Things To Do In Aspen: Aspen Activities and Attractions

If you're staying at the Ritz Carlton Residence Club Aspen Highlands, then you already know about the amazing ski-in/ski-out fun to be had at Aspen Highlands Mountain, or the trendy apres ski scene at the Ritz's Willow Creek Bistro. If you are thinking about seeing the town and participating in some of the fun local activities, here are some suggestions: 

1. Foodie Food Tours: This walking tour of Aspen takes tourists to various Aspen eateries and shops. Foodie Food Tours provides tastings, local's tips on where to go and what to eat, and the opportunity to meet restaurant owners and chefs.

Food tours take place Wednesdays and Fridays - comfortable shoes recommended!

2. Stillwater Ranch's Aspen Carriage and Sleigh Tours: Stillwater Ranch offers horse drawn sleigh, carriage and wagon rides around the ranch and around Aspen. Public and private rides are avaible.

3. Expert Skiers: Make sure to visit the legendary Aspen Mountain/Ajax, well known for its challenging terrain.

4. Visit the John Denver Sanctuary, a peaceful Aspen park commemorating the late musician.

5. Take a ride on the Silver Queen Gondola to the top of Aspen Mountain and enjoy the spectacular views.

6. Go hiking during the summer, or snow shoeing/cross country skiing in the winter, on one of Aspen's many scenic trails - Grottos Trail, Hunter Valley Trail, Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, Crater Lake Trail, and many more.

7. Dare to visit the famous Caribou Club!

8. Krabloonik Restaurant & Dog Sledding: Take a ride through the mountains and arrive at the Krabloonik Restaurant. Enjoy game dishes and picturesque Snowmass views of Mt. Daly and Capitol Peak.

9. Enjoy dinner and a show at the Crystal Palace Dinner Theatre.

10. Visit the Aspen Art Museum, located on the Rio Grande Trail.

11. Peruse the Wheeler/Stallard Museum and learn about Aspen's modern history.

12. Hang out at Eric's Bar. There are 3 rooms - The Cigar Bar, Su Casa (a Mexican restaurant) and Eric's Bar. Play pool, eat some Mexican food, or have some scotch while smoking a cigar.

13. Go ice skating at the Silver Circle Ice Rink at the base of Aspen Mountain.