Things To Do
Downtown Estes Park
On Elkhorn Ave between Bond Park & Tregent Park is downtown Estes Park. There are a lot of tourist shops and candy stores. The river follows right behind the shops. It’s a must go.
Stanley Hotel
Andreas & Erica recommend going to the main building, get a drink at the bar, then find a cozy spot to relax then exploring the grounds. They offer ghost tours, whiskey tasting etc. The Stanley Hotel is a 140-room Colonial Revival hotel built by Freelan Oscar Stanley, co-founder of the Stanley Motor Carriage Company, and opened on July 4, 1909, as a resort for upper-class Easterners and a health retreat for sufferers of pulmonary tuberculosis. The Stanley Hotel served as the inspiration for the Overlook Hotel in Stephen King's 1977 novel The Shining and its 1980 film adaptation.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Daily pass: $30/vehicle (or an active national park pass) No reserved entry-time is required until May. Activities can include: Scenic driving, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, wildlife watching or picnicking. (Can rent gear in town if snowshoe/cross-country) Go to the visitors center for more information.
Bird & Jim
Andreas & Erica recommend Bird & Jim for dinner. In the summer a reservation is good to have. In March that may not be necessary. An Estes Park gem renowned for its innovative American cuisine and commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. Indulge in our ever-evolving seasonal menus crafted with fresh, vibrant flavors that showcase the essence of Colorado’s culinary landscape.
Bird's Nest
Andreas & Erica recommend for coffee/juice/pizza.
Avant Garde Aleworks
Andreas & Erica recommend for beer. If the weather is nice this place is especially great to go enjoy the patio. Independent craft brewery located in the Rocky Mountains, focusing on Belgian and French style beers while catering to every palate. Our beer menus rotate with the seasons, so there’s always something new on tap.