Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Maroon Bells

"Since 1889, this landmark has been at the center of Aspen's cultural scene. The Wheeler Opera House resides on the National Register of Historical Places and offers lectures, concerts, musicals, community theater performances, and foreign and independent film showings, keeping its stage occupied almost every day of the year."

"Sometimes a craving for an immersive arts and culture experience begins with a sophisticated take on performance and when this is the case, the Wheeler Opera House delivers up everything you’re looking for and more."

"We got lunch, strolled around the Aspen Pedestrian Mall in downtown, and enjoyed some ice cream while watching the local dogs play on the lawn at Wagner Park. From here, our plan was to drive to the nearby town of Glenwood Springs, but before heading there, we made one final stop at Maroon Bells Scenic Area. Even though the late afternoon light is not the best for photos, we still loved seeing these majestic peaks and spending a little time at beautiful Maroon Lake. Once the sun got low in the sky, we hit the road again and made our way to Glenwood Springs."

"Wagner Park hosts the iconic Grand Tasting Tent at the annual Food and Wine Classic. This takes the otherwise public park out of the running for a few weeks each September (note: "the Classic" has moved into the fall post-COVID), but when not in use by the foodies, it’s one of the largest parks in town, the most centrally located, and one of the most used. Dogs are able to get up to speed due to the park's size and their humans can take in the sprawling views of Aspen Mountain."

"Wagner Park is Aspen’s most centrally located and visible park since it borders the downtown core. It’s one of our favorites because it’s directly across the street from the Limelight Hotel. Used as a rugby pitch at various times throughout the year, Wagner Park is the favorite of locals walking their dogs during their lunch breaks."

"Named for Aspen lover and music icon John Denver, this park sits right on the Roaring Fork River and is the perfect place for reflection. Denver’s lyrics are etched in many of the stones around the park giving visitors a chance to stop, read, and reflect on their time in Aspen and what the Rocky Mountains mean to them. Some of the most beautiful gardens are maintained in the John Denver Park and water features, ponds, streams and ways to navigate them all abound in this serene atmosphere."

"From here, our plan was to drive to the nearby town of Glenwood Springs, but before heading there, we made one final stop at Maroon Bells Scenic Area. Even though the late afternoon light is not the best for photos, we still loved seeing these majestic peaks and spending a little time at beautiful Maroon Lake. Once the sun got low in the sky, we hit the road again and made our way to Glenwood Springs."

"Snowmass is a part of the Aspen/Snowmass ski resort complex located in the town of Snowmass Village near Aspen, Colorado."

"Among the top Aspen lunch restaurants, La Creperie du Village sits in restaurant row. Offering a more upscale atmosphere, this bistro specializes in authentic French fare and fondue. Lunch brings salads and crepes to meats and pasta."

"Promoting recipes that use organic, wholesome, and delectably natural ingredients separates Spring Café as a superb restaurant to visit. The menu here is entirely plant-based, offering options such as avocado toast and the ‘Hail to Kale Omelet.’ Each day brings newly pressed juices for sale by the bottle and fresh pastries made from spelt, almond, and oat flours, revealing just how healthy a choice breakfast at Spring really is. Built from entirely non-toxic materials, the cafe is a creative environment that works not only to make nutritious meals."

"I wasn’t lucky enough to go here last time I was in Aspen, but it’s frequently made our blog for healthy eats and post-race fuel. With menu items like the mango quesadilla (with spinach, sauteed onion, cilantro, and Daiya cheese) and avocado tempeh Rueben, you’ve got options."

"If you're looking for a casual breakfast spot with some seating outside, look no further than Peach's. Locals line up for the breakfast and lunch joint's signature dish: the Open Face. Made with toasted bread, poached eggs, peach butter, bacon, tomatoes, arugula, and shaved parmesan, it's a filling start to the day without being a major gut bomb."

"For breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack, this is the spot for local, fresh and organic. The pastries from in-town bakeries are spectacular. Kids love the French Toast Waffle."

"What to know: AAM & SO Café partners Allen and Julia Domingos (Epicure Catering) offer free Lunches for Locals takeout service through the museum website. The Lunches for Locals program provides a limited number of free daily midday meals from 12–1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays to anyone signing up online via AAM website (aspenartmuseum.org)."

"This cozy hole-in-the-wall (one of Curbed Ski’s best ski country bakeries) on the Hyman Avenue Mall is a local’s secret that even a lot of locals don’t know about. Those who do, however, know to arrive early to get their fix on daily specials for breakfast or lunch (doughnut Thursdays are madness). The sandwiches and daily specials (meatball, juicy porchetta or brisket, pissaladiere, soups, salads…) are amazing, but be sure to save room for the cloudlike macarons, Kouign-Aman, and pine nut cookies."