Boulder is nestled at the base of the iconic flatirons. It’s a big city of about 100,000 people, that consistently appears in “best places to live” lists due to its laid-back lifestyle, beauty and endless recreation. It is also home to the University of Colorado, the state’s largest university.
Main Attractions
Celestial Seasonings – Free tours daily of the world’s most advanced tea production plant. See how teas are blended, packaged, shipped, and tastings. There is also a Tea Shop and Celestial Cafe with breakfast and lunch.
Special Events
Boulder International Film Festival – February – Usually held Thursday through Sunday, featuring parties, food, and a look at the top new international films.
Boulder Creek Festival – Memorial Day weekend – A three day festival along Canyon Boulevard. Local vendors sells food and other products, live music, and events are held like a rubber duck race down Boulder Creek.
Things to do near Boulder
Boating:
Factory Tours:
- Avery Brewing
- Boulder Beer
- Upslope Brewing
Ghost Towns:
- Caribou (28mi)
Hot Springs:
- Eldorado Springs Pool (8mi)
National Lands:
Ski Areas:
- Eldora Mountain (17mi)
State Parks:
- Boyd Lake (32mi)
- Eldorado Canyon (11mi)
- Golden Gate Canyon (32mi)
- Saint Vrain (23mi)
Towns:
- Denver (27mi)
- Fort Collins (46mi)
- Golden (20mi)
- Longmont (15mi)
- Loveland (32mi)
- Lyons (16mi)
- Nederland (16mi)
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