Top Things to do in Colorado
Top Hotels in Colorado
- 1. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 2. Grand Hyatt Denver
- 3. Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk
- 4. Le Meridien Denver Downtown
- 5. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Fillmore Inn
- 6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Trinidad
- 7. The Oxford Hotel
- 8. Origin Hotel Red Rocks
- 9. SCP Colorado Springs Hotel
- 10. Warwick Denver
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Top 10 Shopping in Colorado, United States
Colorado is home to no less than twenty-six ski resorts such as those in Vail and Breckenridge; other winter activities include snowboarding, sledding, sleigh rides, snow hiking and snowmobiling. The state is blessed with national parks, grasslands and forests where in warmer weather you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or rock climbing. Wildlife abounds, from bears to moose and raccoons to wolverines. More interested in local history? Head for either the Ute Indian Museum or the Koshare Indian Museum, and don't miss the forts such as Fort Garland and Bent's Old Fort. For a complete change, why not take a ride in a hot air balloon from South Park Valley or Boulder and admire Colorado's picturesque landscape from above?
Restaurants in Colorado
1. Benson Park Sculpture Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 603 reviews
Largest juried outdoor sculpture show in the United States, takes place each year over the second weekend in August.
Reviewed By archerymom
This is an amazing park with lovely handicap accessible access to all sculptures and eating areas. Lovelier in summer months, and home to the annual International Sculpture in the Park held on the second weekend of August, it is a wonderful destination year round to take a brisk walk or leisurely stroll around the ponds. It is indeed one of Loveland's finest parks and each year they add several amazing sculptures so there is always a surprise
2. Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
The Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts is one of the area’s largest cultural attractions, devoted to all aspects of the arts. Home of Thingamajig Theatre company, the center is continuously offering professional theatre to the Pagosa Springs area. It is located adjacent to U.S. 160 in Pagosa Springs just east of Piedra Road.
Reviewed By Bari1025 - Boynton Beach, United States
Loved Ring of Fire and Mama Mia! Theater was inviting and welcoming. Audience felt like part of the show. Will always return!
3. J. Cotter Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
The J. Cotter Gallery is an internationally recognized gallery of contemporary designer jewelry, featuring designs by leading artists from the United States and Europe. Opening in 1970, the J. Cotter Gallery has proved to be a mainstay in the Vail art community with a second location in Beaver Creek as well.
4. 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.
5. The Bungled Jungle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By michaelfQ579GZ - Cincinnati, United States
This was a fun “gallery” with an amazing array of one-of-kind creatures. We were lucky to escape with just two!!
6. 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).
7. 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!
8. Fall River Jewelry, Coins & Antiques
9. Studio 8369
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Voted Best of Grand County Art Galleries in 2017 and again in 2018 this is the working studio of artist/owners Laura Kratz Fine Art and Keith Kratz Photography. Work from local, regional and national award winning artists are represented by Studio 8369. Jewelry, turned and creative wood products such as carved pieces, furniture, lamp and bowls, pottery, oil and watercolor paintings, unique quilts, roku, gourds, photography, and so much more. Artistry Puzzles are represented here with an extensive selection of these unique wooden puzzles. Studio 8369 is also the location of the Images of RMNP west side gallery for Erik Stensland. An award winning photographer from Estes Park where his gallery there is one of the top rated attractions on Trip Advisor in that area. Many nationally recognized artists such as Jason Sacran, Pem Dunn, Larry DeGraff, Ann Loveless, Paul Kethley and others are in this "Destination Gallery" Located on the historic boardwalk of beautiful Grand Lake.
Reviewed By SuzanneAussie - Houston, United States
What a delight to discover this wonderful gallery in the heart of Grand Lake! Studio 8369 offers stunning paintings, pottery and photography, featuring local artists. We could not resist doing our souvenir shopping here and will be back the next time we visit Grand Lake. We also enjoyed chatting with the friendly owner, Keith. A must-stop when you’re in town.
