You've Got Your Tickets, Now Explore More in Aurora, Colorado

Stay in Aurora and discover a side of Colorado that goes way beyond your event. Explore incredible international restaurants, local craft breweries, family attractions, public art, shopping, and thousands of acres of wide-open Colorado spaces, all with convenient access to Denver International Airport and the action across the metro area.

More Colorado. More Room to Experience It.

There’s more to your Colorado weekend.

Aurora gives you the amenities you want with a whole lot more breathing room. Make Aurora your home base and spend the rest of your trip discovering unexpected food, outdoor adventures, local businesses, arts, and entertainment.

BY THE NUMBERS

🌎 6 Continents of Cuisine: Experience flavors from around the world, all within a five-mile stretch.
🍺 15 Craft Breweries: Raise a glass to locally made beer before or after the game.
🌲 8,000 Acres of Open Space: Trails, reservoirs, golf, and outdoor recreation give you room to explore.
🎨 9 Arts Districts: Discover colorful murals, public art, and immersive installations throughout Aurora.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Adventures. Play centers, adventure parks, museums, and outdoor attractions give younger fans plenty to do.
✈️ 13 Minutes from DEN: Spend less time getting from the airport to your destination — and more time enjoying Colorado.

Discover a Different Side of Colorado.

Aurora isn't one experience. It's thousands of them.

It's colorful murals and unexpected galleries. Neighborhood markets filled with flavors from around the world. Local breweries where the person pouring your beer might have helped make it. Live performances, festivals, boutiques, parks, and restaurants are worth building a trip around.

Uncover the Real Colorado

Stay Here. Play Everywhere.

Whether you're making it a friend's weekend, bringing the whole family, or turning your event into a Colorado getaway, Aurora makes an ideal home base.

Choose from accommodations ranging from familiar national brands to full-service resorts and distinctive boutique stays. Wake up close to great food and attractions, explore Aurora during the day, head to the game, and come back ready for whatever's next.

Browse Our 60+ Hotel Options

Your Weekend Starts Here.

Bring Your Appetite.

One City. A World of Flavor.

Come hungry.

Aurora is Colorado's most diverse city, and nowhere is that more deliciously obvious than in its restaurants. Within just a few miles, you can travel the world through food, from Korean barbecue and Ethiopian specialties to Mexican street food, Salvadoran favorites, Middle Eastern cuisine, and much more.

Skip the predictable pregame meal and uncover something you can't find back home.

Savor 400+ Independent International Aurora Restaurants

Bringing the Rookies?

Make Event Weekend a Family Weekend.

Your event might be the headline, but it doesn't have to be the only highlight.

Let the kids burn off some energy at Aurora's indoor play centers and adventure parks (we have more than any other city in the US!) Immerse yourselves at the Plains Conservation Center, Aurora History Museum, or the Morrison Nature Center. Horseback riding, paddleboarding, and kayaking are also available during the warmer months.

With plenty of room to play and experiences for every age, Aurora makes it easy to turn game day into a family adventure.

Fun for the Entire Family

Find Some Breathing Room.

You've experienced the roar of the stadium. Now experience the quiet side of Colorado.

Aurora offers approximately 8,000 acres of open space where you can hike, bike, paddle, golf, or simply enjoy some fresh Colorado air. Wander the trails, beaches, and water at Aurora Reservoir, discover the prairie landscape, or squeeze in an outdoor adventure before heading home.

Have an Outdoor Adventure

Make Aurora Your Home Base.

Your weekend deserves more than a place to sleep.

Stay somewhere that puts great restaurants, breweries, family attractions, and Colorado experiences within easy reach, while keeping you connected to the airport and everything else you've planned for the weekend

Plan Your Weekend

Know Before You Go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I stay near Denver for a sporting event or a concert?

Aurora is a convenient home base for a Denver Broncos weekend, music festival, concert, or conference, with a wide range of hotels and easy access to Denver International Airport, Empower Field at Mile High, Red Rocks, the Colorado Convention Center, and attractions throughout the Denver metro area. Staying in Aurora also puts international restaurants, craft breweries, shopping, family attractions, and outdoor recreation within easy reach of your hotel.

What are the best things to do near Denver before or after a sporting event or concert?

Make more of game weekend by exploring Aurora's international dining scene, local breweries, public art, shopping, and outdoor recreation. Families can add indoor play and adventure attractions, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore trails, parks, and thousands of acres of open space before or after game day.

What are the best family-friendly things to do near Denver during a Broncos weekend?

Aurora offers plenty of ways to keep younger fans entertained, including indoor play centers, adventure attractions, parks, trails, shopping, and outdoor recreation. It's easy to build a family-friendly Colorado weekend around Sunday's game instead of making the stadium your only stop.

Where can I find unique restaurants near Denver and Denver International Airport?

Aurora is Colorado's most diverse city and one of the Denver area's best destinations for international dining. Visitors can discover cuisines representing six continents within a five-mile stretch, including Korean, Ethiopian, Mexican, Salvadoran, Middle Eastern, and many more global flavors.

Where can I find craft breweries near Denver and Denver International Airport?

Aurora is home to 15 craft breweries, giving football fans and music enthusiasts plenty of options for a locally made Colorado beer before or after game day. Explore neighborhood taprooms, locally owned breweries, and gathering spots throughout the city.

What outdoor activities can I do near Denver during my event weekend?

Aurora offers approximately 8,000 acres of open space for visitors looking to get some fresh air during their football weekend. Depending on the season, visitors can hike, bike, golf, paddle, explore local trails, or visit destinations such as Aurora Reservoir.

What can I do near Denver International Airport during a long weekend?

Instead of treating the airport area as simply a place to arrive and depart, use Aurora as the starting point for your Colorado experience. Explore international restaurants, breweries, shopping, public art, family attractions, and outdoor recreation, with parts of Aurora located just minutes from Denver International Airport.

How far is Aurora from Empower Field at Mile High?

Travel time depends on where you're staying in Aurora and traffic on game day, but Aurora provides convenient access to Empower Field at Mile High and destinations throughout the Denver metro area. Use our interactive map to compare Aurora hotels, attractions, and restaurants with the stadium and plan your game-day route.

What are some unique things to do in Aurora, Colorado?

Aurora offers experiences you won't find on a typical Denver itinerary. Eat your way around the world, discover local breweries, explore public art and cultural districts, shop at local businesses, visit Aurora Reservoir, or find your own adventure among approximately 8,000 acres of open space.

What should I do in Aurora the day before my event?

Build your Saturday around the kind of Colorado experience you want. Spend the morning outdoors, explore Aurora's shops and cultural attractions in the afternoon, then try an international restaurant and visit a local brewery in the evening. You'll get an extra day in Colorado without having to save everything for game day.

Where can I find hotels near Denver International Airport for a Broncos weekend?

Aurora offers numerous hotels with convenient access to Denver International Airport, including everything from familiar national brands to full-service resorts and distinctive local accommodations. Staying in Aurora gives you easy access to the airport while putting restaurants, attractions, shopping, and recreation within easy reach.

Find Your Hotel

Your Event Is Just the Beginning.

Come for the event. Stay for incredible food, Colorado adventures, family fun, and experiences you didn't know were waiting just down the road.

Uncover the Real Colorado in Aurora.

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