Best overall
Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River
Highest Outty Ranking in the city right now.
Outty Ranking 90 · from $95
The 15 best things to do in Vail (November 2026)
We rank 44 experiences in Vail, United States, on the same 0 to 100 Outty Ranking. The best right now is Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River at 90/100, and 1 experiences here make the 90+ Club. Updated Nov 2026.
Quick picks
Best value
Colorado River Whitewater Rafting: Half Day Trip
Cheapest experience we rank 70 or above.
Outty Ranking 78 · from $95
Best for families
Denver Airport to Vail Car Service One Way
Top ranked option that welcomes kids.
Outty Ranking 63 · from $975
Best for a rainy day
Top of the Rockies Jeep Tour - Vail, CO
Indoor-leaning culture pick that works in any weather.
Outty Ranking 77 · from $229
Best last minute
Vail and Beaver Creek Premium Ski Rental Including Delivery
Highest ranked option with same-day availability.
Outty Ranking 71 · from $348
Best evening out
6 hours Fly Fishing in Eagle River
Top ranked nightlife or evening experience.
Outty Ranking 53 · from $310
The ranked list
1. Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River
Outty Ranking90This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls and wildlife including ducks, geese, bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep -- always. 90+ Club at 90/100, 4.9/5 from 127 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $95, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.
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Outty Ranking78The Colorado River is our favorite family-friendly rafting trip. This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands and steep canyon walls with wildlife including bald. Strongly Recommended at 78/100, 4.8/5 from 33 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $95, free cancellation.
See prices and availability3. Top of the Rockies Jeep Tour - Vail, CO
Outty Ranking77This unforgettable Jeep tour takes you on a full-loop adventure through the stunning Colorado Rockies. Experience thrilling 4x4 rock crawling, splash through creek crossings, and reach a breathtaking summit at 12,000 fee. Strongly Recommended at 77/100, 5.0/5 from 26 traveler reviews, 4.5h from $229, free cancellation.
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Outty Ranking71Don't waste another minute waiting in line at the rental shops on your next ski vacation. With premium delivery service, you can place your order for skis, snowboards, boots and helmets before you arrive. Your gear will. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 5.0/5 from 10 traveler reviews, 120h from $348, free cancellation.
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5. Bike Tour or Mountain Bike down Vail Mountain
Outty Ranking70Vail Pass to Vail Colorado Is a beautiful downhill glide into scenic Frisco Colorado. The ride is a paved path trail from the top of Vail Pass to Copper Mountain ski area and east through Tenmile Canyon for 6 miles to Fr. Solid Choice at 70/100, 4.9/5 from 21 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $135, free cancellation.
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Outty Ranking70Don't waste another minute waiting in line at the rental shops on your next ski vacation. With Black Tie Ski Rentals premium delivery service, you can place your order for skis, snowboards, boots and helmets before you a. Solid Choice at 70/100, 4.6/5 from 18 traveler reviews, 120h from $283, free cancellation.
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7. Half Day Walk and Wade Fly Fishing Trip
Outty Ranking69The fly fishing trip with Eagle River outfitter starts by meeting your guide on the river at a predetermined location for four hours of fly fishing fun. Your guide(s) bring the waders and boots to the fishing location so. Solid Choice at 69/100, 4.7/5 from 22 traveler reviews, 4h from $275, free cancellation.
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8. Kayak Gorgeous Upper Colorado River - half day
Outty Ranking68This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls, and wildlife including bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep - always something to. Solid Choice at 68/100, 5.0/5 from 6 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $105, free cancellation.
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9. Inflatable Kayak Adventure Colorado River: Half Day Guided Tour
Outty Ranking65This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls, and wildlife including bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep - always something to. Solid Choice at 65/100, 5.0/5 from 4 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $105, free cancellation.
See prices and availability10. Denver Airport to Vail Car Service One Way
Outty Ranking63Originally founded 2012 in beautiful Vail, Colorado, Blue Sky Limo is the best in luxury Vail airport shuttle transportation to and from Denver International Airport (DIA) and the Rocky Mountains. Whether you are coming. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 14 traveler reviews, 2h from $975, free cancellation.
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11. Save the Mountain Escape Room Adventure
Outty Ranking63We are the only escape room activity in the area for you and your group to try. You will be able to test your mental and physical skill through a serious of critical thinking and dexterity puzzles to gain access to locke. Solid Choice at 63/100, 4.8/5 from 4 traveler reviews, 1.3h from $40, free cancellation.
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12. Vail and Beaver Creek Performance Snowboard Rental Including Delivery
Outty Ranking61Don't waste another minute waiting in line at the rental shops on your next ski vacation. With premium delivery service, you can place your order for skis, snowboards, boots and helmets before you arrive. Your gear will. Solid Choice at 61/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 120h from $283, free cancellation.
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13. Piney River Ranch Jeep Tour - Vail, CO
Outty Ranking61Experience one of Colorado's most iconic mountain destinations on a relaxed adventure that's perfect for guests of all ages and abilities. Nestled beneath the towering Gore Range, Piney Lake offers breathtaking scenery a. Solid Choice at 61/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 4h from $199, free cancellation.
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14. Breckenridge or Vail–Denver Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour
Outty Ranking60Turn the drive from Vail or Breckenridge to Denver into a Rocky Mountain adventure. Over roughly 80–100 miles and 2–3 hours of driving, hear 25+ GPS-triggered audio stories while following a live route map; this listing. Solid Choice at 60/100, 3.9/5 from 21 traveler reviews, 2h from $12, free cancellation.
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15. 10th Mountain Jeep Tour - Vail, CO
Outty Ranking60What sets this tour apart is the perfect combination of adventure, history, and breathtaking scenery. Travel in a custom open-air Jeep with an expert local guide as you explore remote mountain roads inaccessible to most. Worth a Look at 60/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 4h from $199, free cancellation.
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Traveler ratings are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor. The Outty Ranking is our own independent evaluation. How the ranking works.
When to go
December to March for snow, June to September for alpine hiking.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in Vail?
Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River is the top ranked experience in Vail right now, with an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100 from 127 traveler reviews, from $95 per person. It leads a field of 44 experiences we rank in the city.
What are the must-see attractions in Vail?
Vail sells ski and snowboard lessons and rentals across its back bowls in winter, then hiking, gondola rides, jeep tours and rafting on the Eagle River in summer.
How much do things to do in Vail cost?
The 15 best experiences average $225 per person. The cheapest of them is Breckenridge or Vail–Denver Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour from $12, and 15 of the 15 offer free cancellation.
What are the best things to do in Vail with kids?
Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River, Colorado River Whitewater Rafting: Half Day Trip, Denver Airport to Vail Car Service One Way are the highest ranked family-friendly picks. Check the minimum age on each before booking.
When is the best time to visit Vail?
December to March for snow, June to September for alpine hiking.
How is this list ranked?
Every experience is scored 0 to 100 by the Outty Ranking, which blends traveler sentiment, review depth, booking momentum, value against comparable options in Vail, quality signals and cancellation flexibility. The list updates automatically as new reviews and bookings arrive.