Whit's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Best ski lunch on Aspen Mountain. Awesome people watching and it’s the best food on any of the mountains. Sit outside on a warm day.
6 locals recommend
Bonnie's Restaurant
Best ski lunch on Aspen Mountain. Awesome people watching and it’s the best food on any of the mountains. Sit outside on a warm day.
Food scene
Go for happy hour. Best burger in town and only $12 between 3 pm and 5 pm. Martinis are also half price during happy hour.
19 locals recommend
Clark's Oyster Bar
517 E Hyman AveGo for happy hour. Best burger in town and only $12 between 3 pm and 5 pm. Martinis are also half price during happy hour.
Neighborhoods
Aspen
Downtown Aspen is picturesque, super safe, and easily walkable.
City advice
Getting around
Walk or take free rides around town using the Downtowner app
Bring snow boots. It’s icy.
Don't miss
A concert at the Belly Up.
Best music venue in town and big names come from far away and play in a very intimate space.
Customs and culture
Après Ski — do it!
Go around 3 pm to 4 pm. Wear your ski clothes, no need to change. Perfect way to celebrate a great day on the slopes. Hotel bars like the Jerome or Little Nell are hot spots.
Customs and culture
Take a Mountain Shrine Tour
Get a free tour with one of the ambassadors on the mountain. Check the ambassador tour schedule and have them take you to the Jerry Garcia shrine.
What to pack
Pack snow boots
Don’t walk outside in high heels. Bring them to change into if you go to a party.
Useful phrases
How many inches are we going to get?
Everyone likes to talk about possible snowfall.
Don't miss
The Aspen Art Museum
Admission is always free. They have a great cafe on the roof with the best views in town. And if you’re looking for a party scene check out the apres party every Saturday after skiing.