- The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Vail, Colorado, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountain Biking, Music Venue and Sports Museums.
- From Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to Vail Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vail and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon and Edwards.
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21.9 Miles
Main Street at Breckenbridge is lined with a number of upscale stores and restaurants as well as budget-friendly shops set in Victorian era buildings. The street also includes a riverwalk area and certain locations offer beautiful views of the nearby mountains.
22.0 Miles
The Storyteller Skyline Cinema is a movie theater with the mission of bringing the best theatre experience along with small town customer service. The theater also offers food, beverages, Icees, and combo deals.
22.1 Miles
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.
22.7 Miles
Situated on a mountain pass in the Continental Divide, Loveland Pass offers visitors views of the surrounding mountains at an elevation of 11,990 ft. The pass is accessible from the highway and provides visitors with a photo opportunity.
23.3 Miles
Alpine Adventures Inc specialize in dogsled tours and offer visitors the opportunity to drive the sled themselves and have a hand-on experience with the dogs themselves with their kennel tours.
23.6 Miles
12 Mile Stables offers riders the opportunity to enjoy over 27 miles of riding trails in a small or large group. The location also offers day camps, hayrides, riding lessons, parties and other events.
26.7 Miles
Mount Elbert, the highest peak in the Rockies mountain range, offers a challenging upward hike from its base and once at the top, visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of the surroundings which include Leadville, Mt. Massive, Twin Lakes and more.
26.8 Miles
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4 votes
1717 North Poplar Street, Leadville, CO 80461
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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.
27.2 Miles
At the Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin, visitors can learn about history of Leadville's mining history. The location also offers special programs, offers overnight student trips, and participates in day events.
27.3 Miles
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321 votes
326 E. Seventh St. at Hazel St, Leadville, CO
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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.