Boulder Day Trip
Denver, Colorado
About This Activity
Boulder is a 45-minute drive from Denver and offers a perfect day trip mixing outdoor adventure with a lively downtown. The iconic Flatirons rock formations tower over the city and are accessible via trails from Chautauqua Park. Pearl Street Mall is a pedestrian-only stretch lined with independent shops, restaurants, and street performers. The University of Colorado campus adds youthful energy. For craft beer fans, Avery Brewing and Upslope Brewing are local favorites. The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse, a hand-carved teahouse gifted by Boulder's sister city in Tajikistan, is a unique dining experience.
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