about Aspen!  - Dean is knowledgeable and very friendly. He is willing to share his knowledge about Aspen with his guests. No need to wonder around on your own through the streets... read more of Aspen and wonder what this or that is. He will give you the back story and so much more. Loved his tour.

  Great fun, history and goosebumps - More than just a ghost tour this included great history backed by real research. We really enjoyed the experience that incorporated learning, laughing and goosebumps.

  Dean was extremely informed about the Apen history, and really had everyone engaged with the tour! I would recommend this to anyone!

  Great experience on behind the scenes tour.  - Learned a lot about Aspen history and its present all the while seeing places we wouldn’t have gone on our own. Dean was great - knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely... read more recommend taking one of his tours!

  Insightful History Journey - Our tour was the best. Visually we saw Aspen from the best vantage points and visited the city’s most beautiful and historic buildings. Most noteworthy for me was Dean’s perfect... read more telling of the Ute creation story, and how the Ute valley came to be. All cultures have creation stories and they are vitally important to truly understanding history.

  Dean is very knowledgeable about the history of Ute Cemetery. He tells stories like he is talking about people that he has known which makes this tour honoring of those... read more buried here. He provides details that convey much about life in Aspen in the 1880's. This is a great tour in a beautiful location. I plan to take this tour again.

  We're a family of four with two teen/tween kids who were *not* thrilled with the idea of a walking tour. Dean did a great job of keeping their interest and... read more covering a variety of topics from history to architecture to the local economy and much more (even some ghost stories) that gave the adults what we were hoping to learn in an hour overview. We asked a ton of other questions, and he was great at covering everything we wanted to know. Overall, the whole family enjoyed it.