Aspen travel guide
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You're Going to Love Aspen
With a population of 6,658, Aspen is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Aspen deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Aspen
If you’re looking for affordable options, Jimmy's An American Restaurant & Bar (205 South Mill Street) and Pinon's Restaurant (105 South Mill Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Casa Tua Aspen (403 S Galena) and Bosq (312 South Mill Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Aspen.
When to visit Aspen
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Aspen in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -14 °C, with an average temperature of -7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 46 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Aspen, with an average rainfall of 25 mm.
How to Get to Aspen
Plane
When flying to Aspen, you’ll arrive at Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Aspen is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 105 miles from Aspen. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Denver.
Airlines serving Aspen
Where to stay in Aspen
From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection to great affordable options like the Hearthstone House, Aspen offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €881 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €693 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Aspen Mountain Lodge and St Moritz Lodge and Condominiums.
Where to stay in popular areas of Aspen
Most booked hotels in Aspen
Hiring a car in Aspen
Budget, Sixt and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Aspen is the Hertz branch at 233 Airport Rd Ste.h, which is 3 miles from the city centre.
Expect to pay €0.97 per litre in Aspen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.61 and €15.48. The most frequently booked car type in Aspen is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.