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Outlaws, Whores & History Tour provided by Steve's Original Salida Walking Tours

Overview
Details for this tour are based on the best-selling Salida Sam historical book series, written by local historian, Steven T. Chapman.

Walk into wild west Salida on this intimate small-group experience. Relive our violent past, gain insights into the rowdy culture, and discover architectural wonders with your professional guide. Be captivated by fascinating tales of Salida's exciting, and sometimes vicious, history.

​~ Learn why it's pronounced Sah-LIE-Dah, not Sah-LEE-Dah
~ Salida was originally named South Arkansas--what changed?
~ Knife fights, brutal beatings, and the murder of a local Marshal​
~ Experience the bawdy brothel district
~ See the exact locations of horrific crimes and working women

Costumed guides lead this intimate, small-group walking tour. Almost immediately, you'll be transported into Salida's remarkable, often violent past. Visitors and residents alike are amazed to learn the many hidden secrets of Colorado's largest National Historic District.
City: Buena Vista
Tue 24 Dec
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Starting at $37.00
Tue 24 Dec
Starting at $37.00
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What's Included
Local guide
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
What To Expect
1
Riverside Park
Walking through historic downtown Salida
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (22)
Climber365866
Aug 2020
It was so much fun to tour the town and learn about the early settlers, the madams roles, why they decided to locate the town where they did, the architecture, the importance of the RxR and how law and order was enforced. Our tour guide was awesome. I can’t wait to take another tour on a different topic.
Response from Host
Sep 2020
Thank you! We love sharing the history of this cool little town and appreciate the kind review.
87jimmiem
Jun 2020
Our tour guide, Steve, was very knowledgeable about the history of the area. He also threw in some interesting and intertaining stories. Paying and signing documents was an easy process. Nice small town vibe. It seemed almost everyone in town knew Steve and stopped to chat or just say hello.
Response from Host
Jul 2020
Your group was a lot of fun. So happy you had a good time!
NewMexicoSue
Jun 2020
I am a local and absolutely loved the wild west tour with Steve Chapman. I learned tons about my little community. Steve is extraordinarily pleasant and congenial and I highly recommend any of the salida walking tours.
Response from Host
Jun 2020
Thank you! It always makes my day to see happy words from satisfied guests.

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