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Red sandstone rock formations at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs

Colorado Destinations

From skyscrapers to red rocks to alpine tundra — discover the cities, towns and natural wonders that make Colorado unforgettable.

Urban Colorado

Vibrant Cities

Three distinct cities anchor Colorado's culture, dining and university life.

Denver downtown skyline at dusk with mountains in the distance
Mile High City

Denver

Colorado's capital pairs big-city amenities with quick mountain escapes. Wander historic LoDo and Union Station, explore the Denver Art Museum, sample the legendary craft beer scene, and catch a sunset over the skyline.

  • Union Station & the RiNo Art District
  • Red Rocks Amphitheatre (just outside the city)
  • Home to the University of Denver & CU Denver
Pearl Street pedestrian mall in Boulder with the Flatirons behind
Outdoor capital

Boulder

Tucked beneath the iconic Flatirons, Boulder is a laid-back college town buzzing with outdoor energy. Stroll the Pearl Street Mall, hike Chautauqua Park, and feel the creative pulse of a city built around the University of Colorado.

  • Pearl Street pedestrian mall
  • Chautauqua & the Flatirons trails
  • Gateway to CU Boulder campus visits
Visit CU Boulder
Garden of the Gods red rocks with Pikes Peak
Pikes Peak region

Colorado Springs

Home to the free-to-visit Garden of the Gods, the cog railway up Pikes Peak, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. A scenic base for families and outdoor lovers alike.

  • Garden of the Gods Park
  • Pikes Peak & the Manitou Incline
  • Near the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)
Wild Colorado

Mountains & Natural Wonders

Protected parks, charming mountain towns and jaw-dropping scenery.

Alpine tundra and elk in Rocky Mountain National Park
National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

355 miles of trails, the high-altitude Trail Ridge Road, and abundant wildlife just 90 minutes from Boulder. Timed-entry reservations apply in peak season.

Best time to visit
Golden aspen trees on Colorado mountainsides in autumn
Mountain town

Aspen

A glamorous mountain town famous for skiing in winter and golden aspen groves in fall. World-class dining and the Maroon Bells nearby.

Ski Aspen
Colorado State University campus in Fort Collins with clock tower
College town

Fort Collins

A friendly, bike-loving town with a historic Old Town, a thriving brewery scene, and home to Colorado State University.

Visit CSU
Postcards

Colorado in Pictures

A glimpse of the landscapes waiting for you.

Rocky Mountains and alpine lake at golden hour Wildflower meadow in the Colorado high country Whitewater rafting on a Colorado river

Pair your trip with a campus visit

Many of Colorado's best destinations sit right beside its universities — explore both in one trip.

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