Courtney & Alan

Bus (RFTA) - No-fare service between Aspen and Snowmass, including stops at the airport and across downtown. See their website for more details around stops, schedules, and frequency.

Hotel Concierge Shuttle - Some hotels may offer free shuttle service to/from the airport and any destination within Aspen. Inquire with your specific hotel for more details.

The Downtowner - Free downtown door-to-door shuttle service from 11 A.M. to 11 P.M. Requires use of a mobile app (iOS / Android). See their website for details.

Walking - If you are physically able, walking in Aspen is a great option! Corner-to-corner walking of Aspen proper is approximately 2 miles, with much of the downtown area located within a quarter-mile radius.

Taxi - High Mountain Taxi Aspen / 1-970-925-8294

Uber / Lyft - While not entirely absent of the service, Uber and Lyft are not very prevalent in Aspen, particularly in the off-season.

If you are flying into ASE, renting a car is not necessary. Aspen is a very small and walkable town, with a lot of transportation options.

If you still want to rent a car from ASE, EGE, or GJT, please keep in mind that availability is limited and you will need to book well in advance.

If you are flying into Denver and driving to Aspen, be aware that you will be driving across the Rocky Mountains, which includes significant elevation changes. It is recommended to travel via I-70 by-way of Glenwood Springs. The alternative route, via US-24/CO-82 ("Independence Pass"), is a much more difficult road to travel, and should be taken with caution.

Aspen has so much to do, and so much to explore! We hope that you have the opportunity to enjoy as much of this destination as we do!

Rather than write a long list on the website, we've personalized a Google Maps link to share the location of all of our favorite places to eat, drink, and visit for recreation.

Make sure to review the full list, zoom out, and check our favorite hikes and other locations across the valley!

Descriptions included on the Google Map markers!

Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) - Our favorite place to fly in and out of! Just a 10 minute drive (or free bus ride) to downtown Aspen

Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) -1.5 hour drive to Aspen

Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) - 2 hour drive to Aspen

Denver International Airport (DEN) - 4 hour drive to Aspen. (NOTE: If you are driving to/from DEN, it is recommended to take I-70 by-way of Glenwood Springs. See the "Car Rental" section for more information.)