Red sandstone monoliths of Red Rocks Amphitheatre near Denver at sunrise

Red Rocks Amphitheatre Tours from Denver

Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre is an open-air concert venue set between huge sandstone rocks, about 30 minutes west of downtown Denver. A tour can be a quick 2-hour visit or a half day that adds Lookout Mountain, Golden and Evergreen.

Express tours
From $45
Half-day tours
$79–$99
Length
2–5 hours
From downtown
About 30 minutes

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Updated October 11, 2026 · We may earn a commission

Top picks

  • Red Rocks + Lookout Mountain + Golden

    Red Rocks & Beyond

    • Union Station, Denver
    • 4 hours
    • Viator

    From $89 pp

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  • Small group (max 14 per listing)

    Red Rocks & Denver Foothills Scenic Tour

    • Union Station, Denver
    • 4 hours
    • Viator

    From $79 pp

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  • Private with pickup

    Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Golden 4 Hour Driving Tour

    • Central Denver hotels
    • 4 hours
    • Viator

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Tours compared (prices checked October 11, 2026; “pp” = per person)
TourStartsLengthFromBest forBook
Red Rocks & BeyondViator Union Station, Denver 4 hours $89 pp Red Rocks + Lookout Mountain + Golden Check availability for Red Rocks & Beyond on Viator →
Red Rocks & Denver Foothills Scenic TourViator Union Station, Denver 4 hours $79 pp Small group (max 14 per listing) Check availability for Red Rocks & Denver Foothills Scenic Tour on Viator →
Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Golden 4 Hour Driving TourViator Central Denver hotels 4 hours See price Private with pickup Check availability for Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Golden 4 Hour Driving Tour on Viator →
Denver: 2-Hour Red Rocks Express Tour with Views & Photo OpsOperator: Discover Denver ToursGetYourGuide Downtown Denver 2 hours $45 pp Short on time; cheapest transport option Check availability for Denver: 2-Hour Red Rocks Express Tour with Views & Photo Ops on GetYourGuide →
Red Rocks Amphitheatre Walking Tour: Nature, Music & LegendsOperator: Intrepid Urban AdventuresGetYourGuide At Red Rocks (own transport) 2 hours $26.10 pp You have a car; guided walk only Check availability for Red Rocks Amphitheatre Walking Tour: Nature, Music & Legends on GetYourGuide →
From Denver: Red Rocks and Foothills Half-Day Guided TourOperator: Explorer ToursGetYourGuide Denver About 4.25 hours $79 pp Evergreen Lake + Lariat Loop Check availability for From Denver: Red Rocks and Foothills Half-Day Guided Tour on GetYourGuide →
From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake TourOperator: Colorado SightseerGetYourGuide Denver 5 hours $89 pp Adds high-mountain Echo Lake Check availability for From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour on GetYourGuide →
Denver: Red Rocks Amphitheater and Beyond Guided TourOperator: Aspire ToursGetYourGuide Denver 4 hours $99 pp Red Rocks + Lookout Mountain + Golden Check availability for Denver: Red Rocks Amphitheater and Beyond Guided Tour on GetYourGuide →
Denver: Guided E-Bike Tour of Red Rocks & Dinosaur RidgeOperator: Amazing AdventuresGetYourGuide Morrison area 3 hours $125 pp Active option with dinosaur tracks Check availability for Denver: Guided E-Bike Tour of Red Rocks & Dinosaur Ridge on GetYourGuide →

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What you'll see

Red Rocks Park is in the foothills near Morrison. The amphitheatre opened in 1941, sits between large red sandstone formations, and is free to walk around when there's no event. Most tours leave time to climb the rows of seats, see the visitor center and its Performers' Hall of Fame, and look back toward Denver.

Half-day tours (about 4–5 hours) typically add:

  • Lookout Mountain for panoramic views (and the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave on some tours)
  • The Lariat Loop scenic byway
  • Golden, a historic town home to the Coors brewery
  • Evergreen Lake or high-alpine Echo Lake on longer versions

How to choose

  • Short on time: a 2-hour express tour from downtown (from $45) covers transport and time at the amphitheatre.
  • Have a car: a guided walking tour at Red Rocks (from $26.10) adds geology, Indigenous history and music stories.
  • First time in Colorado: a half-day foothills tour ($79–$99) gives you the best overview of the mountains near Denver.
  • Active: an e-bike tour ($125) links Red Rocks with the dinosaur tracks at nearby Dinosaur Ridge.

Concert-day tip

The amphitheatre closes to visitors ahead of evening shows, so on concert days visits are usually limited to the morning. Check the venue calendar for your date, or pick a morning tour departure.

When to go

Red Rocks is open year-round. Spring and fall are the most comfortable; summer mornings beat the afternoon heat and thunderstorms; and winter days are often sunny and dry at this elevation, though trails can be icy.

Prices (checked October 11, 2026)

GetYourGuide Red Rocks tours ranged from $45 (2-hour express) to $99 (half-day), consistent with our earlier research. Viator's “Red Rocks & Beyond” listed from $89 and its foothills scenic tour from $79.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Red Rocks from Denver?

About 30 minutes' drive west of downtown, near the town of Morrison.

How much is a Red Rocks tour?

Express tours from downtown start around $45; half-day foothills tours are about $79–$99 per person.

Is Red Rocks free to visit?

Yes. The park and amphitheatre are free to walk around when no event is scheduled. You pay only if you take a tour or attend a show.

Can I visit Red Rocks on a concert day?

Usually only in the morning. The amphitheatre closes to visitors ahead of evening events.

What else do Red Rocks tours include?

Half-day tours often add Lookout Mountain, the Lariat Loop, Golden, Evergreen Lake or Echo Lake.

Ready to book? Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before (check each listing).

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