South Boulder Travel Guide

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Ouzel Falls spills over a cliffside and enormous boulders, making it arguably one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Rocky Mountain National Park. Before reaching this 40-foot falls, the trail traces the course of several creeks and leads hikers past three other cascade waterfalls. A moderate 5.4 miles round trip hike
Ouzel Falls spills over a cliffside and enormous boulders, making it arguably one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Rocky Mountain National Park. Before reaching this 40-foot falls, the trail traces the course of several creeks and leads hikers past three other cascade waterfalls. A moderate 5.4 miles round trip hike
A beautiful view driving up Trail Ridge Road @ Forest Canyon Overlook @ 11,320 ft elevation
Trail Ridge Road
View from Alpine Visitor Center @ 11,796 ft in elevation

Popular places to visit

Boulder Colorado panorama as viewed from above

University of Colorado Boulder

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Pearl Street Mall featuring a fountain

Pearl Street Mall

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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.

Pearl Street Mall
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Folsom Field

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Folsom Field and enjoy other activities in Boulder such as cycling.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Folsom Field
Chautauqua Park featuring mountains

Chautauqua Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Chautauqua Park
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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.

Boulder Theater
This map of downtown Boulder you can find at the kiosk of information for tourists.

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.

Downtown Boulder Historic District

Things to do

Astronomy Tour

Astronomy Tour

£33
per adult
Astronomy Tour
The Psycho Killer Escape Room

The Psycho Killer Escape Room (1-8 people)

£22
per adult
The Psycho Killer Escape Room (1-8 people)
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking

Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking

£137
per traveller
98% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking
Boulder Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Boulder Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

£26
per traveller
Boulder Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
"Boulder Peaks & Wilderness Tours: Mallory Cave Trail"

Private "Boulder Peaks & Wilderness Tours: Mallory Cave Trail"

£219
per adult
Private "Boulder Peaks & Wilderness Tours: Mallory Cave Trail"
Full Day Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park Lunch Included

Full Day Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park Lunch Included

£511
per adult
Full Day Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park Lunch Included
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Top hotels in South Boulder

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

4 out of 5
488 Main St Black Hawk CO
The price is £112 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
£112
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Black Hawk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,224 reviews)
Staff was very courteous. Everything was very clean however, I have never experienced such a strong, horrible chlorine smell from one of the hot tubs, had to wash our bathing suits twice

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

4 out of 5
111 Richman St Black Hawk CO
The price is £96 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
£96
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Black Hawk. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,600 reviews)
Really nice hotel and room. More a luxury stay at blackhawk

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Hotel Boulderado

Hotel Boulderado

4 out of 5
2115 13th St Boulder CO
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boulder. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,648 reviews)
All good! Extra clean room! Pleasant vibe. I do think that at an upscale hotel like the Boulderado there should be drip coffee available in the lobby free of charge, at least in the morning hours. This would be a nice courtesy for paying guests.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

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Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18485 W Colfax Ave Golden CO
The price is £106 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£106
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Golden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,371 reviews)
Nice room

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Origin Red Rocks, a Wyndham Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Denver - Westminster

DoubleTree by Hilton Denver - Westminster

4 out of 5
8773 Yates Dr Westminster CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £66 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£66
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Westminster. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
room was great and service was great as well

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Denver - Westminster
Days Inn by Wyndham Thornton

Days Inn by Wyndham Thornton

2.5 out of 5
12101 N. Grant St. Thornton CO
The price is £47 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£47
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thornton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (577 reviews)
Clean room, great staff and peaceful environment!

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Thornton
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