Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Winter Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Winter Park

With a population of 999, Winter Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Winter Park deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Winter Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, Deno's Mountain Bistro (78911 US Hwy 40) and The Grill at A-Frame Club (1008 Winter Park Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Winter Park

Winter Park in May
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Winter Park in May
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winter Park in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Winter Park, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.

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How to Get to Winter Park

Plane

Although Winter Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 58 miles from Winter Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Ontario and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Winter Park. The train journey from Winter Park to Omaha takes 9h 31m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salt Lake City, expect to pay about $57 for a 15h 07m trip. The train station in Winter Park is called Winter Park/Fraser, Colorado, and is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Winter Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 43 miles from Winter Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NU Car, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Winter Park’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Winter Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 58 miles from Winter Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Ontario and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Winter Park. The train journey from Winter Park to Omaha takes 9h 31m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salt Lake City, expect to pay about $57 for a 15h 07m trip. The train station in Winter Park is called Winter Park/Fraser, Colorado, and is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Winter Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 43 miles from Winter Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and NU Car, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Winter Park’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Winter Park

EGEVail Eagle County
ASEAspen Pitkin County
DENDenver Intl

Airlines serving Winter Park

KLM
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Lufthansa
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Delta
Good (8,019 reviews)
British Airways
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Turkish Airlines
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SWISS
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Iberia
Good (3,055 reviews)
United Airlines
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Qatar Airways
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Emirates
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Air France
Good (1,509 reviews)
Air Canada
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Etihad Airways
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Austrian Airlines
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Cathay Pacific
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Finnair
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Ethiopian Air
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Where to stay in Winter Park

Average rates range from around $359 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Alpenglo Lodge and Valley Hi Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winter Park

Most booked hotels in Winter Park

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Hideaway Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9.3, 639 reviews)
$137+
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Valley Hi Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 344 reviews)
$152+
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Winter Park Chateau
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 177 reviews)
$138+
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Best Western Alpenglo Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 581 reviews)
$161+
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The Viking Lodge - Downtown Winter Park Colorado
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 237 reviews)
$115+
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Gravity Haus Winter Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 95 reviews)
$161+
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Renting a car in Winter Park

Renting a car in Winter Park costs $114 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 56% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Winter Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09.

Renting a car in Winter Park costs $114 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 56% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Winter Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09.