Best Colorado Weekend Getaways

There are many wonderful places to visit on Colorado Weekend Getaways.

The Rocky Mountains are a beautiful backdrop for a great vacation Colorado any time of year.

Outdoor activities are in abundance with many choices such as skiing, snow-boarding, cross country skiing, hiking, 4X4, biking, climbing and more.

If you just need to "get away from it all", the awesome peace and spectacular scenery of the Rocky Mountains make it a perfect choice.

Here are some ideas for great Colorado weekend getaways, all with easy access to Denver International Airport.

Denver

View the Denver Getaway Guide for information on hotels, restaurants, Denver attractions and things to do in the Mile High City.

Breckenridge

Breckenridge is a beautiful historic town that has become a popular, upscale resort....great for Colorado weekend getaways any time of year.

It is about 2 hours from Denver airport.

Either rent a car at the airport or Big Sky Shuttle has transportation between Breckenridge and the Denver airport. There is a free bus to get around town once you arrive.

Breckenridge Lodging
Marriott's Mountain Valley Lodge has a great location near downtown and the ski slopes. For a cheap weekend getaway, the rates at Park Avenue Lofts are lower than most in this expensive resort town. These condos are in a great location and well-equipped and even include heated floors!

Bed and Breakfast
The Barn on the River has lots of amenities, beautiful views and great hosts. For a cheap getaway, check out the Fireside Inn, a 9 room Inn with dormitory style hostel in the winter. The lovely Allaire Timbers Inn is a good choice for a romantic getaway. This intimate log Inn is set on a bluff near town and has a tiled sunroom, reading loft and deck. Ski Breckenridge with the free ski shuttle pick-up at the end of the driveway.

Restaurants
Modis, 113 South Main St., with its eclectic Victorian/Urban feel serves Asian cuisine. Relish, 137 South Main St., has a casual bar and formal dining room. Try the buffalo, lamb or trout entrees. For a perfect romantic evening, check out Hearthstone, 130 South Ridge Road, a cozy, intimate restaurant with great food. For pizza fans, there is Fatty's Pizzeria, 106 South Ridge Road in one of the oldest buildings in town, also serving burgers and dinner items.

Things to do
There are plenty of activities year round in this beautiful Rocky Mountain resort town.

• Ski at Breckenridge Ski Resort and nearby Arapahoe, Copper Mountain and Keystone Resorts
• Guided tours of Country Boy Gold Mine
• Dog sledding with Good Times Adventures
• Alpine slide at Peak 8 Fun Park
• Hiking & 4X4 trips in the mountains
• Golfing at Breckenridge Golf Club
• Shopping along Main Street

Leadville

This Victorian mining town high in the Rockies is about 2 hours from Denver. Gold was discovered here in 1860 and silver in the late 1870s.

Leadville's unique character, restoration on the 70 square block historical district, and many outdoor activities make it a great choice for Colorado weekend getaways.

Leadville Hotels
Delaware Hotel is an 1886 hotel, museum, and flea market. Grand West Village Resort, a mountain style resort of condos tucked in the tall pines just north of town.

Bed and Breakfast
An 1895 Victorian with a homey feel, Leadville Inn has a variety of rooms and prices. Ice Palace Inn is a lovely Victorian home with elegant rooms and extra amenities.

Things to do

• National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum
• Colorado & Southern passenger train with a 2 1/2 hour scenic ride
• Mineral Belt Trail - a 11.6 mile paved path
• Mountain hiking including the Mount Massive Wilderness Trails
• National Fish Hatchery
• Ski at Ski Cooper and Mayflower Gulch

Restaurants
Quincy's, 416 Harrison Ave. - try the Filet Mignon, Golden Burro Cafe and Lounge, 710 Harrison Ave. - Victorian furnishings, old photos, and comfort food, Columbine Cafe, 612 Harrison Ave. - American, vegetarian and breakfast all day.