Steller: Create Beautiful Social Media Stories

Downtown Salida

Dive into Downtown Salida, where vibrant art murals dance with mountain views! Stroll charming streets lined with eclectic shops and savor mouthwatering eats at local eateries. Feel the rush of the Arkansas River or unwind in quirky coffee spots—every corner is a postcard! Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, this Colorado gem will ignite your spirit and fill your soul with joy!

Recommendations

Landmark5/5

Salida Creative District

Landmark4.7/5

Salida SteamPlant Theater and Event Center

Landmark4.5/5

Alpine Park

Culture5/5

Patti Vincent Studio & Gallery

Culture5/5

Sage Mountain Gallery

Culture4.7/5

Eye Candy Art and Treasure

Shop4.9/5

Opal Boutique

Shop4.7/5

Krivanek Jewelers / GemFactory

Shop5/5

Headwaters Outdoor Equipment

Shop4.6/5

Salida Mountain Sports

Shop4.7/5

Badfish Surf Shop

Discover the spirit of adventure at Badfish Surf Shop, where local charm meets top-notch gear, making it a must-visit destination for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts alike in the heart of Salida, Colorado.

Landmark4.7/5

Historic Palace Condos

Culture4.8/5

The Maverick Potter

Culture4.9/5

Salida Artwalk

Shop4.9/5

Riveting Experience Jewelry

Eat$$4.7/5

Amicas Pizza Microbrew & More

Salida pizza pub pairing house-brewed beer with pizzas, including the Salsiccia with mushrooms. Gluten-free pizza uses dough from Sweet Escape Pastries.

Eat$$4.6/5

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub in Salida, CO, is a slice of heaven for foodies! Enjoy artisanal pizzas crafted with local ingredients while sipping on house-brewed craft beers. The laid-back vibe and cozy atmosphere make it the perfect spot to unwind after outdoor adventures. Don’t miss their creative toppings and lively events—your taste buds will thank you! 🍕🍻

Eat$$$4.4/5

Boathouse Cantina

Riverside cantina with tacos, chile rellenos and chicken-fried chicken. TVs follow the game, while tables look out over the river.

Eat$$$4.9/5

Shavano

Eat$$$4.7/5

Soulcraft Brewing

Stays

Stay$$$$4.2/5

Comfort Inn Salida

The Comfort Inn hotel is centrally located on Highway 50, the main east-west highway through central Colorado. This Salida, CO hotel is close to Monarch Mountain ski and snowboard area, Colorado Mountain College, Arkansas River Tours and Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center. All oversized guest rooms have coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards and cable television with HBO. A suite is available with a microwave and refrigerator. The majority of the hotel is nonsmoking. Guest laundry facilities are available on site. Guests of this Salida, CO hotel will enjoy amenities like: Free wireless high-speed Internet access; Free local calls; Free weekday newspaper; Indoor heated pool and hot tub Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors! Business travelers will appreciate access to fax services and a computer with Internet access in the lobby. The breakfast room also serves as a meeting room and can accommodate up to 25 people. A television and VCR are available. Salida is a four-season recreation area and offers hiking, jeep tours, skiing, snowboarding, white-water river rafting and mountain biking. Historic downtown Salida features many galleries and a variety of restaurants

Stay$$$3.95/5

Salida Inn & Monarch Suites

Located opposite the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center, this non-smoking hotel offers a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool and a year round hot tub. Free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast are included. A flat-screen HD cable TV with premium channels is featured in each air-conditioned guest room at Salida Inn & Monarch Suites. A compact refrigerator, microwave and coffee machine are provided for convenience. A courtyard with BBQ facilities and picnic area is provided for guest use. Ski storage and ski passes are available. Monarch Mountain Ski Resort is 18 miles away. White water rafting opportunities in Browns Canyon are 30 minutes’ drive away from Salida Inn & Monarch Suites.

Stay4.9/5

Manhattan Hotel Salida

Stay4.5/5

THE LOBBY Salida

Step back in time at Palace Hotel Salida, a charming historic hotel located in the heart of downtown Salida. With cozy rooms and Victorian-era decor, this is the perfect spot for a unique stay. Enjoy the nearby shops, restaurants, and outdoor activities while experiencing vintage elegance. A delightful stay awaits at Palace Hotel Salida!

Stay4/5

Riverside Lodge Motel & Family

Stay4.3/5

Edna’s Place, Downtown Salida

Stay

Salida Vacation Rental with Downtown Access - Apartment

Stay

Downtown Salida Historic Row House Style Condo (STR License: 0220)

Things To Do
Provided by

5/5

2 h

Milk Run Family Rafting Trip

Get an introduction to rafting on this 1-hour family friendly rafting trip. Enjoy impressive mountain views, easy splashes, and soul-soothing current. This gentle floating adventure is great for children over the age of two years. Please note: This in one hour on the water!

$129.00

5/5

4 h

Browns Canyon 1/2 Day Rafting Trip - Buena Vista

Raft Browns Canyon with a trusted, family-owned outfitter that’s been guiding Colorado adventures for over 30 years. Mild to Wild combines top-tier safety with experienced professional guides (averaging 2,000+ river miles) and a genuine commitment to exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a seamless trip with onsite bathrooms and changing rooms, free parking, round-trip transportation, and premium Coast Guard approved equipment. Neoprene wetsuits are included, with boots available for rent. Small group sizes and highly trained guides with advanced safety certifications make this a comfortable, worry free way to experience one of Colorado’s most iconic rafting trips.

$107.91

5/5

1 h 30 mins

Outlaws, Whores & History: Self-Guided Salida Audio Tour

THIS IS A SELF-GUIDED AUDIO TOUR. After booking, you'll receive an email from Steve's Original Salida Walking Tours with your personal access link. No app or GPS is required. Cell service is required; headphones are recommended. Step back into Salida's Wild West, when this booming railroad town was filled with saloons, gambling halls, brothels, outlaws and lawmen. Hear true stories of notorious madams, gunfights, murders, colorful saloon keepers and Salida's infamous red-light district as you walk the historic streets where it happened. Researched and written by Steve Chapman, Salida's Storyteller and author of six books on local history, this isn't a basic narrated tour. Professional voice actors, cinematic soundtracks and sound effects bring the stories to life. No crowds. No schedule. Explore at your own pace. One purchase covers your entire group. HOW IT WORKS: Open the link on your phone, put on your headphones and follow the detailed directions from stop to stop.

$19.95

5/5

2 h 30 mins

Half Day Numbers Rafting Adventure

The Numbers Rafting is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure! Experience the non-stop thrills and excitement of rafting in Colorado at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. You’ll navigate through tight passages, steep drops, and continuous action on this incredible Colorado river rafting trip.

$109.99

5/5

4 h

Rentals: Half- Day Inflatable Kayak Single (am or pm)

Rent an IK (ducky) and forget about the confines of a hardshell kayak or standing tall on a SUP as you pilot one of the most forgiving and maneuverable crafts available for going down river. A shuttle is recommended, as they are not the easiest things to carry by yourself. Paddle, Helmet, PFD included.

$55.00

5/5

6 h

Browns Canyon Full Day Rafting Trip - Buena Vista

Spend a full day rafting through Browns Canyon National Monument, covering more river, more rapids, and more scenery than shorter trips. This trip includes a riverside lunch, expert professional guides, and premium equipment for a comfortable, worry-free adventure. With extended time on the water, you’ll experience the perfect mix of exciting Class II–III rapids, relaxation, and stunning mountain views—an immersive Colorado rafting experience.

$173.31

5/5

8 h

Rentals: 1-Day Inflatable Kayak (2 Persons)

Rent a double duckie for the day. Take a friend with you for twice the power and twice the fun! The Salida area is the perfect zone for beginner and intermediate paddling teams, ask us about shuttles to and from different access points in the surrounding area.

$115.00

5/5

4 h

Rentals: Half-Day Stand Up Paddleboard SUP

Pick up a SUP take it to the river or a lake and learn or paddle on your own. A lesson is recommended, but if you have experience then paddle on! PFD, Helmet, and Paddle included. Don't forget to bring some shoes you can swim in!

$50.00

5/5

4 h

Rentals: Half-Day SUPSQUATCH (6+ Persons)

Rent the beast for 1/2 Day (Use of SUPSQUATCH)! Don't forget to bring appropriate footwear, swimwear, and sun protection. Enjoy your activity with us.

$125.00

5/5

6 h

Browns Canyon Full Day Rafting Adventure

Brown’s Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Brown’s Canyon is a must! This section is filled with plenty of fun and exciting rapids and is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!

$149.95

5/5

6 h 30 mins

Brown's Canyon Full Day Rafting

Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip trough Brown's Canyon National Monument. Enjoy spectacular scenery and thrilling whitewater on this professionally guided river trip.

$172.05

5/5

3 h

Half Day Browns Canyon Rafting Adventure

Browns Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Browns Canyon is a must. This section is filled with plenty of fun and exciting rapids and is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!

$99.95

5/5

8 h

Browns Canyon Half-Day Rafting plus Mountaintop Zipline from Buena Vista

Why not make the most of your trip and enjoy a package day to excite the senses! Why just enjoy whitewater rafting when you can add on an exciting zipline tour in one of the most beautiful, scenic places imaginable. On this family rafting & zipline tour you will start your day with exciting whitewater followed by a zipline tour that swoops by towering lodge pole pines through the beautiful Colorado Mountains!

$205.15

5/5

3 h

Brown's Canyon Half Day

Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip. Exciting moderate level whitewater through Brown's Canyon National Monument. Spectacular scenery and lots of thrills and memories for a lifetime.

$116.55

5/5

6 h 45 mins

Full Day Intermediate Rafting Trip in Browns Canyon

Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River is our most popular trip! This in an intermediate trip but also not too scary for first-timers. The unique combination of lots of exciting whitewater, spectacular canyon scenery, great mountain views of some of Colorado’s highest mountains and opportunities to spot wildlife make this the ideal raft trip. Please note that we offer over 20 trips on 4 rivers. However, not all trips are able to be booked through Trip Advisor. Please contact us directly for more detailed information about the many whitewater raft trips that we offer.

$209.00

5/5

4 h

Browns Canyon National Monument Whitewater Rafting

Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with family friendly Colorado rafting through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Exciting class III-IV rapids intermixed with calm water in between make Browns Canyon rafting great for beginners and experts alike.

$95.00

5/5

6 h

Browns Canyon Rafting Full Day

Bring the whole family out for a fun and exciting day on the river, great for ages 6 and up! Whitewater raft through Browns Canyon National Monument. This is not just a float trip, you will paddle through over 12 class III rapids and fun water in between. This adventure is approximately 6 hours long and you will raft 16+ miles on this exciting and scenic whitewater rafting trip!

$185.00

4.9/5

6 h

Full Day Numbers Rafting Adventure

The Numbers rafting is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure! Experience the non-stop thrills and excitement of rafting in Colorado at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. You’ll navigate through tight passages, steep drops, and continuous action on this incredible Colorado river rafting trip.

$179.95

4.9/5

3 h 30 mins

Browns Canyon Rafting Half Day Trip

Whitewater raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River in Colorado! This section is perfect for beginner and experienced boaters alike, ages 6 and up. Bring the whole family and experience over 12 class III rapids on our 1/2 day trip, surrounded by breathtaking views of Browns Canyon National Monument. Browns Canyon is the most popular rafting destination in the country, and once you experience it you will know why it is so popular. Enjoy great whitewater, beautiful scenery and unforgettable memories!

$130.00

4.9/5

2 h

Lost Canyon Zipline Tour

The Lost Canyon Zipline Tour is a true Colorado eco-adventure. Not only will you experience heart-pounding, leg-shaking thrills as you soar across ancient canyons, but you’ll learn about the history, flora, and fauna of this beautiful, fascinating area. ONE OF THE 6 BEST ZIP LINE TOURS IN THE USA – Outside Magazine TOP 10 ZIPLINE ATTRACTIONS IN AMERICA! – USA Today TOP 10 ZIP LINES IN THE WORLD – National Geographic Traveler Blog TOP 20 ADVENTURE VACATION DESTINATIONS ON THE CONTINENT – Men’s Fitness Magazine So come and zipline with our friendly guides and experience a Colorado Rocky Mountain adventure that we hope to make the highlight of your vacation! Zip lining is really “no sweat adrenaline.” While zip lining looks extreme, it is actually relatively easy to do.