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Colorado Springs Taco and Cocktail Walking Tour 2 hr
Very goodTop 16% in Colorado Springs
113 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- Colorado Springs
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Taste tacos and cocktails at three downtown Colorado Springs restaurants on a guided walking tour filled with local stories and weekend energy.
About this tour
Follow the aromas of sizzling tacos and fresh citrus through downtown Colorado Springs on a lively, flavor-filled walking tour. Over two hours, visit three local restaurants along Tejon Street and pair each stop with a cocktail or a zero-proof drink.
Taste three tacos alongside chips, salsa, and queso, with water available at each location. As you stroll between restaurants, your local guide shares stories of Prohibition in the Wild West and offers tips for downtown dining and nightlife. The experience brings together regional food, spirited drinks, and a closer look at the city’s local scene. Tours are offered Friday and Saturday afternoons, making this a festive way to start the weekend.
Guests must be 21 or older, and dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated. Meet in the lobby of The Element Hotel 15 minutes before departure; parking is not included. Come hungry and discover Colorado Springs Taco and Cocktail Walking Tour one delicious stop at a time.
Highlights
- Sample tacos and cocktails at three downtown restaurants
- Sip margaritas, tequila cocktails, or zero-proof options
- Enjoy chips, salsa, and queso between tastings
- Hear local stories as you stroll along Tejon Street
- Get tips for Colorado Springs dining and nightlife
What's included
Included
- Three tacos
- Three cocktails or mocktails, including nonalcoholic options
- Chips, salsa, and queso
- Local tour leader or guide
- Water at all locations
- Historical storytelling about Prohibition in the Wild West
Not included
- Tour leader gratuity; 18–22% suggested
- Parking
Ratings on each provider
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Viator
4.94 / 5 · 105 reviews
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View on GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide
5.00 / 5 · 8 reviews
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Important information
- Guests must be 21 or older
- Bring a passport or ID card
- All participants must sign a standard waiver at the start of the tour
- Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated; not recommended for guests who are dairy- or gluten-free
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- Not recommended for pregnant travelers or travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Tour is weather-dependent; severe weather may lead to an alternative date or a full refund
- A minimum number of participants is required; if unmet, choose another date or experience or receive a full refund
- Meet in the lobby of The Element Hotel and arrive 15 minutes early
- Parking is not included; a garage across the street at 55 Costilla St is recommended at $1.25 per hour
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The guided walking tour lasts 2 hours.
What food and drinks are included?
The tour includes three tacos, three cocktails or mocktails, chips, salsa, queso, and water at the tasting locations.
Are nonalcoholic drinks available?
Yes. Zero-proof and other nonalcoholic options are available.
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
No. Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated, and the tour is not recommended for guests who are dairy- or gluten-free.
What happens if severe weather cancels the tour?
You can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.94 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in Colorado Springs
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.6. Top 16% in Colorado Springs means it ranks in the top 16% of tours in Colorado Springs by this score.
Provider rating distribution in Colorado Springs
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- GetYourGuide
- Viator
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