Things to Do

Places to See and Things To Do

Boulder is a community that is easily accessible by private vehicle, public transportation, bycicle and foot traffic.

With multiple parking options, using your own vehicle can be very convenient. There are over 3,000 City of Boulder public parking spaces throughout the downtown area https://boulderdowntown.com/visit/parking Conveniently located, parking is seldom more than a few blocks from all of the action. Please note that street parking is paid via Parking Kiosks which offer convenient payment options, but don’t forget that you will need your license plate number to complete payment.

Public Transportation is another option for traveling into, out of and around Boulder. For real time schedules, download https://transitapp.com/ to confirm locations of stops and fares.

If you prefer to pedal your way around town, check out Boulder B-Cycle for a fun and healthy way to enjoy this vibrant community https://boulder.bcycle.com/

Pearl Street Mall – https://boulderdowntown.com/

A four-block pedestrian mall located along Pearl Street from 11th Street to 15th Street, Pearl Street Mall is a local favorite! Home to several locally owned businesses and restaurants as well as the Boulder County Courthouse, this is a great way to wander!

South Pearl Street Farmers Market – https://www.southpearlstreet.com/farmers-market/

A community favorite located between the 1400 and 1500 blocks of South Pearl Street the Farmers Market is an important way to support our local community. All products are grown, raised, produced, or gathered by the vendor in the State of Colorado. The Boulder Farmers market allows patrons the opportunity to meet, interact and appreciate the local produce, restaurants, butchery and other handmade products created by local vendors. The market opens in May with the last day being in November.

CU Boulder Campus – https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/things-to-do/visiting-cu/things-to-do-at-cu/ Located in the heart of Downtown Boulder, CU has plenty for all to enjoy, from live outdoor performances for the Colorado Shakespeare Festival to CU’s Natural History Museum and don’t forget to attend a Buff’s game!

Chautauqua – https://www.chautauqua.com/

Pronounced Sha_ta_kwa, located at the base of the Flatirons, the Colorado Chautauqua is one of only 26 National Historic Landmarks in the state of Colorado. Now in its second century, the Colorado Chautauqua attracts over one million visitors each year. With over 40 miles of trails and thousands of acres of open space, Chautauqua is a must see!

Surrounding Towns

Niwot – 10-minute drive North-East https://niwot.com/discover

Longmont – 12-minute drive North-East https://www.downtownlongmont.com/

Louisville – 15-minute drive South-East https://www.downtownlouisvilleco.com/

Lafayette – 15-minute drive South-East https://visitoldtownlafayette.com/

Lyons

20-minute drive North https://lyonscolorado.com/

Loveland

30-minute drive North https://www.visitlovelandco.org/

Cherry Creek – 30-minute drive South https://cherrycreeknorth.com/things-to-do

Estes Park

Golden

45-minute drive North https://www.visitestespark.com/things-to-do/

45-minute drive South https://www.visitgolden.com/things-to-do/

Places to Eat

With so many farms within a few miles it is no wonder that Boulder is home to some of the state’s best restaurants. Our locally owned restaurants showcase flavors from around the world in a way that only Colorado can do. Below are some of our favorites with a range of styles and atmosphere.

No matter what type of food you like, almost everywhere in Boulder you can find vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options (and some places are even dog friendly!) It’s hard to go wrong here when it comes to food.

Restaurants and Diners

The Buff https://www.buffrestaurant.com/ American - Serving Breakfast & Lunch

Brasserie Ten Ten https://www.brasserietenten.com/ French – Happy Hour & Dinner

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar https://www.jaxfishhouse.com/ American – Lunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

The Kitchen American Bistro https://www.thekitchenbistros.com/ American – Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

Centro Mexican Kitchen https://www.centromexican.com/ Mexican – Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

Rio Grande https://riograndemexican.com/ Mexican – Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

Japango https://www.boulderjapango.com/ Japanese – Lunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

Gemini https://geminiboulder.com/ Spanish – Lunch, Tapas & Dinner

La Peep - https://lepeepboulderlongmont.com/ American – Breakfast & Lunch

Village Coffee Shop https://www.villagecoffeeshopboulder.com/

Walnut Café https://www.walnutcafe.com/ American – Breakfast & Lunch

The Parkway Café https://breakfastboulder.com/ American – Breakfast & Lunch

Flatiron Deli https://www.woktofd.com/ American Asian – Breakfast & Lunch

May Wah https://maywah.net/ Thai, Chinese & Vietnamese - Lunch & Dinner

Dragonfly Noodle https://www.dragonflynoodle.com/ Pacific Rim – Lunch & Dinner

Aloy Thai https://www.aloythai.com/ Thai – Lunch & Dinner

Bacco Boulder https://baccoboulder.com/ Italian – Happy Hour & Dinner

Carelli’s of Boulder https://carellis.com/ Italian – Dinner

Barchetta https://www.barchetta.pizza/ Pizza – Lunch & Dinner

Ash’Kara https://www.ashkaraboulder.com/ Mediterranean – Lunch & Dinner

Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant https://www.leafvegetarianrestaurant.com/ Vegetarian – Brunch, Lunch & Dinner

Looking for something unique? Check out the following Collective Eatery’s!

Avanti F&B Collective Eatery https://boulder.avantifandb.com/ - Six Culinary options in one place! Lunch, Dinner & Happy Hour

RayBack Collective https://www.therayback.com/ Food Truck Park! Multiple Culinary options which change daily.

Rosetta Hall https://rosettahall.com/ Eight restaurants and Two bars.

Quick Eats or On The Go

Illegal Pete’s https://www.illegalpetes.com/ Mexican – Lunch to Late Night

Snarfs https://www.eatsnarfs.com/ Deli Sandwiches – Lunch & Dinner

Moe’s Bagels https://www.moesbagel.com/ Bagels – Breakfast & Lunch

Naked Lunch Colorado https://www.nakedlunchcolorado.com/ Sandwiches & Salads – Lunch

Rincon Argentino https://www.rinconargentinoboulder.com/ Argentinian – Empanadas, Salads & Sandwiches

Wild Pastures Burger https://wildpasturesburger.com/ Burgers!

Bakeries and Coffee Shops

Trident Café https://www.tridentcafe.com/ Espresso, Drip Coffee & Tea

Boxcar Coffee Roasters https://www.boxcarcoffee.com/ Espresso, Drip Coffee & Whole Beans

Alpine Modern Café https://www.alpinemodern.com/ Espresso, Drip Coffee & Brunch

The Laughing Goat https://www.thelaughinggoat.com/ Espresso, Drip Coffee & Pastries

Breweries and Distilleries

Sanitas Brewery https://www.sanitasbrewing.com/ Taproom & Patio Seating

Avery Brewing Co https://www.averybrewing.com/ Taproom & Restaurant

Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery https://www.mountainsunpub.com/ Brewery & Restaurant

Upslope Brewing Company

Hogback Distillery

https://upslopebrewing.com/ Taproom

https://www.hogbackdistillery.com/ Whiskey – Tasting Room

DV8 Distillery https://www.dv8.fun/ Whiskey – Tasting Room

City of Boulder

Boulder Colorado USA and Your Boulder are great sources for local events. Both provide articles, reviews and links to activities throughout the community.

https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/

https://yourboulder.com/

Additional lists for Activities, Trails and Dining information

https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/denver/things-to-do-in-boulder-co

https://denver.eater.com/maps/boulder-best-restaurants-bars