Austria Haus Hotel - Local Area
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The Austria Haus Hotel, located along Gore Creek, next to Vail's famed Covered Bridge, is just steps from the Vista Bahn chairlift and the renowned shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues found in Vails European-style, pedestrian village.
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Vail Mountain
Vail is known as one of the world's premier winter destinations. Vail Ski Area has consistently been ranked one of the top in North America and among the very best in the world. Vail is the largest, single-mountain ski area in North America offering guests 4,644 acres of skiable terrain stretching 7 miles from east to west. Adventure Ridge, Vail's mountaintop activity center, offers a variety of activities including tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ski-biking, laser tag, and other adventures for skiers and non-skiers alike. The alpine terrain that makes Vail famous in the winter also lends itself to incredible hiking and mountain biking in the summer. Vail offers numerous trails right outside your door at the Austria Haus Hotel.
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Nature Center
At 8,200 feet above sea level, the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is the highest public garden area in the world and a must-visit on any Vail vacation! Master gardeners have cultivated a vast array of botanical bounty, including four areas featuring the unique aspects of Rocky Mountain flora. A popular wedding venue, the gardens are open from dawn to dusk year-round. Tours and educational programs are available. The kids will enjoy the incredible playground at the adjacent Ford Park offering tennis courts as well as soccer and softball fields.
Fly Fishing
Whether your preference is a pristine alpine lake or the "Gold Medal" Gore Creek running directly behind the Austria Haus Hotel, Vail has a variety of fishing trips for everyone. Instruction for all levels is available.
Whitewater Adventures
With the addition of the new Vail Whitewater Park and over a dozen stretches of river offering Class I to Class V whitewater, there is something for everyone on the water in Vail.
Vail Golf Club and Nordic Center
The Vail Golf Club is at the base of the Gore Range and offers incredible views unique to Vail. In winter, the Golf Club is home to miles of groomed cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and sleigh ride trails.
Vail Farmer's Market
The Vail Farmer's Market located in front of the Austria Haus Hotel on Meadow Drive features a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables grown by Colorado farmers as well as other items produced by local bakers and restaurateurs. The market is open on Sundays in the summer season.
Vail Village
An Austrian-inspired hub of activity featuring over 70 restaurants, unique shops, world-class art galleries, and fabulous nightclubs. The variety of dining experiences in Vail rivals that of many big cities. Ranging from great family pizzerias and brewpubs to award winning dining establishments, Vail offers something for everyone.
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
Located at the east end of Vail Village, the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater offers outdoor concerts in the summer time. The Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival brings the NY Philharmonic Orchestra to Vail for 2 weeks of performances. Other concerts feature performances by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Rochester Philharmonic. Additional summer highlights include the Tuesday night free-concert series, dance festivals, and much more! Enjoy reserved seating under the pavilion, or bring a picnic and stretch out on the expansive lawn. Spectacular mountain views compete with renowned artists at this incredible concert venue.
Red Sky Golf Club
The Red Sky Golf Club copy should read = Red Sky Ranch, rated The Best in Colorado on Golf Magazines Top 100 List, is the ideal Rocky Mountain golf experience. The club features courses designed by Tom Fazio and Greg Norman, each of which weaves its way through 800 acres of historic ranchland filled with aspen groves, sage, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Red Sky Golf Club a challenging, beautifully designed alpine playground that will surpass your highest expectations.
Colorado Ski Museum
Established in 1976, the mission of the Ski Hall of Fame is to preserve and appreciate the legacy of skiing and snowboarding in Colorado. Within the Museum's collection are over 1,500 photographs, artifacts, pieces of equipment, and articles of clothing representing over 130 years of Colorado skiing. Exhibits on display include a timeline of Colorado skiing, Olympic and World Cup memorabilia, 10th Mountain Division highlights, the Evolution of Snowboarding, and the Spirit of America's Champions.
Beaver Creek Resort
Located just 11 miles to the west of Vail, Beaver Creek Resort is a charming European village with great skiing, ice skating, shopping, and dining. The Vilar Center for Performing Arts is a beautiful venue for a variety of cultural events, including theatrical productions, concerts, comedy shows, and more!
