Location: Breckenridge
Top Things to do in Breckenridge
What to do and see in Breckenridge, Colorado (CO): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Once a mountain mining town decimated and nearly destroyed by river dredging, the surprisingly versatile Breckenridge has bounced back over the last century to become one of Colorado's top year round alpine getaways, with all-seasons activities galore. Restoration of the river area has led to the creation of pristine hiking trails and greenery in the summer months, but winter is the real draw. Skiers flock to the groomed slopes, chutes and bowls of Breckenridge Ski Resort by the million.
Restaurants in Breckenridge
1. Vail Pass Path
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By GoPlaces789170 - Texas Gulf Coast, United States
This is one of our favorite bike rides. A number of bike rental companies will haul you and your bike to the top of Vail Pass free with the rental of a bike. I've only done the ride from Vail Pass into Frisco, where the ride is mostly downhill. It takes you past Copper Mountain (you can stop and ride the chair lift to the top for great views!) and into Frisco -- a great place to stop for lunch (many wonderful shops and restaurants along Main Street). If you have the bike for the day, you can ride on trails around Lake Dillon. As an option, you can also go down on the other side of Vail Pass into Vail and on to Lionshead. If you're doing more than just riding from Vail back to return your bike, be sure to get a lock for your bike(s). Most places will include it in the rental.
2. Broken Compass Brewery & Tap House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By Cckoffarnus - Appleton, United States
This is a must visit if you love craft beer! Great beer,dog friendly, friendly staff, and a great shuttle service! Mike,the shuttle driver was awesome! We will return!
3. Mohawk Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By mitchellm915
Pretty straightforward hike with beautiful waterfalls, lakes and above tree line views. About 6 miles round trip from the lower trailhead parking area where you can take the road or catch Spruce Creek Trail through the pines. Suggest you bring a lunch or snacks and plenty of water or a water filter. Trekking poles will help to make your way through some of the rock areas, but are not required. We took about 4.5 hours, taking our time, sitting up above the upper lake to enjoy lunch with a view. Morning hours are best to avoid the afternoon storms.
4. Blue Lakes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By eX6041PF
This hike had it all! Most amazing Scenery. Not difficult. Random Cabin in woods, we saw many mountain goats, cave, waterfall, lake, marmots. Amazing experience. Will recommend for everyone who comes!
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. Mountain Time Escape Rooms
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5.0 based on 318 reviews
Recognized Top 48 in the US, come check out one of the Best Things To Do in Breck: Private Escape Room Games with 3 Locations and 3 Original Themes to ensure Your Group Only. Our goal is to give you an experience you will remember for a lifetime! You will be immersed into the scene with Multiple Rooms and Special Effects found in the movies or large theme parks. Bringing you laughs and conversations for days! Alert help for tools or prove Bigfoot exists or trap pesky spirits from Breck's Past! Book Your Adventure Today with Breckenridge's Locally Owned and Operated Escape Room since 2016
Reviewed By jtbadams - Gonzales, United States
We chose the Avalanche Room for a family outing (5 adults). Scott our game master was very helpful when we needed clues and was very welcoming upon entry. Some in our party had not done an escape room before and they found it fun and challenging. Absolutely worth it and each person contributes something. Definitely a don't miss adventure
7. Isak Heartstone
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By MikeRags1957 - Comunidad, Costa Rica
2nd time we visited Isak. Took a photo with the entire family, Short hike to see Isak. The trail was icy, but OK.
8. Stephen C. West Ice Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Due to local and state COVID-19 restrictions, ice skating capacity is limited, and sessions are available by reservation only. Ice sports lovers are right at home at Summit County's only year-round facility. A covered outdoor rink (open mid-October to March) flanks a 37,000 sq. ft. indoor NHL-size rink with seating for 500, locker rooms and meeting rooms. Visit for public skating and drop-in hockey sessions with convenient equipment rental at the full-service pro shop. Youth and adult hockey leagues run year-round with no spectator fees. And don't miss the biannual ice shows! Group admission, lesson and rental rates available for 10+ people. Ask about our party packages!
Reviewed By KalaniM_12 - Minden, United States
While on a skiing trip to Breck, we were invited to watch a hockey game at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena. We went and were so impressed with the arena!! Great area and super attraction!! Hopefully we will get to ice skate on our next trip!!
9. Breckenridge Recreation Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Due to local and state COVID-19 restrictions, limited areas of the Rec Center are available by reservation only. The leisure pool, hot tubs, climbing wall and indoor playground are temporarily closed. This recently renovated 80,000-square-foot facility is your Breckenridge destination for affordable family fun! Explore our varied schedule of fitness classes taught by certified, experienced and motivating instructors – they’re free with admission! Or hit the new TRX studio, cycling studio, cardio deck, circuit and free-weight spaces. The aquatic center is open to lap lane swimming reservations. If you're into racket sports, stop by the new Breckenridge Tennis Center for near-daily clincs, pickleball and open play. Play all summer on clay and hard courts. Outdoor amenities include lighted softball fields, grass and turf sports fields, playgrounds, basketball court and .4 acre skateboard park with an 11-foot bowl and features for skaters of all levels.
Reviewed By Dawn711 - Breckenridge, United States
Love the varied group fitness classes, including water aerobics, Pilates and Body Pump. Good instructors who offer modifications when needed.
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.
