Things to do in Boulder

Planning questions about Boulder

What are the best things to do in Boulder?

Discover Rocky Mountain National Park-Small Group Tour & Picnic is the highest ranked experience in Boulder, scoring 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 3,512 traveler reviews. Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Small Group Tour, Best of Boulder E-Bike Tour, Rocky Mountain National Park Tour and Picnic, Ride Boulder's Best Guided eBike E-Bike Tour! Electric eBike round out the top five. Outty ranks 47 bookable experiences in Boulder, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Boulder cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Boulder is $105 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Downtown Boulder Smartphone Guided Audio GPS Walking Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Boulder for today?

Yes. 47 of the top 47 experiences we rank in Boulder currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Boulder good for families?

Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in Boulder are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Boulder?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Boulder?

May to October. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Boulder?

45 of the 47 experiences we rank in Boulder offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Boulder gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Boulder so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.