Here are some of our favorite things to do while in Aspen! You cannot go wrong with any of these adventures or restaurants- and there are plenty more great places not on the list. August in Aspen is a very busy time of year- so be sure to plan ahead on reservations!
Fly Fishing with Taylor Creek Outfitters
We love to go fly fishing with the guides from Taylor Creek Outfitters. Highly recommend their float fishing trips for a once in a lifetime experience!
Take the Gondola up Aspen Mountain
601 E Dean Street, Aspen, CO 81611
Take the gondola up Aspen Mountain, hike around, and have a drink at the Sundeck! You can't beat the views.
Visit the Maroon Bells
CO 81654
The Maroon Bells are an Aspen staple- we love taking a tour there and biking back into town! You can also take a bus and hike all around as well. Be sure to plan ahead as they are now limiting the number of people in and out and often requiring reservations.
Alpine Coaster in Snowmass
Aspen, CO 81611
Snowmass Village is a cute and fun place to explore, and the Alpine Coaster is a blast no matter what your age! You can head into Snowmass, take the gondola up, and hike around/ride the coaster!
White Water Rafting
Horseback Riding
Bear Den Aspen
301 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 922-9218
Bear Den is a great restaurant from breakfast through dinner!
French Alpine Bistro - Crêperie du Village
400 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-1566
Matsuhisa
303 East Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 544-6628
Our favorite sushi place in Aspen! Make reservations ahead of time- they book up quickly.
Aspen Hickory House
730 West Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-2313
One of John's favorite restaurants in Aspen. If you're craving BBQ, this is your spot!
Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar
301 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 710-7275
A cute and fun place for a drink and some hors d'oeuvres!
Steak House No. 316
316 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 920-1893
Cache Cache
205 South Mill Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-3835
The Red Onion
420 East Cooper Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-9955
Jimmy's
205 South Mill Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-6020
Great food with great views!
Ajax Tavern
685 East Durant Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 920-6334
The Little Nell’s mountainside restaurant has one of the best burgers and truffle fries in town!
White House Tavern
302 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-1007
Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop
319 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 710-7120
Paradise Bakery & Cafe
320 South Galena Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 925-7585
We love to stop into Paradise Bakery for some sweet treats and a coffee!
Clark's Oyster Bar
517 East Hyman Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 710-2546
Duemani
216 South Monarch Street, Aspen, CO 81611, (970) 920-2555
Butch's Lobster Shack
122 Basalt Center Circle, Basalt, CO 81621, (970) 618-3306
If you find yourself craving fresh Maine lobster, it's worth making the trip to Basalt and going to Butch's. No trip to Aspen is complete for John without traveling to Butch's!