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Welcome to Boulder, Co.

Boulder is a perfect balance of urban and outdoors. Known for its stellar food scene, arts, an always-exciting downtown and more outdoor activities than you can count, the city is just 30 minutes northwest of Denver, where the Rocky Mountains meet the plains.

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Pearl Street Mall in Sunlight

Pearl Street

Winter Hiker with Sunshine

Winter hiking

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Twenty Ninth Street

Rayback Collective

Rayback Collective

Boulder Theater From Above

Boulder Theater

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Plan a life-changing outdoor experience, read about the most buzzed-about eateries, go on a guided tour or delve into our arts scene. Browse for inspiration by what interests you most.

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On a Mission

Boulder’s beauty inspires us to care for every trail, tree and neighbor. With a few simple steps — like packing your reusables, staying on the trail and traveling car-free — we can protect our shared way of life and the natural treasures we all enjoy. Learn how to be BoulderWise on your next visit.

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icon mission statement

On a Mission

Boulder’s beauty inspires us to care for every trail, tree and neighbor. With a few simple steps — like packing your reusables, staying on the trail and traveling car-free — we can protect our shared way of life and the natural treasures we all enjoy. Learn how to be BoulderWise on your next visit.

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Become BoulderWise

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Events of the Season

We love any reason to celebrate in Boulder. Discover community events, such as art fairs, beer fests and markets, that take place downtown, along Boulder Creek and all over town.

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Urban Meets Nature

Two-Day Itinerary

Itinerary Highlights:

  • Discover a state park with stunning scenery
  • See an art-house film or dance performance
  • Dine at the foot of the Flatirons

 

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Itinerary Highlights:

  • Discover a state park with stunning scenery
  • See an art-house film or dance performance
  • Dine at the foot of the Flatirons

 

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Live Like a Local

A day in the life

Itinerary Highlights:

  • Sip coffee at beloved Trident Bookseller & Café
  • Browse locals-only shops in Old North Boulder
  • See live music at the historic Fox Theatre
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Itinerary Highlights:

  • Sip coffee at beloved Trident Bookseller & Café
  • Browse locals-only shops in Old North Boulder
  • See live music at the historic Fox Theatre
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A Romantic Weekend

Multi-Day Itinerary

Itinerary Highlights:

  • Shop hand-in-hand through downtown
  • Dine around Boulder with Local Table Tours
  • Get above it all at Panorama Point
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Itinerary Highlights:

  • Shop hand-in-hand through downtown
  • Dine around Boulder with Local Table Tours
  • Get above it all at Panorama Point
Explore More