I may be biased, but Colorado is an amazing place to spend time. As a Colorado resident, I see firsthand why thousands of tourists flock here every year. Whether you’re going to a concert at Red Rocks, skiing or snowboarding in Aspen, or exploring our national parks, Colorado offers something for everyone.
More than 20 million people visit Colorado each year, spending approximately $3 billion. Tourism is a major economic driver for Colorado, and we depend on it.
Colorado generates the 13th highest tourism revenue in the U.S., but the new rankings show that there are no cities in the state that are considered must-see destinations.
Colorado dominates the rankings
CNN’s list of “Best American Towns to Visit in 2024” has been released. No cities or towns in Colorado are on the list, but cities in Minnesota, Tennessee, Michigan and Georgia are. Tacoma, Washington, is also mentioned.
Is it okay to talk at length?
Colorado has a lot to offer and it’s a shame that so many of its cities and towns are left off of lists like this. I was surprised Colorado was overlooked. I’ve visited quite a few of the cities and towns on the list, but nothing compares to Colorado.
If you’re reading this and are considering a Colorado vacation, we encourage you to look beyond the typical tourist destinations. No matter what time of year it is, there is always a unique experience you can only have in Colorado.
If you love nature, you’ll love this list of Colorado tourist attractions.
Popular Attractions Across Colorado
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Top 10 Googled Destinations in Colorado
Have you ever wondered where Coloradans think about vacation? We did too. It turns out that Coloradoans’ most frequently searched vacation destination on Google is Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. Scroll through the photo gallery below to see other vacation destinations Coloradans are thinking about.
Gallery credit: Wesley Adams
