Visit East Aspen
Popular places to visit
Aspen Mountain
At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.
Aspen Highlands
Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.
Buttermilk Mountain
Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.
Maroon Bells
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.
The John Denver Sanctuary
Find out about the history of Aspen when you take a trip to The John Denver Sanctuary. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its ski slopes.
Aspen Recreation Center
Enjoy an outing to Aspen Recreation Center during your stay in Aspen. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area or enjoy its ski slopes.
Things to do
Aspen: From Past to Present History Walking Tour
Aspen's Past to Present Historic Tour
World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains
Top hotels in East Aspen
The Gant
Staff was excellent, services was excellent, room was spacious, clean, quite. The car services 10 stars. Each lady at front desk where excellent, EACH one of them hands down where great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Chateau Eau Claire & Roaring Fork by Frias Properties
Our stay was fantastic. Within walking distance of the gondola and shopping areas. The place itself was really clean and tidy and check in was easy enough.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025
The Gant Luxury 2BR-2BA Suite
The condo was super spacious and had everything we needed for a family of 5. Loved the steam room feature inside the master bathroom. Perfect to re-energize after a long day on Aspen Mountain! The free, on-demand shuttle service to and from the Gant and anywhere downtown/ Gondola was ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Inn at Aspen
Clean room
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Room was nice. But smell from the heather was nasty.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
If you’re looking for an inexpensive option in the village of Aspen, this is the best of the best. The employees are lovely, the morning breakfast has b&b vibes, the pool is always steaming and hot and it’s walkable to Ajax mountain and everything in town. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Aspen
Riverside
Though Riverside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Silver Queen Gondola and Wagner Park.
Downtown Aspen
While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola.
Aspen Grove
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aspen Grove and surrounding area, you can visit Silver Queen Gondola and Roaring Fork River.
Smuggler
When in Smuggler, you can plan a visit to Roaring Fork River and Rio Grande Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Knollwood
While Knollwood isn't home to many top sights, Silver Queen Gondola and Wagner Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Oklahoma Flats
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Oklahoma Flats and surrounding area, you can visit Roaring Fork River and Rio Grande Park.
