Deans Aspen Tours

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

  Friendly, casual and enjoyable. Great guide and we got great weather. Some interesting nuances of Aspen that we didn’t know. Would recommend

  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!

  Awesome - Dean was awesome. Been to aspen numerous times but had no idea about some of the darker aspects of its past.

  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!

  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 in Aspen!

  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.

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

  Great family or couples evening activity! - Dean’s tour of Aspen’s dark side was great! We learned a lot about Aspen’s history and we’re entertained at the same time. We’ve been to Aspen many times so... read more this was a fun new thing to do as a family!

  Great way to see Aspen and learn about its fascinating history! - Dean was a great tour guide! He provided a fun, interesting and informative walking tour of Aspen, starting with the Ute indigenous people to modern day. We discussed the geology... read more and mining to the early settlers to its boom, downturn and revival. Architecture and business development, and some of its famous leaders. Highly recommend this 90 minute tour as a way to enjoy your Aspen stay.

  Colorado history  - 5, our guide was very informative. My adult granddaughter and I loved to learn about the history of Aspen and how much the town has changed.

  Dean was a great story teller. Very friendly. My wife and enjoyed the tour. I must admit we were spooked. Would recommend.