Central Boulder Travel Guide
Boulder
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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
Rocky Mountains: Peak to Peak & Estes Park Small Group Tour
Boulder: Best of Boulder eBike Tour – City to Foothills
Top hotels in Central Boulder
Hotel Boulderado
Front desk and car valet were very helpful. Thx.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street
I found this an extremely pleasant hotel from the minute I walked in and met Matt at the front desk. I had a long day of travel and he made the check-in process so easy. My room was probably the nicest room at this price point that I have ever stayed in and I have traveled a lot. I also chatted with ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Moxy Boulder University
Awesome location and very fun hotel, love the bar in the lobby and easy valet
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Boulder
Room was clean and staff was extremely helpful. I thought the breakfast buffet was included but apparently it was not. I would not recommend the $20 breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder
The happy hour offer of two drinks and snacks as well as the omelette bar are such nice offerings. The staff is always professional, kind and polite. The location is perfectly suited to visiting downtown Boulder, CU or getting to Denver quickly. Lovely stay!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Basecamp Boulder
Sauna wasn't working during my stay. Pretty clean s
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Boulder
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Dairy Center for the Arts 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.
