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1. Breckenridge Ski Resort

Explore the slopes of Breckenridge Ski Resort, one of the Western Hemisphere’s most popular ski destinations. Trails traverse five magnificent peaks along the Tenmile Range in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Ski, snowboard, snowmobile or sled along the resort’s world-class groomed slopes or discover a variety of backcountry space and stunning cross-country trails. After a long day enjoying the outdoors, investigate the area’s gold-rush heritage and find exciting dining in the town of Breckenridge.

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Breckenridge Ski Resort showing snow skiing, forests and snow

2. Winter Park Ski Resort

Visit Winter Park Ski Resort for year-round adventures amid Fraser Valley’s stunning natural beauty. Enjoy activities from skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing to mountain biking and mineral panning. Winter Park Ski Resort opened in 1940 as a facility for residents of Denver. Today, it’s one of Colorado’s most popular mountain resorts.

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Winter Park Ski Resort featuring landscape views, mountains and forest scenes

3. Red Rocks Amphitheater

Neil Young, The Beatles, U2 and Jimi Hendrix have all played at the fabulous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, as have numerous operas and top-class orchestras. This venue is loved by the stars for its incredible atmosphere and the wonderful acoustics provided by the surrounding walls, making it one of the most coveted venues on the circuit.

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Red Rocks Amphitheatre featuring snow and theatre scenes

4. Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park is beautiful in the spring with slopes of wildflowers and in the winter with a blanket of pure, white snow. Come here to hike, look for wildlife, see the Continental Divide and appreciate nature.

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5. Garden of the Gods

The rugged landscape of the western states of America has long been central to the region’s reputation as the Wild West and the Garden of the Gods is a stunning example of this terrain. As the low, grassy plains around Denver give way to dense woodlands, a series of rock formations rise dramatically upwards. These phenomenal red rocks are the centerpieces of the 1,367-acre (553-hectare) Garden of the Gods park, a favorite destination for hikers, mountain bikers and other lovers of the great outdoors.

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Garden of the Gods showing mountains and tranquil scenes

6. Keystone Ski Resort

Keystone Ski Resort is well known as one of the region’s top family-friendly ski destinations. While the resort provides plenty of runs for novice and intermediate skiers, it also offers an extensive range of black runs. Be sure to try illuminated night skiing in the spring.

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Keystone Ski Resort which includes snow skiing, forests and tranquil scenes

7. Vail Ski Resort

After all, this gem of Eagle County is one of North America’s largest ski spots; together with Beaver Creek, the area offers more than 7,000 acres of skiable terrain with nearly 350 trails and six individual parks. What’s more, though the region is known for its star-studded villages and luxurious properties, it’s not difficult to track down deals and discount prices on ski rentals, lift tickets and Vail ski packages during any season. To put it bluntly, Vail skiing utterly epitomizes the sport.

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Vail Ski Resort featuring a luxury hotel or resort and night scenes

8. Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak is 4,300 metres tall and commands fantastic views, as well as being home to a hair-raising mountainside train. The peak was named for the explorer Zebulon Pike, and the team he lead to the area in 1806. Later, the celebrated poem “America the Beautiful” by Katherine Lee Bates was written following her experience on this lofty peak looking over the imposing Rocky Mountains.

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What to do in Colorado

Popular places to visit

Breckenridge Ski Resort

4.5/5(12 reviews)

A ski resort that impresses visitors with five breathtaking peaks, a huge variety of slopes and fantastic modern facilities. Nearby is a charming Victorian-era town.

Winter Park Ski Resort

5/5(2 reviews)

With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts.

Union Station

4.5/5(21 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Red Rocks Amphitheater

5/5(9 reviews)

This “cathedral” to rock music has attracted some of the biggest names with its incredible natural setting.

Estes Park which includes tranquil scenes, hiking or walking and a river or creek

Rocky Mountain National Park

Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky.

Garden of the Gods

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.

Colorado Convention Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Colorado Convention Center, a top convention centre in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Keystone Ski Resort

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Take advantage of excellent night skiing opportunities as well as a range of challenging runs at this popular resort.

Vail Ski Resort

5/5(11 reviews)

Ask any traveler to name the perfect winter destination, and the Vail Ski Resort will likely be at the top of his or her list.

Areas of Colorado

Downtown Denver

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Discover Denver is at its most dynamic in this central district, which has cool craft breweries, bars, galleries, boutiques and entertainment venues.

Beaver Creek

5/5(1 area review)

Ride escalators between the plazas of this exclusive gated resort village and enjoy warm cookies after an afternoon on the slopes.

Vail Ski Resort featuring landscape views, snow and mountains

Vail Village

If you're spending some time in Vail Village, Vail Ski Resort and Gondola One Ski Lift are top sights worth seeing.

Breckenridge which includes outdoor art, street performance and snow

Historic District

5/5(4 area reviews)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Historic District. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Breckenridge Arts District might round out your trip.

Downtown Aspen

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola.

Peak 9

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Peak 9. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Peak 8 SuperConnect Lift might round out your trip.