Q: Is there a ghost bus tour in Denver?

Yes. Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour is a small-group Denver ghost bus tour through Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park. The approximately 2-hour tour combines Denver history, ghost stories, reported paranormal activity and Hollywood horror connections aboard a climate-controlled 14-passenger shuttle.

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Q: Are there haunted bus tours in Denver?

Yes. Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour offers public and private haunted bus tours in Denver during September and October, with private haunted bus tours available year-round. The public tour is limited to 14 guests and explores haunted locations throughout Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park. For more info on the private tours, visit this page. 

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Q: Is the Denver ghost bus tour better than a walking ghost tour?

It depends on what you're looking for. A walking ghost tour lets you explore a smaller area on foot, while a ghost bus tour allows you to travel between multiple locations without spending the entire evening walking or standing outside. Denver After Dark is especially suited to guests who want a small-group experience with the comfort of a climate-controlled shuttle. For more info on our walking ghost tours click here. 

 

Q: What is the Denver haunted bus tour?

Make your next Denver night out a little less... normal. The Denver haunted bus tour is a guided ghost tour experience conducted entirely in a climate-controlled 14-passenger shuttle bus, led by a local expert guide through Denver's most historical and haunted neighborhoods — Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park. Unlike walking ghost tours, the bus format means your group stays comfortable throughout the entire experience, with your guide sharing stories inside the bus at each haunted location. The tour visits Cheesman Park, a public park built on top of an 1858 cemetery where thousands of remains were never removed, the Molly Brown House, widely regarded as the most haunted property in Colorado, and the Capitol Hill mansions that served as the real-life inspiration for two Hollywood horror classics, The Changeling (1980) and Poltergeist (1982). Public tours run July-September on Fridays and Saturdays and in October, Thursday through Sunday with a maximum of 14 guests. Private haunted bus tours of Denver are available year-round by email inquiry at info@discoverdenvertours.com.

 

Q: When does the Denver haunted bus tour run?

Public Denver haunted bus tours run July-September on Fridays and Saturdays and Thursday through Sunday in October — Denver's peak ghost tour season — departing from the Denver Public Library Central Branch in downtown Denver. October tours fill quickly, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights and in the week leading up to Halloween, and advance booking is strongly recommended. Private haunted bus tours are available year-round, seven days a week, including all months when public tours are not running. A private haunted bus tour is the only way to experience a guided Denver ghost tour by bus outside of July-October. To book a private haunted bus tour, email info@discoverdenvertours.com with your preferred date and group size and the team will confirm availability within 24 hours. All tours depart from the Denver Public Library Central Branch; just look for your guide in all black.

 

Q: What haunted sites does the Denver ghost tour visit?

Apparently, even Hollywood couldn't resist Denver's darker side. The Denver haunted bus tour visits the most historically documented paranormal sites in Capitol Hill and the surrounding neighborhood, all accessible by climate-controlled shuttle bus. Cheesman Park is the centerpiece of the tour — originally established as Mount Prospect Cemetery in 1858, Denver's first public burial ground, where thousands of remains were never removed when the city converted the cemetery into a park in the 1890s. The park and surrounding neighborhood have been investigated by paranormal researchers from across the United States and internationally for over a century. The Molly Brown House on Pennsylvania Street, home of the Unsinkable Molly Brown, survivor of the Titanic, is widely regarded as one of the most haunted residential properties in Colorado, with documented reports of unexplained activity spanning decades. The tour also visits the Capitol Hill mansions that inspired The Changeling (1980), starring George C. Scott, and Poltergeist (1982), two of the most commercially successful horror films ever made, both drawing on real Denver locations and the documented history of Cheesman Park's unremoved cemetery remains. Your guide covers the true history, documented paranormal investigations, and the Hollywood connections at each stop and sight throughout the tour.

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Q: What is the difference between a Denver ghost bus tour and a walking ghost tour?

The dead don't mind the cold. We do. A Denver ghost bus tour lets you explore multiple haunted locations from the comfort of a climate-controlled shuttle, while a walking ghost tour explores a smaller area on foot. Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour is limited to 14 guests and combines Denver's haunted history, ghost stories and reported paranormal activity with the comfort of a small-group bus experience. It's a good choice for visitors who want to see more of haunted Denver without spending the entire evening walking or standing outside.

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Q: How long is the Denver ghost bus tour?

Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour lasts approximately 2 hours. The tour is designed to visit multiple haunted locations around Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park while keeping guests comfortable aboard a climate-controlled 14-passenger bus. 

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Q: Where does the Denver ghost bus tour start?

The The Denver After Dark ghost bus tour departs from the front entrance of the Denver Public Library – Central Branch in downtown Denver. The front entrance faces Broadway and is located near the corner of Broadway and 13th. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure so your guide can check everyone in and get the tour started on time.

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Q: Is Cheesman Park really haunted?

Welcome to the part of Denver where "rest in peace" gets complicated. Cheesman Park is one of Denver's most famous reportedly haunted locations. What is historically documented is that the park was originally a cemetery, and thousands of remains were left behind when the land was converted into a public park. Stories of unexplained activity, apparitions and other paranormal experiences have surrounded the area for generations. On the tour, you'll hear both the documented dark history and the eerie stories that made Cheesman Park famous for its ghostly reputation.

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Q: Does the Denver ghost tour visit the Molly Brown House?

The Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour passes by the Molly Brown House as part of its exploration of haunted Capitol Hill. The historic home of Titanic survivor Margaret "Molly" Brown is one of Denver's most famous reportedly haunted locations and has a long history of reported paranormal activity.

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Q: Are the stories on the Denver ghost bus tour true?

Not all of Denver's history is sunshine and rainbows. The Denver ghost bus tour combines documented Denver history with reported paranormal experiences, local legends and stories passed down through generations. Your guide will distinguish between what is historically documented, what has been reported by witnesses or paranormal investigators, and what has become part of Denver folklore—so you can decide for yourself what you believe!

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Q: Is the Denver ghost bus tour scary?

Real history. Weird stories. Questionable sleep afterward... The Denver ghost bus tour is spooky, but it's designed to be fun rather than a full-on horror experience. You'll hear creepy stories, strange historical recounts of unexplainable happenings and reports of paranormal activity, along with plenty of Denver history and humor. If you enjoy ghost stories without wanting to spend two hours being terrified in the dark, this is the tour for you.

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Q: How many people are on the Denver ghost bus tour?

Denver After Dark ghost bus tours are limited to a maximum of just 14 guests aboard a climate-controlled 14-passenger shuttle. The small-group format means you can hear your guide, ask questions and enjoy a more intimate experience than a large-group ghost tour. 

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Q: Is the Denver ghost bus tour appropriate for children?

Some history lessons come with a ghost story. The Denver After Dark ghost bus tour is recommended for guests ages 10 and older. The tour includes spooky stories, paranormal reports, dark history and some unsettling subject matter, so whether younger children will enjoy it depends on their comfort level - you know your kids best! Guests age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

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Q: What happens if it rains or snows?

All the chills. None of the cold. Denver After Dark Bus Tours operate rain, snow or shine. Because the tour takes place aboard a climate-controlled shuttle, you can stay comfy even when Denver's weather isn't cooperating. In the event of extreme weather that makes travel unsafe, our team will contact guests with information about rescheduling or cancellation.

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Q: Is the Denver ghost bus tour wheelchair accessible?

The 14-passenger shuttle is not wheelchair accessible and does not have a wheelchair lift.

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Q: Can I book a private Denver ghost bus tour?

Yes. Private Denver ghost bus tours are available year-round for groups that want the Haunted Denver Bus exclusively for their own guests. Private tours can accommodate up to 54 guests in our larger buses and are ideal for families, corporate groups, celebrations and friends looking for a more personalized haunted Denver experience. Contact us via email (info@discoverdenvertours.com) with your preferred date(s), time(s) and group size to inquire about private-tour availability. More information about private Haunted Denver bus torus can be found here.

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Q: What should I wear on the Denver ghost bus tour?

We provide the chills. Denver weather can sit this one out. Something comfortable—and whatever makes you feel appropriately prepared to meet the undead. We love our guests that get into it and dress for the spooky occasion. Since you'll be riding in a climate-controlled shuttle, you won't need to dress like you're spending two hours standing in a cemetery. We still recommend comfortable clothing and shoes, because parts of the experience may involve brief, optional stops outside.

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Q: What is the best ghost tour in Denver?

Denver has several different types of ghost tours, including walking tours and bus-based experiences. Denver After Dark: The Haunted Denver Bus Tour is designed for guests who want a small-group experience, multiple haunted locations, Denver history and paranormal stories without spending the entire evening walking outside. The tour is limited to 14 guests and takes place aboard a climate-controlled shuttle.. Here is a link to some alternative walking ghost tour options.