Just east of Denver, Aurora is a bustling city of about 386,000. As a Denver suburb, it’s full of its own character with everything you need right in town. It features great shopping at Southlands and the Stanley Marketplace, a new food-centric community market in north Aurora. In addition, you’ll find various recreational options, an emerging arts scene, and historical sites. When you live at Legacy at Fitz, you really will find it all here.

Shopping in Aurora

Southlands includes many blocks of retail stores and restaurants. These Southlands businesses include national chains and unique local businesses. The new Stanley Marketplace already has more than 50 businesses. These businesses include restaurants, markets, fitness studios, village farms, and kids’ activities. The Hangar at Stanley Marketplace is one of the state’s largest event spaces. It provides 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space.

Recreational Activities in Aurora

Aurora has seven golf courses, hiking trails, and a reservoir beach. It has parks and wildlife conservation centers. Cherry Creek State Park features stand-up paddleboarding. Residents can also schedule horseback rides through 12 Stables.

Local Arts Scene

The Aurora arts scene, already vibrant, continues to develop. The Aurora Symphony Orchestra was established in 1978. The Arts in Public Places Program features art pieces in nine specific districts throughout the city. The Vintage Theater offers classic and cutting-edge theater, improvisation, and staged readings. It also offers drama classes. The Aurora Singers give local concerts. The city also boasts several museums.

Historical Sites

Aurora was incorporated as a town called Fuller in 1891. It has several historical attractions. The Delaney Farm Historic District contains many landmarks. The Colorado Freedom Memorial honors those who have given their lives in service to their country since Colorado became a state.

Located Near the Action

Legacy at Fitz is located near all of Aurora’s amenities. Perfectly perched in the city’s medical district, it’s near local coffee, beer, and eateries. The Sandy Park trails are also nearby. Legacy at Fitz is a luxury apartment community where you can get to know Aurora better.

Get to know Aurora, a Denver suburb and itself a vibrant city. Aurora offers recreational options, an arts scene, a rich history, and world-class shopping.