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Aurora

· Aurora, CO

Why you should go…

Aurora, Colorado is marketed by Visit Aurora, the city's official destination marketing organization. The area has parks, trails, golf courses and the Cherry Creek Reservoir, used for hiking, paddleboarding and horseback riding. Aurora also has a cultural arts district with galleries and the Colfax Canvas Murals.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Aurora, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Museums
    Family Favorite

    Denver Museum of Nature & Science

    Under $25

    Dinosaur skeletons, a planetarium, and a gems-and-minerals hall overlooking City Park.

    14 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

    $25–$50

    A conservation-focused zoo in City Park with thousands of animals across naturalistic habitats.

    15 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Local Gem

    Denver Botanic Gardens

    Under $25

    23 acres of themed gardens and a glass conservatory in the middle of the city.

    15 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Denver

    Free

    Colorado's capital city and Rocky Mountain gateway, with museums, breweries, parks and a walkable downtown.

    16 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Colorado State Capitol

    Free

    A gold-domed 1894 capitol building exactly one mile above sea level, with free public tours.

    17 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    16th Street

    Free

    Denver's mile-long downtown promenade, freshly rebuilt with wider walks and a free shuttle.

    17 mi awayMore like this