A half-hour drive south of Aspen leads to Maroon Bells, with miles of hiking trails and some of Colorado's prettiest scenery.  

Downtown Aspen's historic buildings, many of which date back to the late 1800s, now offer shopping ranging from internationally known brands to funky local style.  

Many visitors head to Aspen's downtown pedestrian malls to walk the shady lanes and explore the diverse restaurants, coffee houses, and shops.  

With dozens of trails and roads nearby, Aspen is a popular cycling destination. Several shops in town rent bicycles.  

Western ranch culture is as much a part of Aspen as movie stars and trendy shopping.  

From mid-June through late October the Aspen Saturday Market combines farmer's market with art fair, offering locally grown and produced goodies, art, and crafts.  

The John Denver Sanctuary along the river in Aspen is a quiet place to read a book, share a picnic, or just spend a few peaceful moments in a beautiful setting.  

Friendly locals and a casual ambience are two more reasons that visitors return to Aspen year after year.  

Choose one of Aspen's outdoor pedestrian malls to linger over a cup of coffee and watch the world go by.  

Built in 1891 during the silver mining boom, the Elks Building is a local landmark and classic example of Aspen architecture.  

The historic downtown district with its pedestrian walkways is perfect for strolling and people-watching.  

On a warm summer day in Aspen you can almost feel the love in the air.