Delight in the majestic landscape of Telluride
Take a holiday to Telluride and enjoy the area's festivals, live music and culture. Travellers to this scenic city praise the skiing, mountain views and hiking. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Telluride
Do you want to discover attractions to visit in the area? You'll be sure to enjoy Telluride for its skiing and hiking. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Telluride a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Telluride Ski Resort (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Silverton Mountain Ski Resort (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)
- Ouray Hot Springs Pool (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Orvis Hot Springs (14.2 mi / 22.8 km)
- Purgatory Resort (21.2 mi / 34.1 km)
- Kendall Mountain Recreation Area (12.5 mi / 20.2 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Telluride
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Telluride is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Town Park (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Alta Lakes (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Blue Lakes Trail (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Imogene Pass (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Red Mountain (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
- Island Lake (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Telluride
Telluride is well known for its skiing. If you've planned your trip around snowy activities, consider visiting in March, January, December or February, when snowfall averages 61 cm and temperatures average -9°C.
How to get to and around Telluride
The nearest airport is in Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional), located 5 mi (8 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional), which is 39.2 mi (63 km) away.