Location: Grand Junction
Top Things to do in Grand Junction
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Grand Junction, Colorado (CO)
Flanked by lakes, mountains and intriguing rock formations, Grand Junction offers a different side of Colorado. Mild weather year-round creates an agricultural oasis for 22 different wineries. Mountain bike along winding desert trails, wine and dine next to majestic rivers, and peruse a variety of shops, galleries and boutiques. For breathtaking natural beauty, don’t miss Grand Mesa National Forest and Colorado National Monument’s 23-mile stretch of scenic overlooks.
Restaurants in Grand Junction
1. Grand Mesa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 720 reviews
The world's largest flat-topped mountain is covered with stream fed lakes.
Reviewed By Flyer668926 - Grand Junction, United States
A gorgeous paradise 45 minutes from Grand Junction..The largest flat plateau in the world with over 200 lakes..The temperature is 25 to 30 degrees cooler in the summer than Grand Junction..Great hiking, horse back riding, fishing and camping.I have been going to this area for 50 years and still love it!
2. Dominguez Canyon
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
A spectacular red rock canyon.
Reviewed By ontheroad133 - Knoxville, United States
We hiked the Bridgeport trail which was mostly dry even though snow blanketed some of the entrance road off Route 50. Quiet and peaceful, this hike was beautiful with steep canyon walls, a bubbling stream and almost a mystical feeling as we were walking where ancient people had once walked. We met no one but a flock of wild turkeys during our 6 hour trek. If you want to get away from it all for a winter hike, this is the place. After you cross the railroad tracks, the trail is still quite a ways. Look for a bridge across the river marked "no entry" and the bridge you want is just beyond it up river. There is a wooden fence and a BLM map and sign just before the bridge.
3. Grand Junction Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Our tours provide several stops in local restaurants for some amazing food, along with hearing personal stories from some of our chefs and local business owners. In addition, the walking part of the tour allows time for informal sharing of historical insights to the area that you might otherwise miss out on!
4. John McConnell Math and Science Center
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5.0 based on 75 reviews
We create excitement for science, technology, engineering and math for kids 3-93 by offering creative hands-on experiences. Exploring wonders- Expanding Minds!
5. Enstrom's
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5.0 based on 248 reviews
Reviewed By alanh45953 - Henderson, United States
Hi. In walking around downtown for the first time just exploring the area we had to go in here. All kinds of sweets home made and otherwise. We settled on a couple waffle cones and a couple of elephant feet I thing. Those were huge candy’s made of Carmel pecans and chocolate. Terrific.
6. The Palette
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
The Palette is Grand Junction's most exciting new venue for Art & Entertainment. With a variety of classes offered, you're sure to find a painting that you simply must try! Perfect for a creative date night or girls night, The Palette offers you the chance to try something new while having a great time! Not too artistic? Not a problem. Our enthuastic instructors will guide you step by step as you enjoy a night out with good friends, good wine, and an opportunity to "Uncork Your Inner Artist"!
7. Body Therapeutics Medical Massage
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
With over 250 years of combined experience, each of our massage therapists have received training in different schools all over the country, giving Body the most well rounded and diverse knowledge and approach to body work. We are experts in our field and have the perfect massage style to fit every body. Treating the Mind, Body and Soul, we can offer an experience found nowhere else in the valley. With our diverse treatment options, we can take you from our oxygen lounge with chamomile infusion to float pool to Halo (salt) therapy and into our luxurious eucalyptus wood infrared sauna. You're just an hour away from complete relaxation...
8. Cross Orchards Historic Site
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
This restored turn of the century village where a thriving apple packing business once existed is now a historical site with docents dressed in period clothes who describe life at that time.
9. Canyon View Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By E377GVstepheng - Grand Junction, United States
Every time the 8 yr old grandkids visit, we must take them to the playground at Canyon View. There’s nothing like it in the Valley.
10. Downtown Grand Junction
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 694 reviews
Reviewed By rebeccamerritt - Grand Lake, United States
With local art, cute shops, and delicious food options, don’t skip the heart of Grand Junction on your visit. I come to town for work and love staying downtown. Lots of reasonable hotels.
