Central Colorado Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Colorado
Colorado
Colorado featuring snow and mountains
Golden
Golden featuring snow and mountains

Where to stay in Central Colorado

Aspen showing snow and mountains

Downtown Aspen

While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wheeler Opera House and Wagner Park.

Downtown Aspen
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Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to South Suburban Sports Complex and Highlands Ranch Golf Club while you're in town.

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Denver West

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Mountain views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Denver West. Make a stop by Colorado Mills Mall or Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park while you're exploring.

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Downtown Salida

You'll enjoy the bars and riverfront in Downtown Salida. You might want to make time for a stop at SteamPlant Theater and Event Center or Arkansas River.

Downtown Salida
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Applewood West

If you're spending some time in Applewood West, Clear Creek and Applewood Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

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Ken Caryl

Ken Caryl is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Deer Creek Golf Club, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Ken Caryl
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
4 out of 5
111 Richman St, Black Hawk, CO
The price is NZ$258 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Black Hawk. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,692 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with casino. Only 2 restaurants to choose from during weekdays. Fireside Grill was reasonable but the other restaurant was pricey. The buffet is only available on weekends. Customer service was excellent."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
4 out of 5
488 Main St, Black Hawk, CO
The price is NZ$230 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Black Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,196 reviews)
"Happy"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel
Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18485 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO
The price is NZ$247 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Golden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,210 reviews)
"A great location to get to a lot of what Golden has to offer, and really excellent customer service. There was some renovation work going on, but it was quiet and mostly kept out of the way. It was avery slow time for the hotel, but as noted, the service was great."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel
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The Gant
The Gant
4 out of 5
610 SOUTH WEST END STREET, Aspen, CO
Stay at this 4-star boutique condo in Aspen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (865 reviews)
"Beautiful setting"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

The Gant
Laurelwood Condominiums
Laurelwood Condominiums
3 out of 5
640 Carriage Way, Snowmass Village, CO
Stay at this 3-star ski condo in Snowmass Village. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,335 reviews)
"clean"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Laurelwood Condominiums
Colorado Bear Creek Cabins
Colorado Bear Creek Cabins
3.5 out of 5
27400 St Hwy 74, Evergreen, CO
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Evergreen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Red Rocks Amphitheater and Hiwan Homestead Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (368 reviews)
"Wonderful location and cozy cabin experience! We look forward to coming back again!"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

Colorado Bear Creek Cabins
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Popular places to visit

Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theatre scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

5/5(4 reviews)

Catch a concert, do yoga, or tramp through beautiful unspoiled terrain – all in the heart of the world’s most stunning natural amphitheatre.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Aspen Mountain

Aspen Mountain

5/5(3 reviews)

At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.

Aspen Mountain
Aspen Highlands showing a lake or waterhole, tranquil scenes and landscape views

Maroon Bells

Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Maroon Bells
Snowmass Mountain

Snowmass Mountain

5/5(3 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Snowmass Village with a visit to Snowmass Mountain. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this quaint area.

Snowmass Mountain
Park Meadows Mall

Park Meadows Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Park Meadows Mall during your trip to Lone Tree. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Park Meadows Mall
Royal Gorge Bridge

Royal Gorge Bridge

Walk along the tallest suspension bridge in the United States and experience a cliff top thrill ride at a rocky river canyon.

Royal Gorge Bridge

Cities near Central Colorado

Aspen

Aspen

Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs

City Park which includes autumn colours, a garden and landscape views

Denver

Grand Junction

Grand Junction