5-Day Sample Itinerary

Boulder is just 45 minutes from Denver International Airport, along an easy stretch of highway. So getting here is simple, but narrowing down what to do upon arrival might be a challenge. Take a look at our 5-day sample itinerary for inspiration.

Day 1:

Morning

Start the day with breakfast at Jill’s Restaurant, with options that range from a hearty bowl of home-cooked oatmeal to decadent dishes like the mocha French toast. This Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star restaurant is located in the elegant St Julien Hotel and Spa.

Afternoon

From the second you drive into Boulder, the mountains beckon. Answer the call at Chautauqua Park, situated at the foot of Boulder’s Flatirons and just steps from the city.

Happy Hour

Unwind at the Rayback Collective, a food truck park that feels like a backyard party with Flatirons views, a huge bar, and event space — all in the heart of Boulder.

Evening

Host a group-dining event at The Kitchen, with mindful, locally sourced and delicious dishes in a historic building right on Pearl Street. Start with drinks upstairs in their sexy, chic lounge.

Day 2: 

Morning

Enjoy a farm-to-table breakfast at Spruce Farm and Fish, located at the luxurious and historic Hotel Boulderado, and choose from four delicious Benedicts or to-die-for omelets.

Afternoon

Enjoy a session of leadership development with horses on a stunning, 55-acre ranch with EquusLibere and enjoy a catered meal by Flower Child, a healthy and locally loved eatery.

Evening

Pearl Street is the heart and soul of Boulder. In the evening, the pedestrian avenue is abuzz with locals meeting friends, strolling and making their way to dinner. Explore four car-free blocks of shops, bars, restaurants, coffee shops and galleries set in historic buildings.

Day 3:

Morning

Relish in the new day with a breakfast tea and a hearty morning meal at Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse, a beautifully ornate Persian teahouse that was gifted to Boulder by its sister city in Tajikistan.

Afternoon

Next door to the teahouse is the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA), always worth a stop to see the latest thought-provoking installation — and a great option for a meeting or mixer.

Evening

Head to the Dairy Arts Center, a beautifully renovated performing arts center and gallery that hosts multiple productions of theater, dance, and music every week.

Day 4:

Morning

Prepare for the day with a hot and savory twist on the classic American breakfast at Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, or pick a breakfast spot from this itinerary inspired by a Top Chef episode that was filmed in Boulder.

Afternoon

Plan a road or mountain biking excursion for your group on a few of Boulder’s 300+ miles of bike lanes, routes, and trails.

Happy Hour (and a half)

As the sun sets in the Happiest City in the U.S., discover the joy of a Boulder Sunset Mountain Tour with Colorado Wilderness Rides and Guides. (Plan for about an hour and a half on this amazing tour.)

Evening

Boulder is home to a bounty of craft breweries, wineries and distilleries, as well as a meadery and a cidery, so you have plenty of tasty options for unwinding post-meeting with drinks, entertainment and nightlife fun.

Day 5:

Morning

A morning cup of ambition just tastes better with mountain views. Plan for a pre-meeting fuel-up on the patio at one of Boulder’s local coffee shops.

Afternoon

Why not take a moment to regroup and recenter at Ku Cha House of Tea? The owners source their loose-leaf tea from family-owned farms during trips to southwest China, taking part in the harvesting and learning about the processing techniques along the way. If folks are feeling inspired they can create unique tea blends at the tea bar or check out their calendar of tea tastings and classes to go deeper.

Host a late-afternoon meeting or mixer at Rembrandt Yard, an upscale, hybrid art gallery/event space with views of Boulder and the Flatirons.

Evening

Catch a concert at the historic Boulder Theater, with its iconic marquee and art deco architecture. You can even treat your group like VIPs and work with the owners to section off a part of the theater just for your group.

Extended Stay Activities

• Plan a group skiing or snowshoeing activity at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort, Boulder's backyard ski resort that’s located about 20 miles away from downtown.
• Venture about an hour away up to Rocky Mountain National Park for an alpine hike surrounded by dramatic peaks, breathtaking waterfalls, lake-lined valleys, and exciting Colorado wilderness.
• If it’s a Saturday in April through November, head over to the Boulder Farmers Market, located right downtown beside Boulder Creek. It’s a celebration of food with a lively atmosphere of music, samples and artisan goods. (Also open Wednesday evenings.)