Overview
Breckenridge is a ski resort and town at the northern tip of the south central region of Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains of the United States of America. It is the prototype of the Western Slope resort cities that have developed following the explosive growth of the ski industry in Colorado.
11 sights · 23 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 7 places to stay
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Best things about Breckenridge
Ten Mile Range
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Skiing, snowboarding and Telemark.
Historic Main Street
Art Galleries
14'ers
Mining Ruins
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 88°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Boulder)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ASE Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field), Aspen — 48 mi away. Directions
- EGE Eagle County Regional Airport, Eagle — 48 mi away. Directions
- DEN Denver International Airport, Denver — 77 mi away (major hub). Directions
International and Domestic flights arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN) 104 mi to the east. Domestic and local flights come into the closer Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE), 63 mi, and Colorado Springs Airport (COS) 110 mi.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $99–$1599 a night (typical $264), from 8 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$140, mid-range ~$340, comfortable ~$1760.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Breckenridge Nordic Center, Ten Mile Range, 14'ers
- Lunch Downstairs At Eric's
- Afternoon Imperial Express SuperChair, Mountain Top Children’s Museum
- Dinner Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
- Evening Breckenridge Brewery
Day 2
- Morning Historic Father Dyer Church, Historic Main Street, Mining Ruins
- Lunch Blue River Bistro
- Afternoon Lake Dillon, Goodtimes Adventures
Day 3
- Morning Breckenridge Ski Resort, Blue Sage Spa, Art Galleries
- Afternoon Breckenridge Terrain Park, Blue River
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Photos
Map
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Get in
By plane
International and Domestic flights arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN) 104 mi to the east. Domestic and local flights come into the closer Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE), 63 mi, and Colorado Springs Airport (COS) 110 mi.
Numerous bus and shuttles are available from Denver International Airport.
By car
Breckenridge is located off Highway 9.
From Denver and areas East, take Interstate 70 west to exit 203. Continue south on HWY 9 to Breckenridge.
From Vail and areas West, take Interstate 70 east to exit 203. Continue south on HWY 9 to Breckenridge.
From Fairplay and areas South, take HWY 9 north over Hoosier Pass to Breckenridge.
Get around
- Breckenridge Free Ride, +1 970 547-3140, shuttle stops at the Ice Rink, City Market, Recreation Center, Village and Four O’ Clock Roads, Columbine and Broken Lance Drive and Peak 9. Provides transport between the free carparks.
- Summit Stage, +1 970 668-0999. Provides Free Bus Service throughout Summit County. Check Website for current schedules.
See
See Ten Mile Range
See Historic Main Street
See Art Galleries
See 14'ers
See Mining Ruins
See Breckenridge Terrain Park
See Imperial Express SuperChair
See Lake Dillon
See Blue River
See Mountain Top Children’s Museum
Do
Winter
Do Sleigh rides
Summer
Do Four-Wheeling
Do Hiking and Backpacking
Do Horseback Riding
Do Hot Air Balloon Rides
Do Jeep Tours
Do Peak 8 Fun Park
Do Rock Climbing
Do Tennis
Do Trekking and Orienteering
Do White Water Rafting
Equipment Rental
There are many places in Breckenridge where you can rent all kinds ski and snowboard equipment. Just walking down Main street you will pass many. Your accommodation may also offer equipment or have discounts at certain stores.
If you are not arriving by car it is often easier to rent your gear close to your hotel or even better close to the lifts as most offer over night storage. This save you the hassle of lugging your skis back to your accommodation each day.
You can also book your ski or snowboard rental online which may save you some money and less time in the rental store. There are a number of companies in Breckenridge that offer this service.
Buy
Eat
Eat Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
Drink
Sleep
Stay The Willoughby Cottage (The Cottage)
This charming cottage dates back to 1891 when grocer R.F. Willoughby had it built. His son Ralph Willoughby and his bride Maude spent their first months of marriage in this small frame house. At the time, the honeymoon suite was a remodeled horse stable that occupied a spot on the property owned by the groom’s parents at 322 South Main Street. When the newlyweds moved out in 1903, Ralph’s father put the cottage up for lease. The newspaper ad read, “FOR RENT. CABIN WITH OR WITHOUT BACHING OUTFIT. INQUIRE OF R. W. WILLOUGHBY.” The tiny cottage was moved to the current location in 1990 and restored as a romantic cabin. The Cottage is featured on the Breckenridge historical walking tour.
Stay The Williams House
The Williams House is a Victorian home from the 1880s. The size is 2750 square feet. It sleeps 16 guests in beds, 11 individually. Building a frame house in Breckenridge before the arrival of the railroad was no small task. To erect this c. 1881 house and the one next door (301 N. Main), Breckenridge saloonkeeper Joseph F. Reeder had to chop down trees, drag them to the sawmill, have them milled for different uses — siding, flooring, shingles, etc. — and let them dry. Inflating the cost of construction was the need to pack finished building materials — nails, paint, and doors — over a high mountain pass at a cost of forty cents per pound. In 1888, John Williams, a hardrock miner, and his wife, Minta, purchased the house as their home. After John and Minta’s separation in 1890, Minta and their daughter, Ethel, continued to live here until 1906, renting it out from time to time as they pursued an acting career for Ethel. The Williams House is featured in the Historic Walking Tour.
Go next
- Visit Colorado's Wine Country. Northwestern Colorado is home to over 70 wineries and its own indigenous vineyards. Wine lovers can enjoy several scenic day trips from Breckenridge to many of the small towns that grow their own grapes. These lovely little communities include Montrose, Palisade, Paonia, Hotchkiss, as well as the city of Grand Junction.
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