Guidebook for Aspen
Shopping
One of the best all-around "gear" stores in town - they have pretty much anything technical you might need, from socks all the way to mountaineering equipment.
10 locals recommend
Ute Mountaineer
210 S Galena StOne of the best all-around "gear" stores in town - they have pretty much anything technical you might need, from socks all the way to mountaineering equipment.
Best ski shop in town. We've bought several pairs of skis here, and it's a great place to rent or demo skis as well.
Hamilton Sports
520 E Durant AveBest ski shop in town. We've bought several pairs of skis here, and it's a great place to rent or demo skis as well.
Explore Booksellers
221 E Main StA fantastic book store with a cafe upstairs.
Carl's Pharmacy
306 E Main StThe go-to pharmacy+ in Aspen.
I was tempted to list this under "groceries", since good wine is as important to us as good food. These guys have the best stuff in town - 110% worth the extra stop when you are out running errands.
Of Grape & Grain
111 S Monarch StI was tempted to list this under "groceries", since good wine is as important to us as good food. These guys have the best stuff in town - 110% worth the extra stop when you are out running errands.
Essentials
Grocery Store - be sure to bring the fob on the keychain to scan at checkout for local discounts.
93 locals recommend
City Market
711 E Cooper AveGrocery Store - be sure to bring the fob on the keychain to scan at checkout for local discounts.
Ok, it's VERY pricey. You've likely never paid so much for a steak in your life. But the quality can't be beat. Go here for meat, fish, and gourmet items when you want to cook a special meal.
15 locals recommend
Butcher's Block
424 S Spring StOk, it's VERY pricey. You've likely never paid so much for a steak in your life. But the quality can't be beat. Go here for meat, fish, and gourmet items when you want to cook a special meal.
This is a 30-minute drive (but a beautiful one), so only go if you are looking to stock up for a longer stay.
86 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
340 Reed StThis is a 30-minute drive (but a beautiful one), so only go if you are looking to stock up for a longer stay.
Food Scene
Our absolute favorite restaurant in town. Reservations can be tricky on short notice during busy seasons and on the weekend. Alex the sommelier is exceptional - trust him!
38 locals recommend
Cache Cache
205 S Mill StOur absolute favorite restaurant in town. Reservations can be tricky on short notice during busy seasons and on the weekend. Alex the sommelier is exceptional - trust him!
The best spot for lunch at the bottom of the mountain - it's located next to the gondola.
26 locals recommend
Ajax Tavern
685 E Durant AveThe best spot for lunch at the bottom of the mountain - it's located next to the gondola.
This is a great spot for lunch (on a day when you aren't on the mountain) or dinner. They can also handle children with finesse, like a good hotel restaurant should.
27 locals recommend
Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection
330 E Main StThis is a great spot for lunch (on a day when you aren't on the mountain) or dinner. They can also handle children with finesse, like a good hotel restaurant should.
Everything Else
A fantastic spa inside the St Regis, only two blocks away from the condo. Arrive early or stay longer after your treatment - the locker rooms have amazing water features.
8 locals recommend
Remede Spa
315 E Dean StA fantastic spa inside the St Regis, only two blocks away from the condo. Arrive early or stay longer after your treatment - the locker rooms have amazing water features.
If you want to work out during your stay, the Aspen Club has short-term membership options.
15 locals recommend
The Aspen Club
430 W Main StIf you want to work out during your stay, the Aspen Club has short-term membership options.