Things to Do
Hiking
Booth Falls Trail
The Booth Falls Trail is among our top picks, offering breathtaking views of the ski resort and the valley below. While parking isn't available at the trailhead, you can conveniently catch the East Vail bus from Vail Village to the Booth Falls stop, just a short distance from the trailhead. Remember to pack water and a snack for your hike!
Berrypicker
This is the well known (and difficult!) trail that winds up the ski resort and ends at the Eagles Nest lodge. You can start in Lionshead at the base of Berrypicker (behind Eagle Bahn Gondola) or in Vail Village at the base of Strawberry Lane (behind Gondola One), which will link up with Berrypicker halfway up. Either way, the trail is about 4 miles to the top, with ~2,100 feet of elevation gain. You can either hike or ride the gondola down.
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Golf
There are a few fantastic public golf courses in the area for you to see how much farther your ball goes at altitude (it's about 10%)! There's also a frisbee golf course at the top of Vail Mountain!
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Visit The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
Located just east of Vail Village, it's a 10 minute walk to get there.
River Tubing
The Turtle Bus picks up and drops off at The Vail Transportation Center. We recommend packing snacks and drinks for the guided float tour, and you can also buy drinks on the bus. The views are beautiful, and you might see a bald eagle!
Vail Farmer's Market
Every Sunday 11am-3pm in Vail Village. There is a farmer's market, food, and crafts.
Restaurant Recommendations
There are tons of fabulous restaurants in Vail and Lionshead. You can't go wrong with any of them, but these are a just few of our favorites!
Bully Ranch at The Sonnenalp. Casual (their burgers are delicious!)
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Matsuhisa - Nobu Matsuhisa is the celebrity chef behind this restaurant. Similar to Nobu but more upscale and unique! Wonderful sushi, drinks and a cool ambiance. If you're looking for a special dining experience, you should eat here!
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La Tour- French restaurant, great for dinner. Romantic ambiance.
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Sweet Basil- This is a very popular and well known fine dining restaurant in Vail. Romantic and fancy ambiance, with delicious food. Modern American cuisine. If you're looking for a special dining experience, this is another restaurant you should try!
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Mountain Standard- Sweet Basil's sister restaurant, offering a more relaxed and casual ambiance and serving modern American cuisine. The food and drinks are delicious!
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Vendettas- Casual restaurant with delicious pizza, and a fun bar.
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El Segundo- Mexican restaurant, warm and inviting ambiance, and a fun bar.
Red Lion- Vail Village staple with bar food (and a great bar).
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Montauk- Delicious Seafood!
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Vintage- French restaurant, great for brunch!
Bars Recommendations
Frost at The Sebastian - Craft cocktails, appetizers, beautiful bar
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Remedy at The Four Seasons - Lively lobby bar, American food
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Root and Flower- Cozy Wine bar, craft cocktails, appetizers
Shakedown - Live music/concert venue
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Garfinkle's - Casual sports bar in Lionshead