Colorado Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Colorado

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Things to do

Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver

€124

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

€15

per traveller

88% of travellers recommend

Denver: Meow Wolf's Convergence Station Admission Ticket

Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

€37

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park

€18

per traveller

100% of travellers recommend

Rocky Mountain and Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

€22

per traveller

Rocky Mountain Escape

€88

per traveller

96% of travellers recommend

Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites

€39

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

€97

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Black Canyon of the Gunnison Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

€9

per traveller

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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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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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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5. US Air Force Academy

Step onto the campus of the US Air Force Academy to discover what goes into the training of the country's elite air force personnel. Every year, the military institution puts hundreds of cadets through a rigorous 4-year academic program.

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6. 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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What to do in Colorado

Stay near popular Colorado attractions

Breckenridge Ski Resort

9.4/10 (2,956 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.

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Where to stay in Colorado

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Downtown Denver

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to Ellie Caulkins Opera House – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, stunning ski slopes and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Beaver Creek Ski Area or Vilar Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Vail Village

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

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Historic District

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 Quandary Antiques Cabin & Ceramic Studio might round out your trip.

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Peak 9

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.

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