The Scenic Route to Bravo! Vail
Scenic Tour
Bravo! Vail brings world-class music to the community while making exceptional musical experiences accessible to all. Through inspiring performances, meaningful connections between musicians and audiences, and extensive music education programs, the organization fosters a lifelong appreciation for classical music. Guided by artistic excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Bravo! Vail enriches lives and ensures the lasting legacy of its festival.
On your journey to one of our Festival performances, enjoy the best of Vail along the way. Stroll from the Lionshead Transportation Center to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater while discovering local restaurants, refreshing beverages, public art, and Vail’s stunning mountain scenery. This curated walking experience, created in partnership with Discover Vail, invites you to savor not only the destination, but the journey, as part of your Bravo! Vail Festival experience.”
The Scenic Route to Bravo! Vail
On This Walking Tour
Lionshead Welcome Center
Begin your tour at the Lionshead Welcome Center. Park nearby, stop in for local tips, and ask the staff any questions about your visit. Restrooms and water are also available here before you start walking.
The Remedy Bar
Enjoy a leisurely stroll to Four Seasons Resort Vail, where you can relax with a refreshing summer drink at The Remedy Bar before an early dinner.
Our recommendations are the Feel Beeter, made with beet and rosemary gin, lemon, and honey, or the nonalcoholic Highline Cooler, made with Seedlip Garden, matcha, and cucumber.
Bully Ranch Restaurant
You’ve arrived at your dinner destination: Bully Ranch at the Sonnenalp Hotel, a longtime Vail favorite.
Start with the prosciutto and goat cheese board, then enjoy a signature burger like the Gore Range Burger with a side of truffle tots.
Relevant Galleries Vail
After dinner, continue your walk to Relevant Galleries Vail for a dose of art and inspiration. Take your time exploring the gallery’s collection of contemporary works from established and emerging artists. It’s a great place to slow down, discover something unexpected, and enjoy a creative stop before continuing on to Bravo! Vail.
Covered Bridge
Continue through Vail Village and cross the iconic Covered Bridge, one of Vail’s most recognizable landmarks. Pause for a photo, take in the views of Gore Creek, and enjoy the classic alpine charm as you continue your walk.
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
Continue to the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, the world’s highest-elevation botanical garden. Wander through the peaceful pathways, admire colorful alpine plants, and enjoy the mountain views. It’s a beautiful place to slow down, take photos, and soak in a quieter side of Vail.
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
Finish your walk at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, home to Bravo! Vail performances throughout the summer. Find your seat, take in the beautiful mountain setting, and enjoy an evening of live music.
