Things to do in Vail
About Vail
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Top things to do in Vail
The 25 highest-rated places in Vail, ranked by travellers.
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Sapphire Point Overlook is situated on the ridge between Dillon Reservoir and Keystone Resort in the White River Nationa...
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Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is the highest-altitude botanical garden in the United States, situated at 8,200 feet in Vail,...
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Harry A. Nottingham Park is a 48-acre community space centered around Nottingham Lake in Avon, Colorado. The park offers...
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The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, known locally as The Amp, is an outdoor venue nestled in the Rocky Mountains at an elev...
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Walking Mountains is a science center and environmental education campus located in Avon, Colorado, featuring the LEED P...
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Theatre SilCo, formerly known as the Lake Dillon Theatre Company, is a professional non-profit theatre operating in the...
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Plan your visit to Vail
Spring and early autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather for sightseeing, with mild days and thinner crowds than mid-summer.
Two to three days is enough to cover the main highlights, with extra time for day trips to nearby attractions.
City centres are usually walkable, with public transport linking the main districts; check local apps for tickets and routes.
Staying near the old town or main station keeps the top attractions within easy reach on foot or a short ride.
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Aventuro lists 25 curated attractions in and around Vail, ranked by traveller ratings.
Sapphire Point Overlook is the highest-rated place to visit in Vail right now.
The largest category is parks, with 11 places to explore.
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