Central 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
Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder: Wall To Wall Boulder eBike Mural Tour
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking
Private "Boulder Peaks & Wilderness Tours: Mallory Cave Trail"
Top hotels in Central Boulder
Hotel Boulderado
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street
Very noisy lots of door slamming and you can hear everyone talking in the hallways almost all night. The air conditioner was very loud.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Moxy Boulder University
Clean, bare minimum- dont expect a safe, coffe maker nor a fridge. Great location, friendly staff- must be college students. Enjoy the outdoors with firepits and couches. Free cocktail tokens given. I left a bag in room, pretty covered up yet the credit card in it was compromised immediately after ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Boulder
A fairly priced, quiet hotel - easy in and out - staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder
The water pressure and lack of hot water makes for a terrible experience. Been many stays and think this is our last.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Basecamp Boulder
Great
Reviewed on 14 Apr 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.
