Central Boulder Travel Guide
Boulder
Visit Central 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.
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.
Boulder Creek
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Boulder Creek during your travels in Central Boulder.
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.
Things to do
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking
Top hotels in Central Boulder
Hotel Boulderado
I saw a few guests with their pups. We had dinner at the Spruce Farm and fish restaurant, it was delicious & the drinks were reasonable for an upscale hotel. Of course the inside decor is what attracted me in the first place and the location is fantastic in downtown Boulder. My only complaint is ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street
Great location to access local bus services
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Boulder
I refuse to review.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Moxy Boulder University
The breakfast for 2 was great.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent made to order breakfast. Wi-Fi was strong. Bathroom was large and spacious bedroom and living space.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Basecamp Boulder
Fun place. Coffee, hot tub, decorations all great. Very comfortable bed. Staff helpful and nice.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Boulder
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Dairy Center for the Arts and Downtown Boulder Historic District are top sights worth seeing.
Goss - Grove
If you're spending some time in Goss - Grove, Boulder Creek and Downtown Boulder Historic District are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Boulder
While visiting Downtown Boulder, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Boulder Historic District and Pearl Street Mall.
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.
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.
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.
