Things to do in Aurora

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Aurora
Aurora
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Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,077 per adult
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Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,077 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation

Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation

6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is P 1,426 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Denver: Private Luxury Cannabis Tour

Denver: Private Luxury Cannabis Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 11,353 per adult*
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Gaslights, Graves, & Gold: Terrors of Denver Ghost Tour

Gaslights, Graves, & Gold: Terrors of Denver Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,540 per adult
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What to do in Aurora

Popular places to visit

Union Station

Union Station

You can learn more about the history of Denver when you make a stop at a well-known site like Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Union Station
Red Rocks Amphitheater which includes theater scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Towering monoliths create perfect acoustic conditions and a unique concert venue, all thanks to the magic of Mother Nature.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Colorado Convention Center

Colorado Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening at Colorado Convention Center, a top convention center in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

Colorado Convention Center
Coors Field

Coors Field

Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Coors Field
Empower Field at Mile High

Empower Field at Mile High

Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Empower Field at Mile High
Ball Arena

Ball Arena

Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.

Ball Arena
Denver Zoo featuring zoo animals and marine life

Denver Zoo

Home to over 3,500 animals, this popular zoo strives to promote animal welfare and conservation, inspired by one very important orphaned bear.

Denver Zoo
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16th Street

You can do some window-shopping at 16th Street during your stay in Denver. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

16th Street
University of Denver

University of Denver

Explore the campus of University of Denver during your stay in Denver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

University of Denver

Areas of Aurora

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Delmar Parkway

If you're spending some time in Delmar Parkway, The Aurora Fox and Vintage Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Delmar Parkway
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North Aurora

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Aurora and surrounding area, you can visit Stanley Marketplace and Denver Zoo.

North Aurora
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Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights

While Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Town Center at Aurora and Aurora Hills Golf Course.

Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights
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Fitzsimons

While you're in Fitzsimons, take in top sights like Fitzsimons Golf Course and jump on the metro at Fitzsimons Station to see more of the city.

Fitzsimons
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Sable Altura Chambers

While Sable Altura Chambers isn't home to many top sights, Town Center at Aurora and Aurora Sports Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sable Altura Chambers
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Heather Gardens

While you're in Heather Gardens, take in top sights like Cherry Creek State Park and jump on the metro at Iliff Station to see more of the city.

Heather Gardens
City Park showing a garden, autumn leaves and a lake or waterhole

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora worth visiting?
Whether you're here to enjoy the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Aurora.
How do I spend a day in Aurora?
Kick your day off with a visit to Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Then, tour different parts of Aurora for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aurora?
Denver Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in Aurora and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Aurora?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city sights, like Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Stanley Marketplace and Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. The average stay in Aurora is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, Denver isn't far away.
Is Aurora a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Aurora. Several attractions, like Stanley Marketplace and The Aurora Fox, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Aurora's neighborhoods, Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Sable Altura Chambers is 2 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Aurora with kids?
Deciding what to do in Aurora with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Aurora for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Aurora, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to National Western Complex or Bellco Theatre.
Are there free things to do in Aurora?
In Aurora, Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is a popular spot for anyone planning to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's an easy way to learn about the best free things to do in Aurora.