Moriah & Taylor
Things to Do
DINING IN VAIL
Vail is home to many world-class chefs and restaurants... here are a few we recommend: American: Mountain Standard, Sweet Basil, Terra Bistro, White Bison, Flame Austrian: Alpenrose, Pepis Swiss: Swiss Chalet French: The Left Bank, Vintage Japanese: Matsuhisa, Yama, Sushi Oka Italian: La Botegga Mexican: La Cantina, Los Amigos Steak & Seafood:Flame, Elway's, Montauk Seafood, Lancelot Colorado Fare: Game Creek Casual: Bully Ranch, Bol, Vendetta's, Pazzo's Pizza, Moe's BBQ, The Little Dinner, Bart & Yetis, Big Bear Bistro, Yetis Grind Bars & Nightlife: Garfinkles, Shakedown, Red Lion, Whiskey Jacks
THINGS TO DO IN VAIL
Vail consists of two villages - Vail Village and Lionshead Village. A free transportation system runs frequently throughout town making it easy to access almost everything by the town bus. For more information on the in town bus schedule click "VIEW" below. We're hoping for some beautiful fall color in Vail! There is a good chance the Aspen trees will be changing, so be sure to take a walk or drive and check out the foliage in the area. The road up to the wedding may have some amazing color as well! We've included some of our favorite fall activities in the Vail area, and check with the concierge at your hotel for other special events and happenings while you are here.
SCENIC GONDOLA RIDE
Enjoy breathtaking views while the gondola whisks you up above 10,000ft. The Eagle Bahn Gondola runs from Lionshead Vilalge from 9:30AM - 6:00PM. Gondola One runs from Vail Village from 9:30AM - 4:00PM.
PINEY RIVER RANCH
If you're in town for an extra day, our wedding venue offers hiking, fishing, horseback riding, canoeing and stand-up paddle-boarding. Piney's Lodge Restaurant & Bar is a great place to grab a drink or some of Vail's finest barbecue.
HIKING
If you have a car, Hanging Lake is about an hour west of Vail and is one of Taylor and Moriah's favorite hikes. It's a moderate to challenging hike (3 miles and 1,000 feet elevation gain), but the crystal clear lake at the top is worth it! Vail has many hiking trails right on the mountain - Berry Picker is a favorite. Click below for a Vail Mountain Trail Map or ask the concierge at your hotel for assistance in finding the perfect hike for you.
BIKING
Vail offers many trails and paths for both road and mountain biking. For mountain biking there are miles of scenic trails accessible via the Eagle Bahn Gondoloa in Lionshead Village and Gondola One in Vail Village. For road biking an easy to moderate ride is the paved Vail Recreation path that runs along the Gore Creek in Vail and stretches west through the Vail Valley. For a more challenging ride take the Vail Pass ride from East Vail to the top of Vail Pass. You can rent bikes, helmets, and other gear from the Vail Sports locations in either Vail Village or Lionshead Village.
FISHING
Vail is the quintessential place to bring out your inner angler. From free casting clinics, wading in a local stream, to float trips down the Eagle River you can find the perfect fishing outing to suit you. Visit Gore Creek Fly Fisherman to book a guided adventure. Free casting clinics take place everyday at 10:30 am in Lionshead Village next to Gondola One.
GOLF
There are many world-class golf courses throughout the Vail Valley. The Vail Golf Club is located in East Vail and is open to the public. Click "VIEW" to book a tee time. You can also talk to the concierge at your hotel to book a tee time at various private courses throughout the Valley.
ADVENTURE RIDGE
You can find Adventure Ride on top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead Village with a wide variety of activities to suite all ages. Zip Lining, Ropes Challenge Courses, a climbing wall, rebound trampoline, summer tubing... there is an activity for everyone. On Friday afternoons you can partake in a locals favorite "FAC"- Friday Afternoon Club with family friendly live music, food, and beverages.
VAIL NATURE CENTER
Operated by Walking Mountains Science Center the Vail Nature Center is open daily and hosts informative and fun bird, wildflower, and beaver pond hikes. Visit their website for daily happenings.
BETTY FORD ALPINE GARDENS
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is the highest botanical gardening the United States. Here you can find educational programs for guests of all ages, led tours and adventure hikes, classes and exhibits.