Deans Aspen Tours

  He was like having a live actor telling you a story! It was very enjoyable!
Definitely recommend for a pre dinner activity. You get to walk around Aspen... read more and learn about the history!

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

  It is evident that Dean takes his role as a tour guide very seriously and spends an extraordinary amount of time researching and formulating his tours. His storytelling capabilities... read more are superior, as is knowledge of the area.

  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.

  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.

  Ties Aspen's history to its present and its future  - This tour was a highlight of our Colorado trip. Dean knows and shares so much of what makes Aspen so unique and special, and makes it fun at every turn!

  Walk through history - Easy walking tour and Dean has lots of history to share. Would recommend highly for first timers to Aspen. From the ski slope to the river, we learned all about... read more Aspen. Great after lunch stroll.

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

  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!

  Fun way to learn about the secrets of Aspen - There is a lot to learn about Aspen. Fun to hear about the death that has shaped Aspen. People that have been hunting the people for decades.

  I’ve been coming to Aspen for over a decade and saw areas I’ve never see. The architectural history was so interesting. Dean was great! Perfect was to start a Sunday.... read more

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