Beer and art walk in Denver. This pay-as-you-go Denver craft beer crawl through RiNo mixes Colorado beer styles with neighborhood history, and it keeps you in charge of what you order by letting you taste what fits your palate. I love the style-matching guidance from the guide, which helps you pick beers you’ll actually enjoy. One possible drawback: plan to drink more than a casual sip session, so pace yourself.

Since it’s private, it feels like you and your group are being shown the scene by someone who really knows it—guides like Bruce and Kristina are praised for being easygoing and flexible with timing. You’ll use a mobile ticket, and the crawl runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, starting at 4:00 pm.

Key things to know before your RiNo beer crawl

• Pay-as-you-go tastings mean your spending matches what you personally want to try (not a fixed menu).
• Guides help you order smart, so you’re not stuck guessing between IPAs, Belgian-style takes, and specialty brews.
• The tour is flexible: you can linger when a stop feels right instead of rushing through everything.
• RiNo street art + beer stops gives you a walkable plan that feels like part culture tour, part tasting night.
• Sustainability gets a real moment, including a stop focused on Left Hand’s water, solar, and recycling efforts.
• Not every venue is guaranteed, so keep expectations flexible when you arrive.

RiNo is the right setting for a Denver craft beer crawl

RiNo (River North Art District) is one of those Denver neighborhoods where the walls tell a story and the breweries fit right into the same scene. That matters on a beer crawl, because the experience isn’t only about the drinks. It’s about the flow—walking between spots, seeing big murals and street art, then stepping into a taproom and learning why that brewery’s style exists in the first place.

The way this tour is structured also helps. You start at a well-known landmark in the RiNo area—outside the Denver Public Library’s Bob Ragland Branch—then spend most of your time moving through RiNo and nearby zones. So even if you don’t love every beer you try, you’ll still come away with a map of where the action is and what kind of places you’ll want to revisit.

Price and value: what $58 really buys

At $58, the ticket price is not a full meal-and-beer bundle. Food and drink are explicitly pay-as-you-go. So what are you paying for?

You’re paying for:

• a local guide who helps you choose beers based on your tastes
• a guided path through RiNo’s craft scene so you’re not wandering aimlessly
• context that connects what you’re drinking to Denver’s craft beer evolution and the neighborhood’s modern culture
• a flexible route that leaves room for lingering

That’s good value if you like having someone else handle the “where should we go next?” part, while still letting you decide how much to spend on pours. If you’re the type who wants to try lots of styles, the pay-as-you-go model can work in your favor—your bill scales with your curiosity instead of being locked into a fixed tasting lineup.

One practical note I’d underline: a tip from past participants is to make sure you have space in your stomach for roughly three full glasses worth of beer during the experience. That doesn’t mean you have to drink them all, but it’s a useful mental model for pacing.

Your timing, your route: walking it at 4:00 pm

This is a private tour, meaning only your group participates. You meet at 1900 35th St, Denver, CO 80216 and you finish in the River North Art District area. Start time is 4:00 pm, and the total duration is about 2 hours 30 minutes.

Walking matters here. You’re not taking a shuttle; you’re moving between breweries and nearby points of interest. That’s ideal if you want a casual, social hang that also lets you see the neighborhood in daylight-to-early-evening rhythm. If you’re sensitive to walking time, plan on wearing comfortable shoes and building in a slower pace on the stairs and sidewalks as needed.

It’s also good to know the setup is designed to be accessible: service animals are welcome and the tour is wheelchair-friendly. It’s also stated to be near public transportation, which helps if you’re mixing this crawl with other Denver plans.

The tour flow: from Denver Public Library to RiNo taprooms

Here’s how the experience feels stop-by-stop, and what each part is really good for.

Stop 1: Denver Public Library (Bob Ragland Branch) = an easy launch point

You begin outside the Denver Public Library’s Bob Ragland Branch in the RiNo Art District. This is a smart starting spot because it’s recognizable and it gives you a clean “meet here, then go” anchor before you start weaving through breweries and art streets.

The guide kicks things off here by helping you get oriented, including steering you toward beers you’re likely to enjoy. This matters because the rest of the crawl is built around choice—you’ll be ordering as you go—so getting your bearings early helps you order with confidence instead of guessing under time pressure.

RiNo Art District = where the neighborhood texture does half the work

After that, a big chunk of the time is spent moving through RiNo. This is where the neighborhood personality shows up: street art, murals, and the cluster of breweries, distilleries, and restaurants you can pop into.

For me, this is one of the strongest parts of the format. A crawl that only focuses on drinking can feel repetitive. Here, the art and the walk keep breaking up the tasting rhythm, so the evening feels more like a guided night out than a checklist of bars.

The Belgian-style twist brewery = for people who like flavors with a point of view

One brewery stop is described as a big player in Denver’s craft scene, inspired by Belgian styles but with a refreshing twist. You’ll also get a creative, unique brewery space—so it’s not only about the beer, it’s about the vibe you’re stepping into.

If your taste leans toward something a little different from the standard IPA-and-lager lane, this is exactly the kind of stop that can change your “Denver beer” expectations.

The big multi-taproom venue = for variety and energy

Another stop may involve—or you might pass by—a massive venue with multiple taprooms, live music, and a large variety of local Colorado beers to try.

This kind of place is great when you want options without committing to a single flavor profile too early. If you like comparing styles side-by-side, multi-taproom setups are a good match. The only caution is that big venues can feel louder and busier, so if you’re looking for a quiet, chatty crawl, you may want to choose your moment to linger.

The long-running quality-ales brewery = for core craft credibility

There’s also a brewery described as having its finger on the craft craft scene pulse since its inception in Denver. The promise here is producing high-quality, distinctive ales in every batch.

Stops like this are valuable because they balance the creative and experimental options. Even if you’re exploring, it’s useful to also taste something that’s been consistently part of Denver’s craft ecosystem from early on.

The hotel/boutique/shops complex = a convenient “hang here before/after” zone

You may also pass by a larger complex that includes a hotel, boutique shops, restaurants, and bars. Even without a formal stop, it’s a helpful landmark area—especially if you’re planning dinner or you want to have a place nearby where you can extend the night after the crawl.

Food hall option: Zeppelin Food Hall = if you’re hungry and want range

There’s a strong chance you’ll stop at (or at least consider) Zeppelin—Denver’s food halls, and the tour’s included suggestion if you’re not making every beer stop.

This is practical value. A craft beer crawl can move fast. Having food options that aren’t one-note helps you refuel without killing the vibe. Zeppelin is specifically called out for variety—from street tacos to sushi—so it’s a flexible choice if your group has different appetites.

Left Hand brewery = sustainability isn’t just a buzzword here

Another potential stop focuses on Left Hand Brewing and their sustainable operations. The facts you get here include water conservation, solar power, and recycling in day-to-day operations.

This is one of those stops that turns a beer crawl into something more meaningful. It gives you a lens for understanding why breweries make certain choices beyond flavor—how they operate, how they plan, and how sustainability fits into their identity.

The “outside” part: South Platte River trail and Denver’s next steps

Not every part of this experience happens inside a taproom. You’ll also spend time along the South Platte River area—specifically described as a popular running and cycling trail that travels between downtown and LoHi and all the way to Auraria.

This gives you a chance to reset. After tasting, a little air and a change of scenery can make the rest of the evening feel easier. It’s also a good “walk off the buzz” moment, especially if you’re planning dinner afterward.

Optional pivot points: Latin-inspired food, winery stops, and concert timing

Depending on how your group moves and what catches your eye, you might pass by or stop in for meals and extras:

• A recommended food spot with Latin American-inspired cuisine and culinary education programs. If you like eating while learning, this is the kind of stop that adds an extra layer to the night.
• A craft winery offering a wide variety of wines and unique dishes. This is a nice option if you want to trade from beer to wine without leaving the same neighborhood energy.
• A concert venue within walking distance of the meeting point. If you’re seeing a show, this tour is designed to work around that timing—beer crawl before or after.

These “maybe” stops are part of the tour’s flexibility. That’s a feature, not a flaw, as long as you show up ready to adapt.

What you’ll learn (and why it’s worth more than just ordering beer)

The tour connects what you drink to how Denver’s craft beer scene developed—pairing early saloon-era roots with the modern RiNo art-and-spotlight culture. Even if you’re new to craft beer, you’ll get a guided way to understand the styles you’re trying: what makes an IPA an IPA, how Belgian-style influences can show up with a different twist, and why some breweries aim for distinctive ales as a brand promise.

The best value in that learning is practical. Instead of collecting random sips, you leave with a better sense of what you personally like and what kind of breweries you want to seek out later.

And that’s where the guides like Bruce and Kristina stand out in the experience: they’re described as easygoing, friendly, and flexible, which is exactly how you want a beer crawl to feel.

Pacing tips so you finish happy, not wobbly

This is where I’ll be blunt, because you’re paying for fun, not suffering.

• Start with a beer style you already like, then let the guide steer your second and third picks.
• Plan for multiple pours. A useful tip is to assume around three full glasses worth of beer during the crawl.
• If you’re eating lightly before 4:00 pm, consider doing it. The tour is pay-as-you-go, and you’ll have chances to order food depending on how your route goes.
• Bring a mindset of tasting, not “winning.” The goal is to try different Colorado beers and learn what works for your palate.

If you keep it steady, you’ll enjoy the walk, the art, and the beer without rushing to the finish line.

Who should book this Denver on Tap crawl

This tour fits best if you:

• want a guided way into Denver craft beer without building a bar itinerary from scratch
• like beer styles beyond only the easiest choices (you’ll see IPAs and more unusual options)
• enjoy neighborhood atmosphere—street art, breweries, and the sense of RiNo as a place to spend an evening
• want flexibility instead of a strict, never-stop structure

It may not be the best match if you:

• need a very quiet, low-social setting throughout
• prefer drinking very little and would rather have a smaller tasting footprint
• expect beer to be fully included in the price (it’s not; food and drink are pay-as-you-go)

Should you book Colorado on Tap in Denver?

Yes, if you want a beer crawl with actual direction. The pay-as-you-go setup is the key: you control the spending while the guide controls the tasting quality and the route logic. For $58, that’s a solid deal if you’ll actually try multiple styles and appreciate the context behind Colorado craft beer and RiNo culture.

Book it especially if you’re the type who likes to learn through doing—walk a neighborhood, taste what it’s known for, and walk away with better ordering instincts than you had when you arrived.

If you’re trying to decide and you’re worried about drinking too much, go anyway but pace on purpose. This is meant to be a relaxed evening, and with the guide’s help, you’ll be making smart choices as you go.

FAQ

What is included in the $58 ticket?

The tour includes a local guide, help getting to know Colorado’s craft brewing scene, and the guided experience through RiNo’s bars/breweries. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go, so your tastings and any meals are not included in the $58 price.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drink are available on a pay-as-you-go basis during the crawl.

How long is the Denver craft beer crawl?

It runs about 2 hours 30 minutes.

Where do we meet and where does the tour end?

You meet at 1900 35th St, Denver, CO 80216. The tour ends in the River North Art District area.

Is it a private tour?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, so only your group participates.

Is it wheelchair-friendly and are service animals allowed?

Service animals are welcome, and the tour is wheelchair-friendly.

Are all stops guaranteed?

No. Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience starts, the amount paid is not refunded.