Free & Cheap Things to Do in Aspen, CO

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
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28.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Specialty Museums 127 W 4th Street, Leadville, CO 80461 MoreLess Info
Located in a historic 19th century home, House With The Eye Museum is open to visitors for tours. The name of the museum was derived from the stained glass eye at the house's center, which represents the 'eye of God'.
28.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 1717 North Poplar Street, Leadville, CO 80461 MoreLess Info
A bowling alley featuring a collection of pinball machines, Strikes-N-Spares Bowling Center offers 12 lanes of bowling with a pro shop. The center also has a bar and grill, video games and a pool table.
28.7 Miles
87% 321 votes
Scenic Railroads 326 E. Seventh St. at Hazel St, Leadville, CO MoreLess Info
Leadville, Colorado & Southern Railroad offer sightseeing train rides through multiple picturesque landscapes such as the Arkansas River Valley, San Isabel National Forest and more, accompanied by an informative commentary. Visitors are also allowed to explore the caboose and the engine room.
31.1 Miles
92% 92 votes
Horseback Riding 2701 Squaw Creek Road, Edwards, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
Offering their horseback riding services since 1998, the Bearcat Stables is proud of their achievements. Among the activities offered by this top stable in Vail Valley are day tours and a 4-day trip to Aspen.
31.8 Miles
90% 29 votes
Recreation Centers 66418 Highway 6, Glenwood Springs, CO MoreLess Info
Situated on 5,500-acres, visit the family-owned and operated High Canyon Adventures at Bair Ranch, for an authentic Western Colorado experience. Your stay will include rental cabins, horseback riding, river tubing, chuck wagon cookouts, and so much more.
32.0 Miles
100% 16 votes
Rafting 429 Edwards Access Road, Edwards, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
Lakota Guides is a trip planning and guide service that leads a variety of adventure trips. The company coordinates and leads rafting trips and offroad adventures, both as day trips and overnight excursions.
33.3 Miles
100% 4 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 210 Edwards Village Blvd, Unit A105, Edwards, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
Offering a wide array of classes for kids, teens, and adults, the Alpine Arts Center is a community-focused arts education facility. The center hosts a variety of special events and exhibits.
33.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Kayaking 34510 US Highway 6, Edwards, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
Alpine Kayak School has provided instruction in the sport of kayaking in the Vail Valley since 1989. They have one of the largest kayak schools in Colorado and offer learn to kayak classes for all ages and abilities.
33.5 Miles
96% 278 votes
Ziplines 6492 Highway 91, Leadville, CO 80461 MoreLess Info
Top of the Rockies Ziplines is a local company which offers adventure zipline tours of the Rocky Mountains with their five different ziplines. They also offer combo tour packages which include snow zipping and snowmobile tours.
33.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Farmers Markets Edwards Corner (across from Riverwalk), Edwards, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
At Edwards Farmers Market, visitors can purchase a variety of seasonal, fresh produce from local vendors. In addition to produce, visitors can purchase meat, baked goods, honey, international food, and more.
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