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star rating  This was a fun tour and Dean had many stories to share that were interesting. I would recommend this tour!

jennifercN1900AR
October 18, 2021

star rating  We attended Dean's "Historic Aspen Past to Present" & I really recommend it. The tour lasted one hour and 20 minutes with easy walking and a lot of information.... read more

gaydeng
August 25, 2021

star rating  Dean was a fantastic guide! - Dean did an excellent job at mixing history, ghost stories, and reality together. Had a fantastic time and learned a lot about Aspen’s history!

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September 27, 2023
Jessica Baumgart
Jessica Baumgart
November 5, 2023.
What a fantastic tour! Dean is a natural storyteller. The walk was easy but still covered a lot of the downtown, and we learned so much history about Aspen along the way. You can tell Dean really enjoys what he does and is amazing at it! Thanks for a great experience.
Katie de Besche
Katie de Besche
October 31, 2023.
We had a great time with Dean’s Darkside Ghost tour, a prefect way to kick off the Halloween weekend!
Robert S
Robert S
October 21, 2023.
Interesting perspective on downtown Aspen. Dean was a great communicator. And a hour was perfect.
Steven Lewis
Steven Lewis
October 10, 2023.
Dean's Darkside Tour is a must-do for anyone visiting Aspen, especially if you're interested in the city's spooky history. Dean is a knowledgeable and engaging guide who has a knack for storytelling. He takes you to some of Aspen's most haunted locations and shares fascinating tales of ghosts, hauntings, and other paranormal phenomena. On the tour, I learned about the ghosts of the Wheeler Opera House, the Hotel Jerome, and the Pitkin County Courthouse. I also heard stories about the spirits of miners, Native Americans, and other people who have passed away in Aspen over the years. Dean's tour is not only informative, but it's also a lot of fun. He tells his stories in a way that is both entertaining and suspenseful. He also makes sure to interact with the group and answer any questions that people have. Overall, I had a wonderful time on Dean's Darkside Tour. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and spooky way to learn about Aspen's history. Here are some of the things that I loved about the tour: Dean's knowledge and passion for the subject matter His engaging and suspenseful storytelling style The opportunity to visit some of Aspen's most haunted locations The fun and interactive atmosphere of the tour If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable experience in Aspen, I highly recommend Dean's Darkside Tour. You won't be disappointed!
Allen Miller
Allen Miller
October 4, 2023.
Dean was an amazing guide his knowledge of the are was exceptional. His two hour tour of the trails was super. With out his knowledge of the area and trails you would not truly see the mountain area around Aspen. We would like to take the longer and higher elevation trails the next time we visit Aspen. Don’t miss his tour if you go to Aspen
Karen Kosies
Karen Kosies
September 11, 2023.
Dean was amazing, professional and prepared. Tour was interesting and informative. Will certainly take one of his other tours in the future.
devon aviles
devon aviles
August 30, 2023.
Dean was a great guide and has some cool stories about an interesting town
Tammy Coxen
Tammy Coxen
July 18, 2023.
I've been on a lot of history walking tours in a lot of different places, and I can honestly say that Dean's was one of the best! He did an amazing job of telling Aspen's story, and providing context that connected the past to the present. Highly recommended!

Testimonials

– “The tour was wonderful. Dean is an awesome story teller. Aspen’s history is very exciting and how better to learn about it than through the dark side of the Aspen. The tour was thoroughly enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour!!” Louise M (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)

– “We thoroughly enjoyed this entertaining evening tour! Dean is an incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide and the stories he shared were interesting and ones we had never heard before. It was a great way to learn more about the architecture and history of Aspen that you don’t usually find in the guidebooks. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun way to spend an evening in Aspen!” Helen GA (Palm Beach, Florida)

– “Dean Weiler, tour guide, historian and professional yarnster, took my mother & I on the most informative and entertaining tour of Aspen. While he has several tours that he leads, we signed up for “Aspen’s Darkside”. From the moment we met Dean, we knew this tour was going to be special. It had been dumping rain and my mother is a bit unstable on her feet. We were reluctant to go. Dean though made a personal call to let us know the tour was a go rain or shine – and shine it did . Dean regaled us with Aspen’s history albeit from a macabre point of entry. He covered the history of the town from inception to the present while providing us with juicy pieces of Aspen’s colorful lore from tommyknockers to Ted Bundy. What can I say? We had a blast. Dean is replete with knowledge and his mode of delivery is that of a Dickensian fireside storyteller. Seems that he brought us some spectral luck too; evidence suggests that a lively spook kept unlocking our hotel room at the Jerome! I love a haunting. Thank you Dean for the most memorable night.”  Andrew R (Los Angeles, California)

– “Great tours to delve deeper into the humble beginnings (and sometimes the dark side) of Aspen and the cast of characters that made the town what it is today. Dean is an interesting guide, very charming (ladies take note) and enjoys sharing his knowledge of the area. We’ve done 2 of the 3 tours. I’d highly recommend Aspen’s Past to Present. It’s during the day and you can see the historical landmarks, markings on the old buildings, the “water boy” picture at Hotel Jerome, and some fascinating maps in the library. Plus, we got to sample the Aspen Crud, a milkshake (with a kick) likely invented around the time of prohibition. But if you can, do every tour and get a feel for the Aspen Idea; it’s more than a ski town.” Lynn A. (Albuquerque, New Mexico)

– “I’m a local Aspenite, and have now done two of Dean’s tours. Dean doesn’t fail to surprise me with bits of Aspen’s history, and provide a few good laughs along the way.  A great way to see and learn more about downtown Aspen’s rich history.”

– “We seriously enjoyed the walk with you, maybe more than any other single event in Aspen.  It was the perfect fit for us.  Kinda creepy, but absolutely unique and interesting.  Plus my husband is slightly obsessed with history, so he was thrilled.  Thanks again!!”  -Rita & Aaron

–  “I went on the Dark Side of Aspen walking tour and had great time. I never new all scary gost stories Aspen had. Very eye opening. I would recommend anyone who has any intrest in gost stories to go on this tour. You won’t be disappoined!” – Heidi C. (San Miguel CO)

–  “Thanks so much for the walking tour of Aspen. My family has enjoyed seeing the photos and hearing the stories behind the parks and the buildings.” – Kate K. (Northbrook, IL)

–  “Thanks. Everyone raved about the tour” Peter W. (Aspen, CO)

–  “I’ve lived in Aspen for 30 years and was surprised about how much I learned” – Bob K. (Aspen, CO)

– “My fifteen year old is hard to please and she loved it!”

– “Great Story Teller” Loraine (Santa Barbara, CA)

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