Activities

We are so happy everyone can join us in Colorado! Below is a list of some of our favorite restaurants, shops and activities around town.

August can we a busy time in the mountains so we recommend making reservations for lunch and dinner and plan any activities in advance.

Please reach out to us for any questions or recommendations!

Food & Drink

Edwards & Avon

  • Hovey & Harrison: Our favorite spot for coffee and pastries. Try the monkey bread!

  • Craftsman: Grab a sandwich here before you head out on a hike

  • Zino’s: Pizza, Pasta & Bocce Ball along the creek

  • Wyld: Ritz Bachelor Gulch signature restaurant

  • Buffalo’s: Casual dining and drinks at The Ritz

Vail Village

  • Mountain Standard: Incredible food our favorite spot in the Village

  • Sweet Basil: Still the reservation to make in Vail after 40 years

  • Matsuhisha: Fresh Sushi in the mountains

  • Bol: Bowling meets high end food. Come here for drinks and be sure to rent a lane.

  • Alpenrose: Authentic Austrian cuisine and decor. Open since 1974

Drinks

  • Red Lion: Live music nightly, right in the heart of Vail Village

  • Bart & Yeti’s: Longtime Lionshead institution with outdoor deck perfect for a drink after a hike

  • Root & Flower: Mountainside chic modern wine bar

  • Pepi’s: Austrian restaurant with live entertainment

  • Remedy Bar: Cozy bar the Four Seasons with great views of Vail Mountain

Activities

Hiking

  • Beaver Lake Trail: Our favorite hike in town. This is where we got engaged! See if you can jump into the cold water at the top.

  • Booth Falls Trail: Incredible 60 foot water fall and views of the Vail Valley

  • Upper Piney River Falls Trail: The drive up is half the adventure. Follow the signs until you get to the ranch. The views are unforgettable.

  • Berrypicker Trail: Take the gondola up from Lionshead village for this trail full of wildflowers and views of Vail Village.

  • Strawberry Lane: This is a really fun hike which begins pretty close to the center of Vail itself, so it's a perfect short day hike for anyone staying in the are who doesn't want to venture too far

Golf

  • Beaver Creek Golf Club: Terrific views of Beaver Creek Mountain

  • Vail Golf Club: 18 Holes nestled at the bottom of Gore Mountain Range.

  • Red Sky Ranch: Enjoy two championship courses designed by Tom Fazio and Greg Norman high up in the Rocky Mountains.

Shopping

  • Kemo Sabe: upscale, high-end western wear for men and women

  • Wild Bills Emporium: Stop by if you forgot your Cowboy hat for Friday night

  • Gorsuch: Luxury resort-ready fashion and accessories from ski to sea

BIKING & ADVENTURE

  • Sage Outdoor Aventures: Your go to for white water rafting, ATVs and Horse Back riding

  • Vail / Beaver Creek Sports: Stop by any location for bike rentals including in the Ritz Bachelor Gulch

  • Vail Valley Anglers: Guided fly fishing trips and rentals

  • Turtle Tubing: Enjoy a scenic tube ride. Don’t forget to pack snacks and drinks!

  • Stand Up Paddle Board: Located just across from the hotel, enjoy a Stand Up Paddle in Nottingham Lake

  • Epic Pass: If you are going to take the gondola don’t forget to stop by the ticket counter for a day pass