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Aspen was founded in the 1800s as a silver mining town, the ski resort was founded in 1947 with the opening of Lift-1.  Aspen has retained much of that old town charm but now has one of the best apres ski atmospheres in North America.  

Great apres ski, shopping, restaurants, bars and cafes Aspen along with some of the best skiing in North America, a combination is very hard to beat.  

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Attractions and Activities

The Treehouse Kids Adventure Center and ski & snowboard school
Kids of all ages will discover a lot more than the lifelong joy of skiing and riding. From interactive themed rooms for all ages to movie nights, no one is too old or too young to fall in love with this place.

Prepare the little ones to be future powder-riding partners with lessons from Ski & Snowboard Schools. There are classes available for all ages and abilities, from preschoolers to teens, beginners to experts.

Ski or ride with your brood: Hit the family trails on Snowmass and Buttermilk from adventurous and interactive kids trails, childrens race arena and picnic areas and beginner terrain park and halfpipes for the littlest skiers and riders. Pick up a Kids Trail Map for details. 

Kids ages 6 and under always ski/snowboard for FREE at Aspen/Snowmass!

Enjoy a family snowcat ride for an evening filled with sing-a-longs and a great BBQ dinner at the Burlingame Cabin. Reservations required; call 800-525-6200 x4715 or +1 970-923-8715.

Take a scenic snowmobile tour to Maroon Bells. Call T-Lazy-7 Snowmobiles on +1 970-925-4614.

Ice Skating: Indoor ice skating at the Aspen Ice Garden, +1 970-920-5141, or outdoor ice skating at the Silver Circle Ice Rink (FREE for guests at Hyatt Grand Aspen!), +1 970-925-6360.

Storytelling by the Campfire: Listen to tales of the Old West while roasting marshmallows and drinking hot chocolate at the campfire in Snowmass Village. FREE for all ages. Call 800-SNOWMASS for dates and times.

Recreation Centers: After the lifts close, give your family a unique recreational experience in either Aspen or Snowmass Village. The Aspen Parks & Recreation facility (the ARC) features an Olympic-size pool, NHL-size ice arena, rock climbing, youth center and much more. Call +1 970-544-4100 for details. The Snowmass Village Recreation Center is an 18,000 square foot, first-class complex boasting a wide variety of activities for all ages and interests. Whether you play on our climbing wall, enjoy the very unique bouldering cave or shoot some hoops on the new gym, you & your family are sure to enjoy. Call +1 970-922-2240 for more information.

And, there are plenty of places to go to a movie, rent a movie, or enjoy a nice family dinner in Aspen or Snowmass (HINT: Take the kids to eat at Boogie's Diner in Aspen, where pink vinyl booths, huge shakes and yummy food abound.)

Spa at Snowmass Club is the only spa open in Snowmass, offering a wide range of treatments to keep the body and face looking and feeling fresh. Try a body buff or peel to rejuvenate your entire body and exfoliate dead skin cells. Opt for a full body Swedish massage to make tired muscles smile after a full day on the slopes. Or indulge in an anti-aging facial that uses papaya enzymes to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and moisturize dry skin. Spa at Snowmass Club is open to members and the public, by appointment only. Guests of the Spa at Snowmass Club receive a full-day pass to the Athletic Club at Snowmass Club. Call +1 970-923-5600 to let the pampering begin!

Dining

Consistently rated the #1 resort in North America for dining, Aspen/Snowmass has over 100 bars and restaurants to choose from. You'll find menus to please every palate here.

Jimmy's An American Restaurant & Bar. Free Salsa Night. Serving "Fierce American Food," the finest-quality steaks, chops, fresh fish, rotisserie and much more, and desserts are down-home and delicious. Jimmy also has a hand-selected collection of the best spirits, including an award-winning selection of 67 top-shelf tequilas and mescals.
Carry-Out Catering at Snowmass Club!  Did you know that Sage Bistro & Bar offers carry-out catering?
Cafe Ink - International coffees, teas and espresso. Bagels, specialty spreads, sandwiches, pastry, smoothies, famous blended drinks, outdoor courtyard. Located in the Ajax Mtn. Bldg, across the road from the gondola.
Boogie's Diner, an authentic 1950's diner, open for lunch and dinner. We serve salads, burgers, pastas, roast turkey and more. And for dessert - Ben and Jerry's soda fountain with homemade desserts such as carrot cake! Full bar. Veggie and heart-healthy specialities. Something for everyone in the family.

Nightlife

Consistently ranked tops in nightlife (with over 100 bars, restaurants and clubs), Aspen/Snowmass offers something for everyone with everything from billiards to jazz clubs, dancing to no-nonsense watering holes, coffee houses to internet-connected taxi rides. There's never a dull moment when the sun goes down.

Dance all night at Aspen's hot clubs! For those who want to DANCE ALL NIGHT, check out Aspen's hottest clubs, Club Chelsea, Shooter's or the Lava Room.  Get there early for a space on the dance floor.
J-Bar at Hotel Jerome. Stop in at the legendary J-Bar at the Hotel Jerome and order and the infamous "Aspen Crud." Ask the bartender to show you the autographed drawer, signed by every bartender who's served there since the 1800s. On the National Register of Historic Places.
The Bar at The Little Nell Aprs Ski:  Experience Aspen's hottest aprs ski at one of the bars at The Little Nell hotel.
39 Degrees at Sky Hotel, Aspen's #1 aprs-ski location, featuring signature appetizers and local drink specials. Big-screen TV showing major sports events.
Belly Up, Aspen - When you come to Aspen/Snowmass a must-see hot-spot for live music is the Belly Up, Aspen. The Belly Up hosts musical talent from around the world including acts such as: Ben Harper, Snoop Dogg, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Tiesto, Social Distortion, Damien and Stephen Marley, B.B. King, SEAL, Chris Isaak and many more hot acts. Visit the website

Groceries

Grocery Girls of Aspen
Grocery Girls of Aspen is a delivery service that alleviates the hassles of shopping. They provide delivery of groceries, spirits, sundries, and anything else you may desire. They deliver to private homes as well as rental units. They guarantee their delivery service to be reliable, affordable, and convenient. They have proudly served Aspen locals and visitors for the last four years!  Phone: +1 970-948-2230 Website

Clark's Market
Largest supermarket in town with the largest selection of groceries.  Located at300 Puppy Smith - Aspen, CO 81611, phone: +1 970-925-8046.

SkiCountryGrocer.com
First Class Grocery Delivery. No need to hassle with grocery shopping after a long day of travel. Let SkiCountryGrocer.com shop for all of your grocery and liquor needs. Place your order online with their user-friendly website in the comfort of your home and they will deliver to your Aspen/Snowmass accommodations. They also carry a complete menu of gourmet prepared meals as well as kosher meals. Arrive to a fully stocked kitchen so you can spend your vacation time on the things you really want to do!   Phone: +1 970-328-8037 or email: info@skicountrygrocer.com   Website