Location: Estes Park
Top Things to do in Estes Park
What to do and see in Estes Park, Colorado (CO): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Estes Park is located 7,522 feet above sea level, nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Shops, galleries and boutiques line the main street, which has a quaint, small-town ambiance. Exceptional outdoor adventures await both families and enthusiasts. Wildlife sightings, including elk and big horn sheep, are prevalent. Estes Park is the basecamp for adventures in Rocky Mountain National Park, where world-class hiking, rock climbing, backcountry skiing and scenic drives abound.
Restaurants in Estes Park
1. Elements of Touch Wellness Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 190 reviews
Recently voted one of Colorados " MUST VISIT" SPA by denver post 7/2019 !! Boutique wellness spa specializing in massage and wellness spa services in downtown Estes Park, on the river, with accommodations. A local favorite for 26 years. Three treatment rooms, soulful massages, couples treatments, body wraps, facials, hand and foot treatments, showers, all on a relaxed river front setting. Think small scale high quality , all therapists Lic & Insured. Recently won the 5280 magazine award for "Amazing Mountain Spa " in their Western Getaways feature. Stay for a one hour massage or stay the week and do our wellness program. Girlfriend getaways are available as are elopement packages, romantic weekends in Estes Park or just a place to relax and call home
Reviewed By laurenjeannette25
Katia was my masseuse for The Glacial Meltdown spa package and I loved every minute! She was wonderful at what she does all while being kind, calming, and easy to talk to. I definitely recommend giving it a try!
2. Affinity Massage and Wellness Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 395 reviews
Affinity Massage and Wellness Center continues to serve the Estes Park community, since 2005, with highly-skilled, experienced and professional therapists; providing therapeutic massage and wellness services including: Swedish Massage, Relaxation Massage, Deep-Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Pre/Post-Natal Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Rain Drop Treatment, Reflexology Sessions and Couples Massage, Event Massage and Wedding Party appointments. We are located on the downtown river walk, and open year round, 7 days a week (6 days in the winter), with a private front-door parking lot. We accept MC/Visa and Discover cards and Gift Certificates are available. More Than 40 years combined experience. COVID-19 Information-We are taking this virus very seriously, and have implemented cleaning and safety protocols above and beyond the state mandated requirements. Our goal is to provide the cleanest and safest massage experience for our guests and staff as well.
Reviewed By JeanetteM1361
Drove from Florida to Estes Park, in unknown beds, with unknown pillows and my body was hurting. I got an appointment, and they assigned me with Wendy. They couldn't have picked a better person. Extremely professional. She greeted me at the door, introduced herself and was very clear about what needed to be done. The covid policies were clear and well defined. She checked in with me on pressure throughout the massage and really listened to and addressed my needs. I highly recommend Wendy!
3. Brownfield's
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 300 reviews
Brownfield's is a vacation tradition and a "locals" favorite. Brownfield's is a large souvenir store with an outdoor flavor. They have apparel, hiking goods and Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park/Colorado souvenirs. Their wide selection of quality merchandise is sold at a reasonable price with friendly service. Brownfield's is a seasonal business open from Memorial Day Weekend through early November.
Reviewed By 303LydiaJW
We love visiting Brownfield's! It is a must stop for our family. Excellent quality products, from shirts to mugs and souvenirs in between, best prices in town, and friendly staff make it a favorite place to shop. I would highly recommend putting them on your list of places to shop.
4. Estes Park Massage
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 376 reviews
At Estes Park Massage we focus on providing bodywork and healing. Each massage is catered to the requests of the client. Quality is always our first priority, quantity is not. We have many massage modalities, hydrotherapy, face masks, elixirs, wraps, and scrubs. We love bodywork and look forward to relaxing you!
Reviewed By kykatie - Union, United States
My husband and I did a 90 minute couples massage as well as a facial mask for me and a detox soak for him. I was with Autumn and my husband was with Sarah and both of them were fantastic. We were given such a relaxing experience and both of us felt that our massages were truly customized for our needs. Autumn and Sarah both took the time to listen to us and recognize where our problem areas were vs. just going through the motions of a “standard” massage. The room we were in was large, private and very clean. I would highly recommend Estes Park Massage for a day of bliss and relaxation. You won’t regret it!
5. Mountain Blown Glass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 250 reviews
A local family owned and operated hand blown glass studio and gallery! Watch live demo's daily!
Reviewed By Leman121 - Roanoke, United States
This was a very interesting place to visit. It was very intriguing to watch him make glass creations.
6. Macdonald Book Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Mayasmommy05 - New Braunfels, United States
Lovely little bookstore, full of different genres and the staff was very helpful. Our family loved roaming around finding some treasures.
7. Aspen and Evergreen Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 167 reviews
Estes Park's finest art gallery featuring the Fine-art Photography of James Frank as well as art by more than 40 Estes Park and Colorado artists. In addition to photography, you'll find an array of original paintings, artisan jewelry, sculpture, exquisite woodwork, blown glass, pottery, sculpture, gourd art, and so much more. We're open all year, will ship your uniquely chosen art to you and offer free gift wrapping. We can't wait to meet you!
Reviewed By angie1027
This is not a "souvenir" shop. They sell handmade items (bowls, mugs, etc), jewelry, and art, primarily made by local artisans. The offerings are beautiful! Some of the items are rather expensive, though there is a wide range of prices. I was looking for a piece of art and as soon as I saw it I was in love. I purchased a small framed oil painting by an artist who is quite local and the lady managing the shop wrapped it with much care and included a sheet of information about the artist (Jennifer Cline).
8. Patterson Glassworks Studio & Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
Art gallery and Glassblowing studio . Watch live blown glass demos and check out lots of blown glass in our gallery.
Reviewed By LisaRM - Denver, United States
I have been going to this lovely shop since I was a kid. It's the best glass studio there is! The artists are so kind and helpful and their art is creative, thoughtful and fun. If you are looking for a small piece or a larger, stand-out piece you can find both and everything in between. It's one of my favorite stops in Estes Park. Thank you for creating such inspiring and memorable pieces of art to share with all!
9. The Taffy Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 141 reviews
Estes Park's original Salt Water Taffy Shop, in business since 1935. Made fresh from scratch!
Reviewed By ATXneko
I grew up coming to Estes Park every summer as a kid, and when I finally made it back as an adult with my husband, I was worried that it might have changed too much. When I saw the Taffy Shop, with its original taffy pulling machine in the window and the ornate white wrought iron decorations, I was instantly relieved and fascinated all over again by this charming and delicious gem of a store. The flavors and quality of the taffy is unbeatable. We have been returning to Estes Park regularly since then, and we always make several stops to the Taffy Shop. The best feeling is hearing my daughters both say that they look forward to bringing their own families here someday. I gave my husband a taffy-of-the quarter birthday present one year, and it’s hands down has been his favorite gift ever! Recently, we were visiting and buying boxes for both of our girls. One lives out of town, and the shop made it so easy by handling the shipping for us at a very reasonable charge. Also, after taking care of that order, my daughter asked for a change. The lady who was working that day (Sun. March 1st, 2020) was very kind and understanding, and she went to the back to get the box and make the change. She was awesome!
