There’s never a reason to be bored in Boulder. There are just too many things to do. Start by exploring its famous Pearl Street walking mall and then head toward the mountains to visit the iconic Flatirons. Boulder is also chock full of off-the-beaten-path gems, but be sure to leave some time to catch your breath.
3198 Broadway (Parks Department)
A geological landmark and popular climbing spot...
1750 13th St
Excellent modern art collection in small space...
Flagstaff Mountain Road
Flagstaff Mountain Road
Climbing, hiking and upscale dining on this famous mountain...
Canyon Blvd
Picturesque waterfalls a short walk from the road...
Parallels Arapahoe Avenue
55th St. and Pearl Pkwy., to the mouth of Boulder Canyon
Gorgeous path through the Boulder foothills...
Pearl Street
Pearl St. from 11th to 15th sts
4-block pedestrian mall with shops, cafés, and people watching...
13th Street
Between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue
Bi-weekly market full of local produce and other goods, open Apr-Nov...
Ninth Street & Baseline Road
Gorgeous view of the Flatirons with trails and picnicking...
1500 Pearl St.
Local, affordable, eclectic art shop...
4600 Sleepytime Drive
Learn all about tea and get plenty of samples...
1505 30th Street
Jungle gym, outdoor pool, and skateboarding park...
946 Pearl St
Wine bar and tapas...
1326 Pearl Street
Hand-crafted gifts and crafts...
4700 Pearl St., Unit 2A
Located 1 block northeast of the Pearl St. exit off Foothills Pkwy
Tastings of honey wine, nectar of the gods...
1936 14th St.
Liquor chocolates and chocolate beverages, too...
various locations around Boulder
Yearly opportunity to visit open artist studios...
several venues across the city (see website for details)
Annual film festival showcasing independent films...
Eccentric, outdoorsy mountain town...
departs from the Hotel Boulderado at 2115 13th St.
Unusual historical bus tour with ghost stories...
6440 Odell Place
A tasting room serving Boulder in a bottle...