Vail travel guide
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You're Going to Love Vail
With a population of 5 305, Vail is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Vail has to offer.
Where to Eat in Vail
If you’re looking for affordable options, The 10th (Mid-Vail area on Vail Mountain) and Game Creek Restaurant (Vail Mountain, Game Creek Bowl) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Barrio Social (100 E Meadow Dr) and Larkspur Restaurant - Vail (458 Vail Valley Drive) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Vail.
When to visit Vail
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vail in July, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -15 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 61 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Vail, with an average rainfall of 38 mm.
How to Get to Vail
Plane
When flying to Vail, you’ll arrive at Vail Eagle County (EGE), which is located 47 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Vail is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 119 km from Vail. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Denver.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Vail Transportation Center, located 0.2 km from the city centre of Vail. Vail is also a commonly used station, and is 128 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Vail
Where to stay in Vail
From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Vail to great affordable options like the Marriott's StreamSide Evergreen at Vail, Vail offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $759 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,288 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Vail
Most booked hotels in Vail
Hiring a car in Vail
Expect to pay $1.69 per litre in Vail (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.23 and $26.97.