Aurora, Colorado is a destination where global flavors, outdoor adventure, vibrant culture, and world-class meeting spaces come together to create an experience unlike any other. Just a short 10-minutes from downtown Denver and the Denver International Airport, the city blends its rich cultural diversity with stunning natural landscapes, innovative culinary offerings, and dynamic gathering spaces to enjoy.

Every Meal Tells a Story

Aurora has an incredibly diverse international culinary scene where visitors can enjoy delicious restaurants like James Beard award-winning Annette, serving up wood fired American cuisine and craft cocktails, or sip a seasonal craft beer at one of the city's laid-back breweries like the award-winning Launch Pad Brewery. Standout is Aurora's Havana Street, stretching 4.3 miles through the heart of the city, this vibrant corridor is home to dozens of restaurants representing flavors from around the world from authentic Korean BBQ and Ethiopian to Mexican street tacos and Vietnamese pho. Here, every meal tells a story of the people who make Aurora unique.

Colorado's Outdoor Playground

With 103 beautifully maintained parks, more than 100 miles of scenic trails, and over 8,000 acres of expansive open space, Aurora delivers an irresistible blend of outdoor adventure and natural beauty. Visitors can paddle, fish, or kayak on the shimmering waters of Aurora Reservoir, hike or bike through Cherry Creek State Park, or hit the green at one of the city's award-winning golf courses like Murphy Creek Golf Course or Saddle Rock. All year long, travelers can savor Colorado's famed 300 days of sunshine, framed by breathtaking mountain vistas and unforgettable Front Range sunsets.

Aurora's Culture in Full Color

Aurora's creative energy shines through its arts, markets and cultural spaces. At Stanley Marketplace, a community hub housed in a reimagined aviation facility, visitors can discover more than 50 independently owned restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and wellness studios. Just down the road, the Aurora Cultural Arts District (ACAD) on Colfax Avenue features nearly a dozen murals designed by some of the Aurora-Denver metro's best muralists. Each muralist has a distinctly unique style that showcases the diversity in the city, both in culture and art. Beyond the arts, Aurora's standout accommodations include The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club where guests can enjoy The Benson Hotel Art Collection, featuring regularly rotating art from both local and well-known artists throughout the hotel.

Meet Me in Aurora

Anchored by the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, the largest combined hotel and convention complex in Colorado, Aurora has become a premier destination for meetings and conventions. Aurora offers a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty for purpose-filled team engagement and meetings. With scalable options ranging from entry-level workshops to outdoor challenges and premium immersive retreats, the city offers team-building opportunities that embody the spirit of Colorado and leave a lasting impact.