Sunshine Canyon Travel Guide
Boulder
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Folsom Field
Catch an event at Folsom Field and enjoy other activities in Boulder such as cycling.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.
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.
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.
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
Top hotels in Sunshine Canyon
Hotel Boulderado
A great Historic Property in a great location!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Westin Westminster
Room and facility were very clean and well kept! The pull out sofa mattress left much to be desired, but otherwise it was a pleasant stay!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Place Denver/Westminster
I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast menu. Food was fresh and delicious and I appreciated the variety offered. Something for everyone. And the coffe was delicious too!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Omni Interlocken
Only issue i can complain about was a furnace that didnt work well on heat. 3 attempts to fix and doesnt seem like their engineers/maintenance know what they are doing.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Limelight Boulder
Amazing breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
HYATT house Boulder/Broomfield
Very nice size room & very comfy bed. Staff ensured my room was feather free. Didn't use any amenities but they looked very lovely!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Canyon
Newlands
If you're spending some time in Newlands, Long's Garden and Long's Iris Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Rural North Boulder
When in Rural North Boulder, you can plan a visit to Boulder Theater and Pearl Street Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Boulder
If you're spending some time in North Boulder, Nomad Theater and Wonderland Trail are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lower Arapahoe
If you're spending some time in Lower Arapahoe, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Boulder Creek are top sights worth seeing.
Old North Boulder
Old North Boulder might not have many top sights, but Boulder Theater and Pearl Street Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
