Things to do in Aurora

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Denver: Unlimited Colorado Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Denver: Unlimited Colorado Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

RM9
per traveller
Denver: Unlimited Colorado Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Rocky Mountain Escape

Rocky Mountain Escape

RM405
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain Escape
General Admission to Denver Botanic Gardens Ticket

General Admission to Denver Botanic Gardens Ticket

RM75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
General Admission to Denver Botanic Gardens Ticket
Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

RM364
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views
Denver: Meow Wolf's Convergence Station Admission Ticket

Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket

RM155
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket
Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket

Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket

RM106
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket
From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour

From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour

RM364
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour
Museum of Illusions Denver, Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Denver, Admission Ticket

RM123
per adult
Museum of Illusions Denver, Admission Ticket
Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites

Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites

RM160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites
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City Center

While you're in City Center, take in top sights like Mershops Town Center at Aurora and jump on the metro at Aurora Metro Center Station to see more of the city.

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North Aurora

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Aurora and surrounding area, you can visit Stanley Marketplace and Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora.

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Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora and Mershops Town Center at Aurora.

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Fitzsimons

While you're in Fitzsimons, take in top sights like Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora and jump on the metro at Fitzsimons Station to see more of the city.

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Delmar Parkway

While visiting Delmar Parkway, you might make a stop by sights like The Aurora Fox and Vintage Theatre.

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Denver

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora worth visiting?
Whether you're here to enjoy the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Aurora.
How do I spend a day in Aurora?
Kick your day off with a visit to Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Then, tour different parts of Aurora for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aurora?
Denver Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in Aurora and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Aurora?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city sights, like Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Centre, Stanley Marketplace and Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. The average stay in Aurora is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, Denver isn't far away.
Is Aurora a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Aurora. Several attractions, like Stanley Marketplace and The Aurora Fox, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Aurora's neighbourhoods, Jewell Heights - Hoffman Heights is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Sable Altura Chambers is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Aurora with kids?
Deciding what to do in Aurora with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Aurora for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Aurora, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to National Western Complex or Bellco Theatre.
Are there free things to do in Aurora?
In Aurora, Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Centre is a popular spot for anyone planning to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's an easy way to learn about the best free things to do in Aurora.