The galleries, shops, bars and dining establishments along Breckenridge's Main Street have lined the street for more than a century, and are a great place to stop for a meal, a drink or some souvenirs. Local favorites include Park & Main, which specializes in breakfast, sandwiches, espresso and wine, and Empire Burger, one of the best burger spots in town. To see a play, visitors can head to Main Street's Backstage Theatre. 

Although a charming central street is not necessarily unique to Breckenridge, one recent reviewer calls the town's Main Street "one of the best." With shops that appeal to people of all budgets, Main Street accommodates a variety of travelers. However, more than one person recommends making sure your parking meter is topped up; otherwise, you'll likely get a ticket. To avoid worrying about feeding a meter, utilize the free underground parking provided for customers. You'll also find a handful of hotels on Main Street – a perfect place to hang your hat if you like being in the center of the action. For more information, visit Main Street's website. 

The best sledding hill in town is found at Carter Park, and it's a popular spot for the young or young at heart. When the snow melts, the park boasts a handful of hiking trails, four tennis courts, baseball diamonds and a sand volleyball court, as well as a playground and lots of green space. There's even a dog park.

Many travelers call Carter Park a hidden gem, especially since there is no sledding allowed at Breckenridge Ski Resort. One visitor says that although there are other Colorado ski destinations that are cheaper, her family returns to Breckenridge because of this sledding hill, which is perfect for everyone from toddlers to seniors. Plus, families also appreciated the clean restroom facilities in the park's pavilion. 

Boreas Pass Road is a nearly 20-mile stretch that traces the path of the Pacific Railroad and rises to a summit at the Continental Divide. Along the way, Boreas Pass offers unbeatable views of the Blue River Valley and Tenmile Range. In the fall, visitors will also enjoy seeing golden yellow aspens light their way. Boreas Pass also gets high marks for the number of ways that visitors can experience it: Travelers can hike, bike or drive it.

Starting your self-guided tour of Boreas Pass Road at Breckenridge's High Line Railroad Park will give you the opportunity to see some of the locomotives and train cars that traveled this pass, according to recent travelers. Others recommend parking at the Bakers Tank trailhead and hiking up, reminding visitors that they'll likely need snowshoes for touring Boreas Pass Road in the winter. 

If you want to take a scenic tour of Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Frisco, cycling the 14 miles from Breckenridge to Frisco, Colorado, on the Vail Pass Path is a good way to do it. And because it's a downhill ride, cyclists of all levels can enjoy this ride. 

One traveler suggests bringing along your camera to snap some photos of the scenic views you'll see along the way. Another traveler calls it a "wonderful, low-energy activity" and suggests stopping at the Copper Mountain gas station for a cup of coffee and a restroom break. 

While Breckenridge is best-known for its ski slopes, its hiking trails are equally delightful. The area boasts hikes for all levels, but keep in mind that it might be wise to give yourself a few days to adjust to the altitude in Breckenridge before attempting a more challenging hike. 

Cucumber Gulch, which runs alongside Breckenridge's Cucumber Gulch Nature Preserve, is an easy hike with just about 150 feet in elevation and stretches a little more than 2 miles round-trip. Along the way, hikers will enjoy breathtaking views of the Tenmile Range, a range of wildflowers and maybe even some animals like moose and foxes. You can access the trail from the parking lot of the Breckenridge Nordic Center.