- The list below includes 211 free or cheap things to do in or near Central City, Colorado, including 101 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, Disc Golf and Haunted Tours.
- From Gilpin History Museum to Ghost Town Disc Golf Course, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Central City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Boulder, Idaho Springs and Wheat Ridge.
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Aurora Reservoir is a center for a variety of recreational activities such as scuba diving, fishing, swimming, boating and more.The swim beach here is open seasonally and there are multiple trails for hiking or biking around the reservoir.
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2 miles west of Wilson and Eisenhower, Loveland, CO
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Apart from being a preserved wildlife habitat and multiple species of plants, Devil's Backbone Open Space is also known for its many rock formations, especially the Keyhole. There is also a network of trails which can be used for jogging, biking, trail running and more.
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Named for former First Lady Betty Ford, the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are dedicated to preserving alpine flora and educating the public about such under-appreciated plants. The Alpine Gardens campus includes children's gardens, many gardens of mountain plants, several rock gardens and other memorable exchibitio…
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Visitors can walk or bike the paved six mile path at Plum Creek Trail, which takes visitors through lower Sellars Gulch and East Plum Creek. Information stations and educational materials help birdwatchers identify avian species residing along the path.
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At Loveland Museum, one can find a variety of artifacts and interactive displays, including a 3D map complete with mountains and trees, about local and American history. The Museum also comprises of three art galleries which showcase works by a regional and national artists.
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Vail Transportation Center, Level 3, Vail, CO 81657
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For a unique learning experience, visit Colorado Ski Museum – Ski Hall of Fame and discover how our favorite winter past times came to be. With six-themed galleries, visitors are treated to historical artifacts, Olympic memorabilia, and multimedia presentations.
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Visitors to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater will marvel at the stunning beauty surrounding this 1,260-seat outdoor venue. Featuring both covered and open-air seating, the venue hosts arts, cultural, and musical events throughout the year.
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With the focus on promoting fitness in the community, Chilson Recreation Center offers visitors an 85,000 square foot facility that hosts over 80 fitness classes. The center has an aquatics facility with a lap pool, hot tubs, and water slides.
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The Loveland Museum and Gallery is a museum dedicated to providing diverse cultural experiences through history, artistic expression, and community celebration. Attractions include an art gallery, art classes, and a variety of programs and special events.
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Colorado's Vail Valley is one of the world's most popular winter sports destinations. Packed with luxurious ski resorts, snowmobile trails, soaring snow-capped mountains and pristine forests, Vail is no less beautiful in warm weather, when it offers excellent hiking, mountain biking and rafting adventures.