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  • In summer and fall, head south out of town over Independence Pass for sweeping vistas and otherworldly aspen stands. The road is closed from October through May due to avalanche danger.
  • ESPN brings its extreme-sports fest, the X Games, to town the first weekend in February. Events are broadcast live and are free to attend, but book your hotel early.
  • Not a skier? Not a problem. You can still ride the gondola to the top of Aspen Mountain (aka, "Ajax") and have lunch at Sundeck Restaurant while looking out on the 14,156-foot Maroon Bells.
  • Don't overlook Snowmass, 15 miles to the northwest, which now competes with downtown Aspen thanks to a $1 billion base village development completed in 2009.
  • Visit one of the 19th-century landmarks built by Jerome Wheeler. The former owner of Macy's in New York is responsible for two of Aspen's marquee buildings—the Hotel Jerome and the Wheeler Opera House.
  • Learn from the experts at Montagna, the five-star restaurant located in The Little Nell hotel. Executive Chef Ryan Hardy runs his own organic farm whose produce winds up in many of his dishes, while sommeliers Jonathan Pullis and Dustin Wilson use their expertise to help diners find the perfect wine for their meal.

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Like Vail, Aspen's reputation precedes it. Anyone with a pulse knows that it's more than likely to wind up in the tabloids when two celebrities—who are married to other people—are captured on film sharing a chairlift together; and, yes, plenty of Hollywood stars and wannabe stars hang out here. Read More

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Hotels

from: $530

The Little Nell

Best Resorts & Lodges
675 East Durant Avenue
Aspen, CO 81611 Map

Distance: 0.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

from: $179

Hotel Jerome, A RockResort

330 East Main Street
Aspen, CO 81611 Map

Distance: 0.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
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from: $109

Hotel Colorado

526 Pine Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 Map

Distance: 36.9 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
3.0
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Attractions

Aspen Art Museum

expert favorite attraction
590 N. Mill St
Aspen, Colorado

Distance: 0.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description:

This attractive museum presents rotating exhibits highlighting the work of nationally known... Read More

Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Grottos Trail

expert favorite attraction
Highway 82
Aspen, Colorado 81611

Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Highlights: A popular family area for picnicing and exploring with waterfalls, large... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Aspen Cross Country Center

39551 West Highway 82
Aspen, Colorado 81611

Distance: 1.6 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Airports

Major Airports near Aspen

Distance (mi.)
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport 115.8 map
Denver International Airport 122.7 map
Albuquerque International Airport 286.7 map

Other Smaller Airports near Aspen

Distance (mi.)
Eagle/Vail Eagle County Airport 31.0 map
Montrose County Airport 74.7 map
Grand Junction Walker Field 91.3 map

Flight Deals to Aspen

Originating From
Phoenix (PHX) to Colorado Springs (COS) $165
Ontario (ONT) to Colorado Springs (COS) $233
Baltimore (BWI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $242
Chicago (CHI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $381

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