Downtown Boulder Travel Guide
Boulder
Visit Downtown 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.
University of Colorado Boulder
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Colorado Boulder during your trip to Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Flagstaff Mountain
Explore the great outdoors at Flagstaff Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Boulder. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Downtown Boulder Smartphone Guided Audio GPS Walking Tour
Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado
The Psycho Killer Escape Room (1-8 people)
Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado
Top hotels in Downtown Boulder
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
The room was very nice and clean. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. It would be nice to have an extra blanket in the room for the cold winter nights. Our refrigerator was not working, so that was disappointing. Other than that, we will definitely return. It is a very nice place to ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
The T.V. in the room did not work very well at all but other than that it was a very nice room all in all
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Horseshoe Black Hawk - A Caesars Rewards Destination
They offered complimentary bottle of champagne for New Year's Eve which I thought was a nice touch.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Boulderado
If you're into old amazing historic hotels, this should be on your list.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Thornton
yes!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Lady Luck Casino Black Hawk
Yes
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Boulder
Mapleton Hill
If you're spending some time in Mapleton Hill, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Carnegie Branch Library for Local History are top sights worth seeing.
Central Boulder
If you're spending some time in Central Boulder, Boulder Theater and Pearl Street Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Lower Arapahoe
If you're spending some time in Lower Arapahoe, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Boulder Creek are top sights worth seeing.
University Hill
Unique features of University Hill include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Fox Theater or Boulder Public Library while you're exploring the area.
Goss - Grove
If you're spending some time in Goss - Grove, Boulder Creek and Downtown Boulder Historic District are top sights worth seeing.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Dairy Center for the Arts are top sights worth seeing.
