Visit Aurora

In 1954, Bob Stanley (the first American to fly a jet plane) pioneered ejection seat manufacturing used in high-performance military aircraft. Although the Aurora factory floor has long been dormant, the Stanley Aviation was retooled and rebranded in 2017 as the Stanley Marketplace. The historic building is now a multi-use public market that is home to 50+ independently owned and operated business from craft beer and fine wine to hand glazed donuts and New York-style bagels. Along with bounce gyms and art galleries as well as boutiques and barber shops, innovation is still very much alive at Stanley Marketplace.

At Murphy Creek, golfers take a step back in time. With more than 80 bunkers, stunning water features and rolling fairways, Murphy Creek is truly the ultimate golfing experience. The prairie-links course challenges and entertains golfers of every ability level. Known for its timeless design, Murphy Creek was ranked in Golf Digest's America's Top 10 Best New Courses for 2001 and was the site of the 2008 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship. The rustic-style clubhouse completes the Murphy Creek golfing experience by offering cutting-edge amenities as well as delicious food and beverages.

The Colorado Freedom Memorial will be the first Monument in America to honor veterans of all wars, by name, in one place. Regardless of one's rank; one's branch of service; or one's generation of conflict, giving your life for your country is the highest price to be paid. In the 4 years since this monument was dedicated, thousands of individuals have come to visit, shed tears, reminisce, pay tribute, and remember the sacrifices of others. The monument is often the center of ceremonies and memorial services as well as destination along the routes' of many motorcyclist. The Colorado Freedom Memorial special place for each visitor to pay their utmost respect to those who fought for freedom.

Southlands is an outdoor lifestyle center located on a modernized Main Street in southeast Aurora. With features such as the community plaza, popular retailers, and unique restaurants, Southlands meets the needs of the Aurora community and its visitors. Some of the most popular names in retail, restaurants and entertainment can be found here. Among them include AMC Southlands 16 Theatre, Barnes & Noble, Eddie Bauer, Chico's, Coldwater Creek, The Gap, Charming Charlie, McCabe's Irish Bistro & Pub, Ted's Montana Grill and many more.

The only tasting room brewery of its kind in Aurora, Dry Dock has carved out a diverse and die-hard clientele in the community, drawing people from all over the Denver Metro area to their award-winning brews. On select Saturday morning, Dry Dock Brewery offers a small group yoga class in its South Dock barrel room, followed by an opportunity to unwind further with discounted suds in its tasting room.

Only a short drive from Aurora, Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater is a geologically formed, open-air amphitheater that offers an experience that cannot be matched anywhere in the world. Sitting at 6,450 feet above sea level, Red Rocks Park is the result of the collision between the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains forming the only naturally-occurring acoustically perfect amphitheater in the world. The venue has attracted the attention of music legends of all genres since the turn of the century. From The Beatles and Blues Brothers, Jimi Hendrix and John Denver, to opera stars and country legends, Red Rocks is the venue dreams are made of. Red Rocks offers a variety of activities from morning yoga and exercise classes, guided tours, hiking, biking, shopping, dining in addition to it's star-studded concert series. Enjoy 68 acres of pine-speckled trails, geological marvels, meadows, wildlife habitats and dinosaur fossils. Whatever your interest, Red Rocks is sure to impress!

This 2,500-acre site offers fishing, sailing, non-motorized boating, windsurfing, a seasonal swim beach, SCUBA area, archery range, and large group picnic shelters. Stroll or ride your bike on the 8 mile multi-use, concrete trail that circles the reservoir. The site also includes a certified 5K trail and is home to many races and triathlons. The City of Aurora also hosts the $10,000 Trout Tournament at the Reservoir. Between spending the day on the water or heading out on the trails, the Aurora Reservoir is the perfect place to enjoy the Colorado lifestyle. Visitors are welcome to rent bikes, shelters, kayaks and paddle boards.

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is Colorado’s Official Air & Space Museum. Founded in 1994 and housed in the former Lowry Air Force Base, Wings is dedicated to inspiring, educating, and entertaining the public about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. Inside the 182,000 square foot aircraft hanger, visitors will find over 50 aircraft on display dating from 1939 to 1990. With a passion for hands-on experience, Wings offers thrilling flight simulators and a learning center dedicated to the expansion of aerospace education in Colorado.