Top 5 Indoor Activities in Telluride

If you’re looking for a getaway filled with fresh mountain air, fun, a four-seasons climate, and plenty of arts and cultural adventures to explore, the small, historic towns of Colorado are for you. Set your sights on Telluride and its many year-round activities and attractions with fun for everyone.

While Telluride is known for its many outdoor activities, like mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, and even adrenaline-pumping adventures like whitewater rafting and paragliding, there are times you want to settle in and stay inside for the day. For those moments, check out these Telluride indoor activities!

Telluride Historical Museum

Start by getting to know the scoop on everything Telluride and get to know the place where you’ve decided to spend your vacation. Explore a variety of permanent and temporary exhibits that depict Telluride’s past from Native Americans to Butch Cassidy’s first bank robbery – boasting a take worth over $800,000 today, to the history of the development of the town, and other local historic events. They also offer historic walking tours of the town and other educational programs for visitors of all ages.

Historic Telluride

Going hand-in-hand with the museum, you’ll want to wander historic Telluride. It’s an indoor/outdoor activity that will take you around to many of the businesses and landmarks in town.

Due to its significant role in shaping the history of the American West, the historic downtown area was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964. Visit the town museum and learn about the town’s evolution, from its roots as a Ute tribe summer camp all the way up to the mountain ski and snowboard hot spot of today. Shop in stores and boutiques, many of which are housed in some of the original buildings that date back to the 1800s.

Sheridan Opera House

Take in some Telluride art and culture during your visit. Built in 1913, the property started as a Vaudeville theater and cultural center. Today, it’s a hot spot for arts and cultural activities in Telluride including live music, theater, recitals, lectures, and more to keep you busy and entertained throughout your trip. It can be rented out for private events, too.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that helps restore and preserve the building and bring quality arts programs to the residents and visitors of Telluride. Make sure to catch a show or event while you’re here!

Dining

Start by taking a delicious tour of Telluride! Take a tour of many of the restaurants and cafes that call Telluride home during a food-themed tour of town. Choose an organized tour that stops at various Telluride restaurants, cafes, and bars, or blaze your own trail. If you choose an organized tour, the tour includes multiple stops, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many and varied flavors of Telluride. Keep in mind some stops may be 21+, and some foods or beverages may not be included in the price of the organized tour.

Once you’ve found your favorite spots, enjoy the many tastes of Telluride! There are many restaurants offering the most delicious food prepared by brilliant chefs. Deli selections like hot and cold sandwiches, salads, and more join pizza, burgers, authentic Italian or Thai cuisine, and more. During the summer season, you may spot food trucks and carts around town. No matter what meal of the day you’re hungry for, you’ll find it in Telluride. There’s a flavor to love and leave you satisfied until the next meal.

Shopping

You’ll no doubt want to do some shopping while you’re here, either for that perfect souvenir or to find the perfect locally made items. You’ll want to make sure to hit the many shops and boutiques in search of something only found in Telluride. You’re sure to find some interesting treasures and souvenirs to remember the trip. Many of these stores are located inside the historic buildings of Telluride, dating back as far as the 1800s.

Bonus: Spa Day

A Telluride vacation wouldn’t be complete without a day of total relaxation. There are several spas in Telluride and the surrounding area waiting to help you out with that total relaxation during your well-deserved break. Choose from services like mani/pedis, body wraps or scrubs, scalp treatments, and more. You’ll no doubt be walking away refreshed and rejuvenated. If the men of the group want a relaxing treatment, too, some spas offer special just-for-men services that cater to their unique needs.

The Best of Telluride Inside

As you plan how to spend your time indoors during a Telluride vacation, book a vacation rental with Lodging In Telluride for a convenient home base for all the fun. Choose a cozy studio-style unit for a solo or sweetheart experience. For a vacation that includes all your loved ones, there are units as large as six bedrooms! There are Telluride indoor activities to experience at your accommodations, including flat screen TVs for movies, books, magazines, and toys for the kids in select units. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the fully equipped kitchen or stretch out and relax in a private bedroom or open living space after a day of fun.