Central Boulder Travel Guide
Boulder
Visit Central Boulder
Popular places to visit
Pearl Street Mall
Shop, dine or simply enjoy the atmosphere of Boulder's busy downtown shopping quarter. Relax by flower-filled gardens and let your children splash in the fountains.
Boulder Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Boulder Theater during your stay in Boulder. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Chautauqua Park
Embark on gentle or rigorous hikes and photograph native wildlife at this popular city park. See cultural performances and learn about a historic education movement.
Downtown Boulder Historic District
You can find out about the history of Boulder with a visit to Downtown Boulder Historic District. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Boulder Creek
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Boulder Creek during your travels in Central Boulder.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Downtown Boulder Smartphone Guided Audio GPS Walking Tour
Boulder: Best of Boulder eBike Tour – City to Foothills
Rocky Mountains: Peak to Peak & Estes Park Small Group Tour
Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park: Tour with Wildlife & Picnic
Top hotels in Central Boulder
Hotel Boulderado
"Unique and special. Great lobby. Clean, functional design. Much more seating space in the room than the usual hotel. Great freezer/refrig in the room. Even a small gear shop with lots of the essentials. No free breakfast and we didn't miss that mad rush. It would be nice to have a workout room."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street
"Clean, good breakfast, easy, nice vibe"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Moxy Boulder University
"The photos make it look like there is a rooftop pool but it’s actually just a small deck with a hot tub and no shade :/ our very expensive suite felt like a dorm room with minimal furniture and inadequate amenities"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder
Hilton Garden Inn Boulder
"Hotel was clean, well cared for, and good amenities. While not super close to morale Street they had Limerick Scooters nearby creating a fun way to get around! Only bummer was that one elevator wasn’t running, creating long lines/waits."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Basecamp Boulder
"Great stay in Boulder!"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central Boulder
Downtown Boulder
While visiting Downtown Boulder, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Boulder Historic District and Pearl Street Mall.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Dairy Center for the Arts are top sights worth seeing.
East Boulder
While visiting East Boulder, you might make a stop by sights like Boulder Creek and Rolando Campos.
Goss - Grove
If you're spending some time in Goss - Grove, Boulder Creek and Downtown Boulder Historic District are top sights worth seeing.
North Boulder
If you're spending some time in North Boulder, Nomad Theater and Wonderland Trail are top sights worth seeing.
