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Chautauqua
Chautauqua
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Ranked #1 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 72 reviews
Owner description: Originally established in 1898 to bring culture to rural areas, this beautiful park now hosts cultural events, features rock... more » Owner description: Originally established in 1898 to bring culture to rural areas, this beautiful park now hosts cultural events, features rock climbing sites, lovely gardens and picnic areas and is the starting point for many hiking trails. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Historic Sites
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
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Ranked #2 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 77 reviews
Owner description: A present to Boulder from Tajikistan, this beautifully handcrafted teahouse, surrounded by flowers and overlooking Boulder... more » Owner description: A present to Boulder from Tajikistan, this beautifully handcrafted teahouse, surrounded by flowers and overlooking Boulder Creek, serves international cuisine, provides workshops in tea leaf reading and tea ceremonies, and functions as an education center. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Shops; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art
Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art
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Ranked #3 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Art museum with paintings and sculptures featuring the Old West.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  4.8 miles from city center
University of Colorado at Boulder
University of Colorado at Boulder
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Ranked #4 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
Flatirons
Flatirons
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Ranked #5 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews

The Flatirons are sandstone rock formations that are a distinctive symbol of the city of Boulder. There are five large, numbered Flatirons ranging from north to south (First... more »

Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory
Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory
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Ranked #6 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 188 reviews
Owner description: Discover how tea is made on a tour that includes a video, a walk through the Celestial Herb Garden, a tour of the tea bag... more » Owner description: Discover how tea is made on a tour that includes a video, a walk through the Celestial Herb Garden, a tour of the tea bag factory and a visit to the aromatic Mint Room. « less
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  4.3 miles from city center
Pearl Street Mall
Pearl Street Mall
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Ranked #7 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 131 reviews
Owner description: Situated in the heart of an energetic city is beautiful, historic Downtown Boulder. At the heart of Downtown Boulder is the... more » Owner description: Situated in the heart of an energetic city is beautiful, historic Downtown Boulder. At the heart of Downtown Boulder is the Pearl Street Mall, a wonderfully charismatic four-block-long pedestrian mall that celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2007. Colorful, bright flowers fill the mall almost the entire year and street performers, with a multitude of talents, make the Pearl Street Mall one of the best people-watching destinations anywhere. « less
Attraction type  Malls; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
Eldorado Canyon
Eldorado Canyon
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Ranked #8 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  5.0 miles from city center
Flagstaff Mountain
Flagstaff Mountain
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Ranked #9 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Located close to downtown Boulder, this mountain offers climbing and hiking trails with sweeping views of the city.
Attraction type  Mountains; State Parks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
Boulder Creek Path
Boulder Creek Path
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Ranked #10 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Owner description: This paved 7.5-mile path for walkers, bikers and skaters leads from Boulder proper into the mountains, winding its way along... more » Owner description: This paved 7.5-mile path for walkers, bikers and skaters leads from Boulder proper into the mountains, winding its way along Boulder Creek, a large park and a playground. « less
Attraction type  Biking Trails; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights
Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Ranked #11 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Other
Distance  5.1 miles from city center
Boulder Public Library
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Ranked #12 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
Mesa Trail
Mesa Trail
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Ranked #13 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: Extending six miles with a 440-foot gain in elevation, this trail from Boulder to Eldorado Springs is for ambitious hikers... more » Owner description: Extending six miles with a 440-foot gain in elevation, this trail from Boulder to Eldorado Springs is for ambitious hikers only. « less
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Trails
Distance  2.6 miles from city center
Boulder's Dinner Theatre
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Ranked #14 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theaters
Distance  2.9 miles from city center
Avery Brewing Company
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Ranked #15 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery
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Ranked #16 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Redstone Meadery
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Ranked #17 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries; Tours
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
National Center for Atmospheric Research
National Center for Atmospheric Research
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Ranked #18 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Owner description: Free exhibits illustrate tornadoes, lightning, rainbows, and more about weather and climate. Our solar telescope and... more » Owner description: Free exhibits illustrate tornadoes, lightning, rainbows, and more about weather and climate. Our solar telescope and supercomputers are also on display. Wheelchair-accessible outdoor weather trail. Guided noon-time tours offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, except holidays. Guide-By-Cell tours any time, so bring your mobile phone. Open 363 days a year. Hours: M-F 8am to 5pm; Weekends & holidays 9am to 4pm See our website for organized group tours and NCAR's 2 annual closure dates. « less
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  2.6 miles from city center
Boulder Falls
Boulder Falls
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Ranked #19 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Owner description: Visitors get a chance to view the "Yosemite of Boulder Canyon," scenic waterfalls plunging more than 70 feet into Middle... more » Owner description: Visitors get a chance to view the "Yosemite of Boulder Canyon," scenic waterfalls plunging more than 70 feet into Middle Boulder Creek, by walking on a short trail to a viewpoint area just below the falls. « less
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
Boulder Theater
Boulder Theater
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Ranked #20 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: First opened in 1906 as a venue for opera, musical productions and silent movies, this versatile performance center now... more » Owner description: First opened in 1906 as a venue for opera, musical productions and silent movies, this versatile performance center now serves a variety of functions, from meetings and conferences to live theater and concerts. « less
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Ocean First Divers
Ocean First Divers
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Ranked #21 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Dairy Center for the Arts
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Ranked #22 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters; Civic Centers
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
Folsom Field
Folsom Field
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Ranked #23 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  0.8 miles from city center
Central Park
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Ranked #24 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
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Ranked #25 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Carnegie Branch Library for Local History
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Ranked #26 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Libraries
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Gateway Park Fun Center
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Ranked #27 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: Mini Golf, Go karts, batting cages, golf driving range, human maze and indoor arcade games are just some of the fun that... more » Owner description: Mini Golf, Go karts, batting cages, golf driving range, human maze and indoor arcade games are just some of the fun that awaits you at Boulder, Colorado's only indoor/outdoor family fun center! Open year round, Gateway Park opens each day at 10:00 a.m. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
Boulder History Museum
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Ranked #28 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Housed in a French chateau-style mansion, this museum's impressive collection reflects Boulder's history as a ranching and... more » Owner description: Housed in a French chateau-style mansion, this museum's impressive collection reflects Boulder's history as a ranching and mining area and includes a notable costume exhibition of more than 3,500 items of clothing from the 19th and 20th centuries. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
Boulder Ballet
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Ranked #29 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Ballets
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
The Spot Bouldering Gym
The Spot Bouldering Gym
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Ranked #30 of 66 Attractions in Boulder
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Welcome to the Spot Bouldering Gym, Boulders coolest climbing gym! Enjoy amazing freestanding boulders modeled after... more » Owner description: Welcome to the Spot Bouldering Gym, Boulders coolest climbing gym! Enjoy amazing freestanding boulders modeled after world-renowned climbing, including Fontainebleau, Hueco Tanks and Yosemite. We offer the best bouldering in a 10,000 ft² facility, plus a top-rope wall, slackline and training equipment. We produce amazing local and professional competitions and The Spot Climbing School offers programs year-round for youth and adults. Come check us out! « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
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