Line 9 · Snow & skiing

Breckenridge with kids

Colorado Rockies

Best timeDec–Mar
Getting thereDrive or fly, depending on your ZIP
Good forSnow & skiing, Mountains & hiking

Ski school for the kids, a Victorian Main Street, snow tubing and the Ullr Fest parade in January.

Lift tickets are the big cost. Buy Epic day passes months ahead to save up to 50%.

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What it costs

Example for 2 adults and 2 kids, 5 days, including lodging, food and activities. Gas or flights depend on where you live, so price it from your ZIP for the full total.

Where you stayEstimated total*
Budget (1★)$4,670
Mid-range (3★)$5,790
Luxury (5★)$9,250

*Planning estimate from typical recent prices, before travel, with an 8% buffer. Holiday weeks and school breaks cost more.

Best time to go

  1. JanBest
  2. FebBest
  3. MarBest
  4. AprOff
  5. MayOff
  6. JunGood
  7. JulGood
  8. AugGood
  9. SepGood
  10. OctOff
  11. NovOff
  12. DecBest

Top attractions in Colorado Rockies

  1. Breckenridge Ski ResortFive peaks
  2. Main Street historic districtVictorian mining town
  3. Isak HeartstoneGiant wooden troll
  4. Country Boy MineGold mine tour
  5. Peak 8 Fun ParkSummer coasters and slides
  6. Gold Runner CoasterYear-round
  7. BreckConnect GondolaFree ride to the base
  8. Lake DillonBoating
  9. Keystone ResortNearby ski area
  10. Barney Ford House MuseumLocal history

Where to eat in Colorado Rockies

  1. Breckenridge Brewery$$Brewpub
  2. Crepes à la Cart$Late-night crêpes
  3. Hearthstone$$$Victorian house dining
  4. Empire Burger$$Burgers and shakes
  5. Briar Rose Chophouse$$$Steaks and game
  6. Downstairs at Eric's$$Arcade and pizza
  7. Columbine Café$Breakfast
  8. Breckenridge Distillery$$$Restaurant
  9. Mi Casa$$Mexican
  10. Clint's Bakery & Coffee House$Pastries

Things to do

  1. Kids' ski schoolBook early
  2. Snow tubingFrisco Adventure Park
  3. Dog sleddingGood Times Adventures
  4. Sleigh ride dinnerWinter
  5. Snowmobile tourGuided
  6. Ice skateStephen C. West Ice Arena
  7. Ullr FestJanuary
  8. International Snow Sculpture ChampionshipsLate January
  9. Pan for goldCountry Boy Mine
  10. Alpine slideSummer

Places change. Tap any name to check it on Google Maps before you go.

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