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Aspen has long been a haven for the rich and famous who fly in to ski and socialize. The area is also popular for its year-round array of outdoor adventure activities. Mountains from Buttermilk, ideal for beginners, to Ajax, better for experts looking for a challenge, attract winter skiers from around the world. In the summer, scenic hiking and biking trails abound. Indoor types can shop the fashionable boutiques or head to any of the town's fine museums. No matter what your interests, Aspen is sure to deliver a top-notch vacation.
 
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Don't-Miss Attractions
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The Gant
Hotel Jerome
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Limelight Lodge
Aspen Mountain Lodge
Inn at Aspen Resort and Conference



Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten path, but all are worth a visit.
SkiingSkiing
Aspen Mountain ("Ajax"): Known as "the athlete's mountain," expert skiers flock to its challenging slopes.
Address: Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-1220
Admission fee
Aspen Highlands: A local favorite, the Highlands specialize in steep trails but also offer easier trails for novices.
Address: White River National Forest, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-1220
Admission fee
Buttermilk Mountain: Buttermilk is one of the best places in Aspen to learn to ski, brush up on your skills or just relax and take in the stunning scenery.
Address: 38700 Hwy 82, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-1220
Admission fee
HikingHiking
Grizzly Lake Trail: A three-mile hike through scenic woods leads you to sparkling Grizzly Lake, an ideal spot for a picnic.
Address: 806 W Hallam St, Hwy 82, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970 925 3445 (Forest-Service)
Free
Cathedral Lake Trail: This excellent hiking area outside Aspen is ideal for beginners and those who enjoy easier trails.
Address: Aspen, Colorado
Free
Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area: The 181,000 acres of Maroon Bells comprise Colorado's fourth-largest wilderness area and include more than 100 miles of trails and six peaks over 14,000 feet.
Address: Maroon Creek Road, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-3445 (Forest-Service)
Admission fee
MuseumsMuseums
Aspen Art Museum: The museum's picturesque setting on the Rio Grande Trail rivals its impressive collection of contemporary art.
Address: 590 N Mill St, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-8050
Admission fee
Wheeler/Stallard Museum: This museum charts the storied course of Aspen's modern history, from silver-mining boomtown of the l800s to the chic cultural, sports and snow center it is today.
Address: 620 West Bleeker Street, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-3721
Admission fee
Ghost townGhost town
Ashcroft Ghost Town: Once a prosperous silver mining town, the silver disappeared, the people moved out and the ghosts moved in. Twelve empty buildings stand as an eerie reminder of the community that was.
Address: Castle Creek Rd, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-3721
Donation suggested
Independence Ghost Town: Visitors can tour the remnants of this former mining town, deserted in the late 1800s after a severe storm knocked out supply routes.
Address: 620 West Bleeker St, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970-925-3721-(Aspen-Historical-Society)
Donation suggested; Closed October-May
RestaurantsRestaurants
Montagna Restaurant and Bar: Customers rave about the excellent food and terrific service at this restaurant inside the famous Little Nell Hotel.
Address: 675 E Durant St, Aspen, Colorado
Phone: 970 920 6330
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travelers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
Luxury hotelsLuxury hotels
The Gant
Popularity index: #1 in Aspen
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Hotel Jerome
Popularity index: #2 in Aspen
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The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Popularity index: #3 in Aspen
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Limelight Lodge
Popularity index: #1 in Aspen
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Aspen Mountain Lodge
Popularity index: #2 in Aspen
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Inn at Aspen Resort and Conference
Popularity index: #15 in Aspen
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Recommended Reading
"Below the Aspen price"  guardianunlimited.co.uk / The Guardian, Dec 15, 2007
Enjoy what this swanky resort town has to offer without breaking your wallet.
"Aspen is inviting in autumn"  USA Today
Fall is a beautiful season in Aspen, and far less expensive and crowded than summer or fall, especially midweek.
"The Final Four: Aspen, Colorado"  High on Adventure
Aspen offers four major ski areas, plus a charming town full of shops, galleries, fine restaurants and a rich history.
"Aspen offers something for everyone"  canada.com / Calgary Herald, Nov 18, 2006
With four ski resorts to choose from, Aspen is a great choice for a family winter vacation.
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