Top Things to do in Colorado
Top Hotels in Colorado
- 1. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 2. Grand Hyatt Denver
- 3. Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk
- 4. Le Meridien Denver Downtown
- 5. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Fillmore Inn
- 6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Trinidad
- 7. The Oxford Hotel
- 8. Origin Hotel Red Rocks
- 9. SCP Colorado Springs Hotel
- 10. Warwick Denver
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Colorado That You Shouldn't Miss
Colorado is home to no less than twenty-six ski resorts such as those in Vail and Breckenridge; other winter activities include snowboarding, sledding, sleigh rides, snow hiking and snowmobiling. The state is blessed with national parks, grasslands and forests where in warmer weather you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or rock climbing. Wildlife abounds, from bears to moose and raccoons to wolverines. More interested in local history? Head for either the Ute Indian Museum or the Koshare Indian Museum, and don't miss the forts such as Fort Garland and Bent's Old Fort. For a complete change, why not take a ride in a hot air balloon from South Park Valley or Boulder and admire Colorado's picturesque landscape from above?
Restaurants in Colorado
1. Independence Pass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,695 reviews
Reviewed By 688juddc - Aspen, United States
Everyone should check out the Continental Divide and Independence Pass - also a fantastic bicycle ride up from the Aspen side - best early in the day or in the off-seasons, due to narrow sections and sometimes heavy traffic. There are a lot of places to pull off and admire the scenery, take pics, or go for a little hike - especially alongside the creek, at the Grottos - where there's a plunge pool (not safe in times of heavy water runoff). Also several camping sites exist closer to the Aspen side where the scenery is all amazing...
2. Center for American Values
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
Come for a serene visit, walk hallowed ground, and leave inspired. We invite you to visit the Center for American Values, located on the Historic Pueblo Riverwalk in Pueblo, Colorado. Pueblo is the “Home of Heroes” and proud host of the 2017 Medal of Honor Convention. The Center is open daily from 10:00am to 4:00pm and is free. The Center is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization formed in 2010 for charitable and educational purposes. The Center’s visionary and Co-founder is Pueblo native, and Medal of Honor recipient Drew Dix. Along with its education focus, the Center hosts the “Portraits of Valor” gallery, an extraordinary collection of more than 150 portraits of our countries living Medal of Honor Recipients. The exhibit is one of two permanent displays in the country; the other is displayed in the Pentagon. The exhibit is a powerful example of the self-sacrifice of ordinary individuals who have served in harm’s way to protect the freedoms we all enjoy. Some guests choose to sit and reflect at the immense power of the portraits while others enjoy reading the inspiring quotes that accompany each portrait. The Center also includes a World Trade Center (WTC) Steel Memorial located at the Center’s entrance. In 2012 members of the New York City Fire Department visited the Center to dedicate the WTC Steel Memorial. Visitors are reminded of how vital the Center’s core values of honor, integrity and patriotism are to the freedoms we enjoy and to the future of our great country.
Reviewed By colorado71 - Colorado Springs, United States
My wife and I recently visited the Medal of Honor Gallery at the Center for American Values along the Pueblo River Walk. Very educational, very inspirational, very humbling. Pictures with quotes from 150 living Medal of Honor recipients -- WWII to today. What rung so true: their words were not about themselves or their actions; rather they were about their love of this country, their belief in the principles of the Constitution, and their dedication to their comrades in arms. Give yourself an hour+ to watch the opening video, read every quote, see every picture, and listen to the docents update you on the lives of the American heroes. For 1st time visitors: free parking 1 block away & no admission charge. Do yourself a favor: visit this Gallery!
3. Loveland Pass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By NorthTX - Dallas, United States
It’s well above the tree line so the views of the mountains all around you is amazing. We did this in August and you could still see some snow in the crevices of the mountains. The temperature was an ideal 76 degree, which was a wonderful break from the 100 degrees back home in TX. There is limited parking off the road US 6, across from the sign marking the Continental Divide. If you’re coming from Keystone there is additional parking about 100 yards prior to the site but, you need to walk up to the trails from there and you need to be very careful because there’s no room to walk on the southern side of the road and only a few feet wide walkway on the northern side. You can walk up a steep mountain side from Loveland Pass to get even better views from various high points along a gravel and rocky path. This is 12,000 feet elevation so if you’re a flatlander like me you probably should wait to do this after you’ve been in the area for a few days and drink plenty of water. Loveland Pass is just a 15-minute drive from Keystone. We stayed there at the Flying Dutchman # 1137, a great place to stay that was recently remodeled (it’s managed by Summit Cove properties). We hiked all over the area, the Meadow and Ridge trail around Lake Dillon, the Swan Mountain Rd trail and we visited Breckenridge, Frisco, Silverthorne, Dillion Lake (lunch at the Island Café, which I review separately), and even Vail. It was a great summer trip!
4. Owl Creek Pass and Silver Jack Reservoir
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By A6586KOkenk
If you beauty and nature this drive is a must do. It is breathtaking and well worth you time. The roads are a little rough but my crossover did just fine. Would be so much more awesome in a 4 wheel drive
5. Sapphire Point Overlook
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By pasowine - Paso Robles, United States
This Overlook is just a few miles north of Breckenridge - easy to get to. The overlook has amazing views of Lake Dillon. There is a wonderful loop trail that the overlook is on. You can head left or right from the parking lot and you will come to the overlook shortly. Easy hike for people - saw families picnicking as well on the picnic tables at the eastern side of the loop trail.
6. Byers Canyon
7. Historic Downtown Durango
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,811 reviews
Historic Downtown Durango is the heart of the community. Filled with over 200 unique shops, stores and restaurants, Downtown Durango has something for everyone. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is located in Downtown, and has daily excursions plus a FREE museum. The Strater Hotel is also in Downtown and has been in operation since the 1800's. We have wonderful restaurants, from fast food to fine dining and everything in between. Plus there are amazing shops with unique items, including nearly a dozen world class art galleries. To learn more about Historic Downtown Durango, visit our website, and use the FREE wifi Downtown at Durango WiFi. Thanks for visiting!
Reviewed By LaurieM271 - North Port, United States
What a great town, we spent two nights here and had a blast, Lots of things going on lots of shops absolutely love this town and will be back again.
8. Historical Society of Idaho Springs
9. Steamboat Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,705 reviews
A year-round resort offering winter and spring skiing on 165 trails of trademark "champagne powder," plus hiking, biking and other outdoor activities in summer and fall.
Reviewed By kimhM1956FR
By far my best ski experience in the U.S. SUPER friendly and helpful staff. Not crowded at all. New gondola is fabulous. Groomed runs exceptional. As a solid intermediate skier I had a wonderful experience.
10. Main Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,927 reviews
The historical section of Breckenridge.
Reviewed By tarac449 - Benson, United States
Everything was decorated beautifully for Christmas. The shop workers are friendly and helpful. Cute shops, good food and the cutest, quaintest atmosphere. There are only like 2 places to use the bathroom on the entire street, one being at the Welcome Center. And Breck is "bagless" so go prepared with your own bag or be prepared to pay $0.10 for a bag. Just don't drive to Main St. Parking is limited and traffic is plentiful. Walk, take the bus or ride the trolley. Uber is totally unreliable in this town! Lack of drivers and frequent rate surges due to demand made Uber unreliable.
