{"id":12403,"date":"2022-07-27T02:48:59","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T02:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=12403"},"modified":"2023-10-31T16:28:06","modified_gmt":"2023-10-31T16:28:06","slug":"15-reasons-to-travel-to-telluride-colorado-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-reasons-to-travel-to-telluride-colorado-2\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Reasons to Travel to Telluride Colorado"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Telluride-Colorado.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Telluride-Colorado.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Telluride-Colorado-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you travel to Telluride Colorado, you may be interested in the various hiking trails. The town is renowned for its beautiful views and historic walks. The area is also home to many gold mining towns. It is well worth the extra drive to explore all that the area has to offer. There are several things you should know before you go to Telluride. The following is a traveler&#8217;s guide to Telluride. While there, you will have a blast enjoying the local sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reach Telluride Colorado, fly to Denver. The Denver-Denver Air Connection airline has daily flights to Telluride. The flight takes approximately 40 minutes. It is possible to rent a car from an Avis or Budget in Denver, though they aren&#8217;t recommended. Once you arrive in the town, you will be able to take a limo or private vehicle to your hotel. Alternatively, you can drive from Denver to Telluride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to being a fantastic ski town, Telluride offers plenty of other activities, too. The town is renowned for its friendly, welcoming locals. Locals often become friends with the fishing guides. Even bartenders know guests by their first names. Kids can even go wild playing with locals they met at a skate camp. Visiting Telluride is a memorable experience. If you want to learn more about the area, here&#8217;s how you can get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While visiting Telluride, take the time to experience the town&#8217;s laid-back atmosphere. Mountain Village is located in a valley surrounded by mountains, making it a great base for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. The free gondola ride from Telluride is a great way to see more of the town and its surroundings. And don&#8217;t forget to visit the town&#8217;s visitors center to find the best restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Telluride is known for its outdoor activities, you can still find plenty of delicious and unique restaurants. Inspirato Telluride is a luxury hotel that offers luxurious accommodations around town. In addition to deluxe continental breakfast, guests enjoy the restaurant&#8217;s delicious food. The town also has several art galleries. There is no shortage of things to do while you are here. Take a day to enjoy the town and its activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For your accommodation in Telluride, you have many options. Several hotels are located in the Mountain Village area, including Franz Klammer. Alternatively, you can rent a log cabin that is conveniently located near the ski slopes. Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Tom Cruise own properties in the town. And if you want to stay in a luxurious hotel with the best views, you can choose to stay at the acclaimed Mountain Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the town is known for its skiing and snowboarding, it has a rich history. The Ute Indians settled in the region long ago. During the nineteenth century, gold was discovered in the area, and Telluride grew rapidly. Soon after, there were ten thousand people living here and a hospital. In the 1970s, the town became a world-class ski resort. Located near the San Juan Skyway, Telluride also offers access to the Durango &amp; Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you travel to Telluride Colorado, you may be interested in the various hiking trails. The town is renowned for its beautiful views and historic walks. The area is also home to many gold mining towns. It is well worth the extra drive to explore all that the area has to offer. 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