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Although its highly residential quality and proximity to Denver make Aurora seem like simply a suburb of the larger metropolis, this bustling city has a flavor all its own. With seven golf courses, a reservoir beach, hiking trails and a multi-use Sports Park, the city is a major hub of athletics and hometown to numerous pro football, basketball, hockey and soccer players and coaches. Aurora's emerging arts scene brings forth vibrant theater and visual arts to liven up the city.
Restaurants in Aurora
1. Pedego Electric Bikes Southlands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
HELLO FUN! We RENT Pedego Electric Bikes from Southlands Mall. Jump on the bike trail right across from the mall and enjoy riding the beautiful trails to the Cherry Creek Reservoir, Downtown Denver or to Old Town Parker. You will be almost exclusively on trails going under almost all streets. Ride our super comfy, beach cruiser style electric bikes where you choose your level of exercise. You are in total control, set your assistance to a little help or a lot of help. The assistance will even everyone out so the super athlete in the group can get a great workout while others can enjoy an easier ride and not worry about keeping up or going to far. Take a short ride over to the Aurora Reservoir, where you can play at the beach, go paddle boarding, have a picnic or ride the trail around the reservoir. Most people choose this shorter ride (1 to 1 1/2 hours) and then enjoy the restaurants, pubs, movies or shopping in the mall. We are located in SE Aurora at about E470 & Smoky Hill Rd.
2. Cherry Creek State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 510 reviews
Part of Cherry Creek State Park, this recreation area offers miles of bike trails.
Reviewed By judyn498
Campground has large walkthroughs with full hookups also rent spots.Boating and swim beach. Lots to do in the Denver area....Sports..USMint...Molly Brown House...Brown Palace just to name a few. Estes Park and the Air Force Academy are not that far away.
3. Aurora Reservoir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
With over 800 acres of water surface, Aurora Reservoir is one of the city's largest park and open space sites. Named by Westword as "The Best Park for Fishing" in 2012, the reservoir provides multi-use recreation and serves as a drinking water storage facility for Aurora.
Reviewed By tambo0072002
Love this place the best because it is clean and well organized. The grilling stations are in a designated spot so people can’t ruin your day at the beach by firing up the grill right next to you on the sand. Very clean water. It’s my happy place!
4. Southlands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By 522chuckm - Aurora, United States
We walked around and visited the Local. It had unique Colorado made gifts. Also a great spice shop is nearby.
5. Vintage Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Vintage Theatre Productions proudly presents comedy classics and daring dramatic theater pieces that challenge, entertain, and grow both our audience and artistic family alike.
Reviewed By suehI9574BU - Denver, United States
We saw Ring of Fire in July 2017 at the Vintage Theater. We were mesmerized! The theater only seats 69 so the experience is very intimate. The production was professional and the singers - all of them - were incredibly talented. They had fun, the audience had fun, and we can highly recommend the experience. The theater sells snacks and alcohol and you can bring those purchased items into the theater area. There is free parking on the side. Seating is first-come, first-served and opens 30 minutes before the production begins. If your group is large you many be able to get assigned seats together. Often tickets sell out in advance so I'd advise purchasing them online at least a week before to avoid disappointment.
6. Dry Dock Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By L1897IKmarys - Denver, United States
Lady be Dry Dock beer! Relaxing with great friends and a great brew with free popcorn is a wonderful way to spend a few hours. Has has "sailed"!The vanilla porter is tasty and if they have a new beer on tap try it before it has "sailed"!
7. Plains Conservation Center
8. The Colorado Freedom Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
9. Launch Pad Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
A space themed micro brewery located in Aurora CO. We have 32 beers on tap that are brewed in house with our 5 bbl brew system.
Reviewed By johnL6191UP - Waco, United States
If you enjoy tasty beer, a great atmosphere, and a friendly staff make sure to visit Launch Pad. Brian and his brother brew outstanding variations with new offerings monthly. I highly recommend the stout offerings, definitely among the best I have tried. Do not miss a visit to Launch Pad, an added bonus is this is a veteran owned and run business. Come out and support small veteran owned business.
10. Aurora History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
We are a free community-based history, arts, and cultural center featuring changing history, culture, and fine and decorative arts exhibits focusing on a wide variety of topics. Our new permanent exhibit, "Growing Home," featuring over 100 historic photos, a variety of great stories, and a fully restored 1913 trolley trailer (street car). We offer a number of educational programs, tours, teas, workshops, lectures, film series, and family events for all ages throughout the year. Our hands-on gallery is a great place for children & adults to learn through interaction and play. History reserachers are invited to make an appointment to search our historical archives for photos, documents, and materials covering local, regional, and state history. Something for Everyone! Our hours are Tues-Fri 9am to 4pm and Sat & Sun 11am to 4pm. Admission is FREE.
