What to do and see in Ouray, Colorado (CO): The Best Things to do for Honeymoon

April 5, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

Surrounded on all sides by snow-capped peaks and set at the narrow head of a deep valley, Ouray touts itself as the "Switzerland of America." With no nearby ski area to attract the tourism of other alpine Colorado towns, Ouray has kept much of its authentic turn-of-the-century charm. The whole town is registered as a Historic District and includes many buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Its free Ice Park attracts amateur and pro ice climbers from around the world.
Restaurants in Ouray

1. Yankee Boy Basin

CO Route 550 South Camp Bird Mine, Ouray, CO http://soajeep.com
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Yankee Boy Basin

Surrounded by several mountain peaks (Potosi Peak, Teakettle Mountain, Cirque Mountain, Stony Mountain, and Gilpin Mountain), Yankee Boy Basin is a popular scenic area visited by hikers, photographers, four-wheelers and nature lovers.

Reviewed By Tuxtails - Savannah, United States

We camped in the area and then drove all the way up to Sneffel's trailhead, such a beautiful area with lake, waterfall and flowers. I would love to come back and explore and hike more.

2. Switzerland of America Tours

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Switzerland of America Tours

Providing high quality 4x4 Jeep adventures in the San Juan Mountains since 1962. Enjoy the diverse history, mountain summits and colorful meadows by guided 4x4 tour, or Jeep Wrangler. Please visit us at the blue, red and white building at 226 7th Avenue in Ouray, Colorado.

3. Ouray Alchemist Museum

533 Main Street, Ouray, CO 81427 +1 970-325-4003 [email protected] http://www.ouraycolorado.com/listing/ourayalchemist
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Ouray Alchemist Museum

Alchemy/medical/Museum -Museum is in the rear of building behind the Aspen Drug Store Wall. Front end of store is retail.___Call ahead for tours times of the museum.

Reviewed By occhs1

If you love history, time travel or Harry Potter you will love this wonderful museum that tells the story of drugs, alchemy and snake oil salesmen and why so many pharmacies had a soda fountain. It was a wonderful tour that was so personalized for this historian. The owner his a true gem. It was exciting and different. There is no risk spending your money, you will receive every dollars worth of information

4. Colorado West Jeep Rentals and Tours

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Colorado West Jeep Rentals and Tours

Ourays most modern Offroad Tour Company!!! We offer the newest fleet of tour vehicles and current model year jeep and Polaris Razor rentals. We offer a 2020 Jeep Gladiator...The Coolest Tour Truck in the Tri county area!!! Others imitate...but we have the original. All covid measures in place to limit contact between passengers. All tours trucks are cleaned with soap and water between tours. Disinfectant is on all the trucks. Tours are limited to two families or 10 people per CDC guidlines. Family owned for almost 30 years in Ouray.

5. Alpine Scenic Jeep Tours

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Alpine Scenic Jeep Tours

Taking bookings for the 2021 season beginning June 1. Ouray's most affordable and comfortable scenic jeep tour. We cater to the discerning adventurer who cares about comfort. We have a roomy passenger seating area equipped with cushy bucket seats. Each seat has its own seat heater and seat belts. The seats and truck are elevated for superior views. Getting in and out of our truck is easy due to our unique gate/ladder system. Our tour trucks are Ouray's finest. Alpine Scenic Tours utilizes modified Dodge Ram trucks designed to negotiate the San Juan's most rugged terrain with smoothness, style and safety. Our guides are experts at the local history, geology and fauna. You are in the best of hands at Alpine.

6. Box Canyon Waterfall & Park

Box Canyon Rd., Ouray, CO 81427-0001 +1 970-325-7080 https://www.ouraycolorado.com/directory/outdoor/parks/54-box-canyon-waterfall-park
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4.5 based on 1,220 reviews

Box Canyon Waterfall & Park

Waterfalls cascade through canyon walls at this park near Ouray.

Reviewed By shawnastern

This is a place we go every time we are in Ouray. Short walk to the waterfall in the canyon, and a little longer hike to the high bridge which is still easy enough for young kids and such a great overlook of Ouray. The visitor center has an interesting display of the history of the canyon and Ouray. Don't miss Box Canyon!

7. Perimeter Trail

Main Street, Ouray, CO http://www.ouraycolorado.com/Hiking
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Perimeter Trail

Reviewed By HoustonGalTravels

Would definitely recommend this hike but if you never hike or if you are coming from sea level as myself, this trail should be considered hard.There are a lot of uphill climbs that wear you out. Don't let anyone try to shame you, just think-you might be able to walk on level ground for 6 miles but try walking up ten flights of stairs and you will get winded. It uses a different set of muscles. We brought our lunch and picniced and then had to rest after each climb. There are stairs to make it easy but if you aren't acclimated then each climb is killer. It took us about 6 hours with stops. There were climbers at the Cascade Falls which was fun to watch. There is a covered bench just past the bridge there where you can still see the falls. If you aren't regular hikers then break it up into two days. You still get the amazing views and won't kill yourself to get it done. Bring hiking sticks, two if you can. And bring plenty of water. We started at Baby Bathtubs heading west to Box Canyon ( stop here, amazing falls you can explore) and refilled water at the Visitor Center on North side of town. Also, wear shoes with good tracktion. As you can imagine there is loose dirt and gravel that slips easily underfoot. Bring sun protection. There are a couple spots you can dunk your hat into cool water to cool off. And bring your camera. It is gorgeous!!

8. Bachelor's Stable

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Bachelor's Stable

The most EXCITING horse back riding in Ouray County Colorado with the most ENTERTAINING staff around. Ages 7-107 are welcome to ride with us. Ride through the beautiful San Juan Mountain Range while being "educated" about horses, the wild west and life. Some of the very best HORSES around. Fun, family adventure in Ouray Colorado.

9. Baby Bath Tubs Trail

Hwy 550, Ouray, CO
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Baby Bath Tubs Trail

Reviewed By Kl480 - Corpus Christi, United States

So much fun!! Bring water, swimsuits, and water shoes. Kids loved it and didn't want to leave. One of the highlights.

10. Wiesbaden Hot Springs Spa

625 5th St., Ouray, CO 81427 +1 970-325-4347 http://www.wiesbadenhotsprings.com/
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Wiesbaden Hot Springs Spa

A spa sitting on a natural hot spring that provides visitors with a full range of spa activities or simply the chance to soak.

Reviewed By VIron5354 - Denver, United States

Great place for any occasion! The staff was attentive - especially Brenda. She knew the occasion we were there for and made sure to help us enjoy every amenity. You will feel spoiled with the soothing mineral spring water. I love that they list the composition of each mineral in the water, complete with their healing properties, in their guest book in the room.

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