Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Breckenridge travel guide

Breckenridge Tourism | Breckenridge Guide

You're Going to Love Breckenridge

With a population of 4,540, Breckenridge is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Breckenridge has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Breckenridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blue River Bistro (305 North Main Street) and Aurum Food & Wine - Breckenridge (209 S. Ridge St) are great picks.

When to visit Breckenridge

Breckenridge in September
Estimated hotel price
£146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Breckenridge in September
Estimated hotel price
£146
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Breckenridge in July, when the average temperature is 12 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -18 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 59 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Breckenridge, with an average rainfall of 32 mm.

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How to Get to Breckenridge

Plane

Although Breckenridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 48 miles from Breckenridge. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 59 miles from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.

Plane

Although Breckenridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 48 miles from Breckenridge. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 59 miles from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Breckenridge

ASEAspen Pitkin County
COSColorado Springs
DENDenver Intl

Airlines serving Breckenridge

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,397 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,773 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,806 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,357 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,267 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,464 reviews)
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Where to stay in Breckenridge

Average rates range from around £156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £291 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Breckenridge, with prices from £32 to £2,549 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Breckenridge are about 54% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Breckenridge

Most booked hotels in Breckenridge

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The Lodge at Breckenridge
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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One Ski Hill Place, a RockResort, by Vail Resorts
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£193+
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Gravity Haus Breckenridge
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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River Mountain Lodge, A Vail Resorts Property
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Breckenridge
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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Snowshoe Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hiring a car in Breckenridge

Expect to pay £0.95 per litre in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.34 and £15.12. The most frequently booked car type in Breckenridge is Premium (Lexus GX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Ford Expedition or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.95 per litre in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.34 and £15.12. The most frequently booked car type in Breckenridge is Premium (Lexus GX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Ford Expedition or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.