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Telluride Visitor's Center

The Telluride Visitor Center, conveniently located at 236 West Colorado Avenue in the heart of historic downtown Telluride, Colorado, serves as a welcoming hub for travelers exploring this stunning Rocky Mountain destination.

Operated by the Telluride Tourism Board, it offers friendly staff assistance with general information, lodging reservations, activity bookings, and event details, alongside free maps, brochures, and tips on local gems like hiking trails, festivals, and the free gondola to Mountain Village.

it's the perfect starting point for discovering Telluride's blend of adventure, culture, and small-town charm.

236 W. Colorado Avenue
Telluride, CO 81435 
Hours: Daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

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Business Infrastructure

Telluride thrives year-round, not just during ski season or summer festivals. Its business scene keeps the community vibrant by balancing tourism with local needs. Here’s how it works:

• Tourism and Local Businesses: Skiing and events like the Telluride Film Festival draw visitors, supporting hotels, restaurants, and shops. In quieter spring and fall seasons, local cafes, breweries, and gear shops stay open, serving both tourists and residents.

• Financial Support: Commercial banks like Alpine Bank, Community Banks of Colorado, and Chase offer loans and banking services, helping locals and businesses manage finances year-round.

• Community Connection:

  • The Telluride Daily Planet newspaper shares local news, business updates, and event details, keeping everyone in the loop.

  • KOTO, a community-supported radio station since 1975, broadcasts music, news, and local voices, with volunteer DJs strengthening community ties.

• Support Organizations: The Telluride Tourism Board and Chamber of Commerce promote Telluride as a four-season destination and provide small businesses with marketing and networking support.

• Resident Support: The Telluride Foundation funds nonprofits for education, health, and arts, while affordable housing programs and free transit, like the gondola, make it easier for locals to live and work year-round.