Aurora Travel Guide

Aurora  is a nice mix of breathtaking natural beauty, a rich aesthetic heritage and state of the art sports infrastructure. The Aurora Travel Guide offers visitors information of the general features, attractions and activities and accommodation options in this picturesque Colorado region.

Introduction

Aurora is a Home Rule Municipality in Colorado and awkwardly spans across the counties of Arapahoe, Douglas and Adams. The history of the town dates back to the late 19 th century when it was named Fletcher after a Denver businessman who recognized Aurora’s real estate potential. Fletcher and his business associates put their stakes on four square miles of land in east Denver but Colorado and the town both suffered a mighty blow in the 1893 Silver Crash leading to Fletcher’s quick exit and a huge water debt for the locals to contend with. The natives christened their town Aurora in 1907 and it slowly began to feed on Denver’s glory to become one of the most fastest growing and sought after cities in the United States.

The only reason that the town has not been awarded a metropolitan area status combined with Denver a la Aurora/Denver Metropolitan area is because the identity of Aurora is more suburban in nature and it lacks a large historically relevant central business district. The city is known for its top notch sports facilities and has been actively involved in facilitating sports development programs, setting up sports franchise and participating in international league games.

Attractions and Activities

The Aurora History Museum is a must visit for its stunning range of cultural and historical exhibits from the region’s local community and erstwhile events. There are several exquisite pieces of artifacts and instructional workshops, educational programs, guided tours and group events along with a children’s play area and learning zone. Visit the Aurora Fox Arts Centre, a vintage restored 1940’s performing arts center that holds live performances, workshops, classes and other theatrical events. Hire a bike and go on a riding trail through the endless stretches of natural wilderness in Aurora. Dive or ride on a wind sail at the reservoirs of Aurora, which also feature biking and walking trails. Nature lovers can visit the sprawling 200 acre Morrison Nature Center (near the Sand Creek Greenway) that features nature hikes, riding trails and workshops.

Accommodation

Aurora has a bevy of accommodation options to pick from. The Hyatt Place Denver Airport is a strategically located business and leisure luxury hotel along with Cambria Suites Denver Airport. Other options are Crystal Inn that offers great value for money and is conveniently located along with Fairfield Inn Denver Aurora. Red Lion has a friendly staff and offers good service at a moderate price and Comfort Inn Airport has comfortable amenities with tastefully done up rooms. Best Western Gateway Inn and Doubletree Airport Marriott are other top luxury picks.

Aurora is a naturally endowed suburb  that has a rich fine and performing arts legacy and superlative sports infrastructure.