Whether you're skiing down the mountains or casting your fishing rod in the lake, Colorado has you covered for low-cost outdoor adventures. Drive through the pines by Mount Evans, or enjoy a beer with a free tour through the MillerCoors Golden Brewery. With such gorgeous surroundings from the Rockies to the Eastern Plains, and so many budget-friendly options available, it's easy to live large and spend small in Colorado.
With the help of CheapTickets, you enjoy your Colorado vacation knowing your bank balance will be kept as high as the altitude.
Best time to take a vacation to Colorado
Best Time to Go
With two distinguishing seasons (warm and cold) to divide its tourist seasons, Colorado proves to be a state with good weather the year round, averaging 296 sunny days annually. Tourists planning their Colorado vacations in the wintertime can choose to travel between late November to March or April, and experience the joy of skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities. Colorado travel can also be made during the month of May to October for nature lovers who prefer hiking and rafting in their list of events. Most museums are open year-round, although some do close in the winter.
Popular Colorado experiences
Denver
Drive over the peaks of Independence Pass to discover the powdery-white skiers' wonderland of Aspen. Whether you're checking out the Art Museum, or trekking along the trails past Hallam Lake, there are plenty of year-round adventures to be had without spending a cent.
Denver
Known as the "Mile-High City," Denver is full of attractions that will make your Colorado vacation one to remember. Whether you're checking out the Colorado State Capitol, the Denver Art Museum or the 16th Street Mall, getting around is a cinch in Denver thanks to a free city shuttle bus, and a ranking as one of America's most walkable cities.
Florissant Fossils Beds National Monument
Bring your explorer's hat and magnifying glass when you visit one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. From the tiniest insects to the most gargantuan of redwoods, you can discover some incredible treasures for the cost of a $3 weekly pass.
Lookout Mountain Nature Center & Preserve
Pack a picnic among the pines in one of Colorado's lushest and most expansive parks. Take a lesson in local wildlife or just take in the view from the top. Lookout Mountain is the perfect (and at zero bucks, the absolute cheapest) way to revel in the beauty of the countryside on a Colorado vacation.
Insider tips for Colorado travel
Great American Beer Fest
Attend the Great American Beer Fest during summer or the Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival during the winter.
Kona Burger
With an array of cuisines, try the Kona Burger at Empire Burger on S Main Street for a fine-dining atmosphere.
Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center
Your kids will love a trip to the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center, one of the many exposures to the dinosaur fossils available in Colorado.
Vail Valley
Paraglide at Vail Valley or kayak and water ski at the Colorado River, Arkansas River, and Lake Dillon.
Top rated hotels for your Colorado vacation
AmericInn by Wyndham Denver Airport
2.5 out of 5
7010 Tower Road, Denver, CO, 80249
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
56.95 mi from city center
The price is $115 per night
$115
per night
May 31 - Jun 1
Located in Denver, AmericInn by Wyndham Denver Airport is in the business district, a 3-minute drive from Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge and 10 minutes from Aurora Sports Park.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Denver Airport DIA
2.5 out of 5
6801 Tower Rd, Denver, CO, 80249
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
56.77 mi from city center
The price is $116 per night
$116
per night
May 30 - May 31
When you stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Denver Airport DIA in Denver, you'll be near the airport and within a 5-minute drive of Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge.
Radisson Hotel Denver Central
3 out of 5
4849 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80216
Free Cancellation
45.08 mi from city center
The price is $122 per night
$122
per night
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Located in Denver (Globeville), Radisson Hotel Denver Central is within a 10-minute drive of Coors Field and Empower Field at Mile High.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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