Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Boulder, Colorado (CO)

September 4, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

Fondly described as “the city nestled between the mountains and reality,” Boulder delivers an urban twist on the outdoor fun you’d expect from a town surrounded by wilderness. In a single day, you can hike miles and miles of trails or bike alongside Boulder Creek – then head back into town for some well-deserved shopping on Pearl Street. And with many of Colorado’s top restaurants right within reach, be sure to treat yourself to at least one great meal.
Restaurants in Boulder

1. Flatirons

Boulder Mountain Park, Boulder, CO 80302
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5.0 based on 1,107 reviews

Flatirons

Reviewed By kelshutch - Baltimore, United States

Beautiful area, great for walking. It's a big far/steep for toddler legs, so be prepared to carry little ones. But even if you don't get very far before turning around, the trip to see the park is worthwhile. Great couple of hours of sunshine, fresh air, and hiking for our family.

2. Boulder Walking Tours

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5.0 based on 115 reviews

Boulder Walking Tours

Not at all hokey but still super fun and also informative -- what could be better?!! Our excellent walking tours are #1 on TripAdvisor for a reason -- we explore Boulder's best places, by foot, and with knowledgeable and passionate guides! 1) Downtown's "Best of Boulder": An award-winning walking tour described as ".... a gem not to be missed!" Fun and fact-filled stroll through vibrant downtown Boulder bringing together history, architecture, people & planning. Join us as we wander the colorful and historic Pearl Street Mall and neighboring areas in a celebration of this incredible community! 2) Chautauqua ~ Living History: Emerging from a cultural movement of the late 19th century, the Chautauqua continues, through simplicity and a wide variety of cultural offerings, to exemplify its original ideals: lifelong learning, love of nature, music & the arts. This delightful tour is narrated with historic photographs that bring the landmark to life.Birds & Bees: Naturalist-Guided Hikes: Our guides are professional naturalists with years of experience guiding hikes in Boulder's Open Space and Mountain Parks. Explore the flora and fauna of the Rocky Mountain foothills -- small groups guaranteed to ensure personalized attention! 3) CU Boulder: A Learning Landmark: This fun and informative stroll through the award-winning CU-Boulder campus offers a thorough exploration of today's dynamic university, but rooted in background from yesteryear. The first building, opened in 1876, sat atop a donated, treeless bluff, its bell tower ringing the vision that spurred "Old Main" and, indeed, the town of Boulder itself. Since then, the campus has expanded in significance ~ architecturally, intellectually, and civically. Come wander, and wonder, with us!

3. Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights

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5.0 based on 233 reviews

Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights

Hot-Air Ballooning, Balloon Ride, Balloon Flight or Balloon adventure, no matter how it's said, Fair Winds is Colorado's Favorite! Just 30 minutes from both Denver or Estes Park, Enjoy Spectacular Views of the Majestic Rocky Mountains over Beautiful Boulder, Colorado. Our daily Flights offer a year round change of scenery including mountain ranges, plains, and wildlife as far as the eye can see! We welcome private parties as well as large groups, and do promotional as well as instructional Flights. A Gift Certificate for a Hot Air Balloon experience with Fair Winds makes the perfect gift for any occasion. "Creating Lifelong Memories" is our promise and commitment to each of our guests.

4. Colorado Wilderness Rides And Guides

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5.0 based on 137 reviews

Colorado Wilderness Rides And Guides

Colorado Wilderness Rides And Guides: Transforming Lives through Experiential Adventures. Custom, unique outdoor adventures-education: fly fishing (wade / float), sightseeing tours, mountain bike tours, cycling tours, hiking trips, rock climbing, peak ascents, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, snowshoeing, ski tours, backpacking trips - Rocky Mountain National Park / Flat Top Wilderness, ATV tours, photography tours, historic tours, avalanche education. Travel trips, tours, and small groups range from 2 hour to 9+ days in Colorado and Eastern Utah. Group size: 1 participant to 450+ based on trip length, service, and activity. License: (Required in Colorado to operate) Colorado Outfitter Rafting License #: 534; Colorado Outfitter License #: 2717; Colorado Public Utilities Commission: #55777 - License for sightseeing, charter, limousine. Official Rocky Mountain National Park Concessionaire for Mountaineering and Avalanche education. Corporate team building / leadership development

5. Valmont Bike Park

Intersection of Valmont and Airport Roads, Boulder, CO http://bouldercolorado.gov/parks-rec/valmont-bike-park
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5.0 based on 59 reviews

Valmont Bike Park

6. Front Range Ride Guides Ltd. - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 433 reviews

Front Range Ride Guides Ltd. - Day Tours

Front Range Ride Guides is a small, independent, family-owned business that specializes in custom-tailored mountain biking and winter fat biking experiences for all ages and ability levels. Founded and grown locally, along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains; we love using our intimate knowledge of the areas in and around Boulder, Denver, Golden, Fort Collins, & beyond to create one of a kind experiences for visitors and locals alike; that highlight the natural beauty and unique culture of Colorado. Our professional guides have unrivaled experience, deep roots in the area and local mountain biking, and strive to make each custom-tailored ride an experience you'll never forget! Join us for a custom tailored Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Local Craft Brewery, MTB Skills Clinic, or Corporate/Group/Family Adventure and experience what makes the Colorado Front Range so special!

7. Christy Sports Ski and Snowboard

2000 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301-1117 +1 303-442-2493 [email protected] http://rental.christysports.com/store_locations.php?Store=Christy-Sports-Boulder
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Christy Sports Ski and Snowboard

The Christy Sports Boulder store is our flagship location. Here you will experience a knowledgeable staff, a wide selection of gear, high quality ski and snowboard rentals, and the latest technologies in tuning equipment.

Reviewed By cgnoyola - Edinburg, United States

Drove from the southern tip of Texas up to Estes Park, CO for Christmas break 2017. We were recommended to rent our equipment at Christy's by a ski rental shop in Nederland since we were looking for both skis and snowboards. That was by far the best experience our family has had at renting equipment. All customer representatives were very helpful, thorough, and although we questioned what they told us about how tight our boots should fit- and telling us that most people ski with boots that are too big for them- they were dead on! My husband, three teens and I loved our rental equipment! I cannot fail to recognize that they went out of their way to make our trip much easier. We stopped by Christy's on our drive into Colorado on the 23 of December to check on our online order and to make sure everything was straight for our upcoming rental. After they welcomed us, they asked us where we were staying. We informed that we were staying in Estes Park (~45 minute commute from Christy's in Boulder) and we were skiing in Eldora Mountain the day after Christmas through the 30th of December. They immediately told us that they would get us fitted right then and there in order for us to take the rental equipment with us so we wouldn't have to make the commute back to Boulder on the 26th of December. Rental turn in was even easier. Literally arrived, turned in equipment, received my paperwork and was out of there in less than 5 minutes. I highly recommend this store!

8. Boulder Bike Tours

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5.0 based on 145 reviews

Boulder Bike Tours

Calling ALL of those who want to get a taste of authentic Boulder! Headquartered in beautiful Boulder, Colorado, we provide custom guided mountain bike, road, and city biking tours. We are also one of the only bike your companies who specialize in hosting corporate tours or private events! This is one of the "Most Boulder" things to do in Boulder! From the beginner to advanced biker our expert guides arrange everything: the bikes, gear and transportation for the experience that offers the highest level of challenge and enjoyment. We also offer electric bike tours through the heart of Boulder city! Experience everything you need to see in Boulder, CO. We gladly accommodate individuals to large business groups, half to full day tours available.

9. University Bicycles

839 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302-5088 +1 303-444-4196 http://ubikes.com/
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

University Bicycles

10. Pedego Boulder- Electric Bike Tours & Rentals

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5.0 based on 333 reviews

Pedego Boulder- Electric Bike Tours & Rentals

Pedego Boulder is the home of electric bikes in Boulder, CO! Come join us for one of our guided tours of the city and surrounding area or rent bikes for a half day or more to see more than you ever could by bus, car or standard pedal bikes. Our staff would love to show you what we love about Boulder and to give you great advice on places to see by bike when visiting the area. Our downtown shop features every electric bicycle model that Pedego makes offering our guests to find the bike of their dreams!

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