Top 10 Tours in Boulder, Colorado (CO)

February 5, 2022 Rosalyn Ihle

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.
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1. Private Rocky Mountain National Park from Denver and Boulder

LoDo, Denver, CO 80202, USA Aspire Tours
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Make the most of your time in Colorado and treat yourself to a fully customized private tour in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This is the perfect tour for someone who simply wants ample time at each sight and a guide who treats them like family showing them all their favorite spots. Disconnect for a day and immerse yourself in the beauty and solitude of these majestic mountains in an upscale vehicle that offers extensive views of your surroundings. Feel small against the vast, all-encompassing, mountains surrounding you as you take in Colorado’s 300 days of sunshine. From Denver, drive along through Boulder with its famous Flatirons Rock Formations. Continue through canyons alive with wildlife up to Estes Park, the charming town at the entrance of the Rocky Mountain National Park.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Snacks, COVID-19 Prepared: masks, routine sanitizing, and more

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By N9864LKfrankc

The Foothills Explorer Tour with Braelei was awesome!! She was a walking wealth of knowledge. Her educational background combined with her life experiences made the tour highly interesting. She knew the history regarding every site we visited. We also recognized how passionate she was when encountering the wildlife. The drive in between visiting landmarks was full of fun. I appreciated the way she captured everyone's attention. Her delivery was also on point. We learned so much during the short 4 hour tour. I could have definitely spent the entire day touring with Braelei. I'm looking forward to visiting Denver and booking another tour/s with her. After spending half a day with her, I realized that we had a similar interests as far as outdoor activities but yet also so different. It should be a requirement to tour with Braelei when visiting Denver. I appreciated every single thing about her especially her personality. My favorite tour guide of all time. She has set that bar on another level. THANK YOU Braelei!!!

2. Rocky Mountain National Park Tour from Denver

Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA Explorer Tours
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Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the country's most visited parks. The region features breathtaking peaks in virtually every direction and an unspoiled, panoramic view of nature at its finest. Inside the Park, 110 peaks reach as high as 11,000 feet in altitude, including the celebrated Longs Peak, which boasts a height of 14,260 feet. The beautiful scenery in this area can be viewed by car or on foot. Trail Ridge Road is the most popular route among tourists and interestingly, it is North America's highest continuous paved roadway. If you are a wildlife enthusiast, you can also anticipate seeing a broad range of birds and animals in their natural habitat, as well as other unforgettable sites. On the way back we will stop by Stanley Hotel, famous for its inspiration of the book and movie “The Shining.

Inclusions: Professional Driver/Guide, Transportation, Lunch, Park Entrance Fees, Small Group Tour, Water refill - bring reusable bottle please

Exclusions: Gratuities (10-20% recommended)

Reviewed By Z6454WVjasmined

Everything was SOOOO beautiful!! Our guide Michelle was very knowledgeable & excited to tell us all about the area!!

3. The Psycho Killer Escape Room (1-8 people)

Homestead Building, Boulder, CO 80302, USA Boulder Escape Room
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Live the adventure! Our real life escape rooms put you in the game. Leave your cell phones at home while you use your wit to find clues, solve riddles, and decipher hidden messages to escape "The Psycho Killer," or try your luck in Area 51 while you attempt to escape "The Abduction." Our newest game "Captive" starts you off chained to the wall (w/safety release) only to escape by following the clues from the past prisoners. Work together with your team to survive Boulder Escape Room. ​ For large corporate or private events please email us for more information

Inclusions: 1 Hour game

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Reviewed By Jill S

We escaped from Psycho Killer and had so much fun we immediately tried the Abduction and escaped from that room too! Good clues, fun set up and friendly staff.

4. Private day tour from Denver to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Adventiure Scenic Tours of Colorado
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This is a private custom tour in a luxury SUV. I am a history buff and have been a private guide for over 12 years. I am certified by the State of Colorado for private driving and guiding for all my tours. I will not only show you the beautiful sites of the Colorado Mountains but I will also give you some of the sordid and salacious details of Estes Park's past. In the Rocky Mountain National Park we can go on small hikes to the Alluvial Fan and other sites such as Spaque Lake or Bear Lake. There are many wild animals to see such as Mule Deer, Elk, Moose and more. Estes Park is a great place to souvenier shop and stop for a bite to eat from one lof the local establishment that specialize in the local game and food. If the clients would rather go to Grand Lake then I can customize and take that route. This is a full day where you will see some of the most beautiful majestic sites that exists. We will drive along the longest higest road in America where you will witness these sites.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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Reviewed By cjma

Brad did a great job getting us to our destinations and had a lot of information along the way. There was a shield between the front and back seats for COVID safety. Would recommend Brad but would insist the vehicle be sanitized before the trip.

5. High-Vibes Foodie Tour

St Julien Hotel & Spa, 900 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA Boulder Party Tours
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Boulder is a true gem when it comes to great vegan / vegetarian food & drink! It's also a model for food sustainability and good health, and it's no wonder why. With a true commitment to supporting locally grown, farm-fresh food, Boulder has much to offer foodies who long to learn more about, and explore some of this city's amazing cuisine services and resources for lovingly prepared vegan, vegetarian, organic & gluten-free delicacies. Come join like-minded souls on this uniquely relaxing, delicious and insightful 2.5 hour brunch tour! Welcome to Boulder, where a happy and healthy lifestyle is just a bite away. Sound good? This town was made for you. Join us! Private group tours available upon request. Visit our website for details and contact us directly to discuss your party's needs.

Inclusions: DELICIOUS FOOD, your way! - Beginning at 12:30 pm, we experience plant-based food at its best as we taste, sip and tour our way through this beautiful food-loving town.

Exclusions: A personal tip for your guide is not included and left to your discretion., Any additional food or drink you wish to purchase as we tour.

Reviewed By tobieh246

This tour was so much fun. Jae was a great guide and gave us lots of tips on places to eat. Our kids who are in their 20’s loved it too.

6. Boulder Backroads: E-Bike Dirt Road Tour

2015 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA Pedego Boulder- Electric Bike Tours & Rentals
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Attention all thrill seekers! Jump on Pedego’s award winning full suspension Elevate Mountain Bike and head for the mountains. Select 1 of 3 electric assistance modes as you wind your way along the renown Switzerland Trail and enjoy some of the best backroad biking Boulder has to offer. Soak up the 4×4 road’s challenging terrain using the Elevate’s wide trail tires and feel what it’s like to ride high up in the Rockies! Then take one more stop for a panoramic picture at a mountain viewpoint before riding back on this epic trail to the starting trailhead!

Inclusions: Professional local guide, Use of electric bike, Use of bike helmet, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Gratuities

Reviewed By devonc238

This was such an awesome experience. Great riding experience and learning about boulder. Luke was a great and caring tour guide. It was a beautiful day.

7. Wild West-End Hiking Tour

St Julien Hotel & Spa, 900 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA Boulder Party Tours
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Boulder's gorgeous scenery is closer than you think, and we'll take you there! On this unique and fun guided 3-hour tour, history meets natural beauty and introduces you to Boulder's not-to-be-missed hidden gems! On this fun and physical tour, you'll: Explore and experience Boulder's natural beauty and serenity with a guided tour of Boulder's Settler's Park, Boulder's red rocks and creek path. ​Learn about our beloved Chief Niwot and the early days of the boulder settlers. Be inspired as we contemplate the natural world around us. Have fun and capture those crazy, 'insta' Boulder photos sure to make your friends and family wish they had joined you! Private group experiences available upon request. Visit our website for details and contact information.

Inclusions: A beautiful, guided walk along the Boulder Creek Path and hike through Boulder's iconic Red Rocks.

Exclusions: A tip for your guide is never expected, but always appreciated!

Reviewed By Bunoy123

Fun! Fun! Fun! The best Valentines Day I ever had. A personal tour guide to the most exquisite vegan experiences. The good thing about it was you can eat, then walk it off, and eat and walk it off..... The tour gave us insights to things like the origin of Celestial Seasons Tea Co, and how healthy eating and living and has evolved and shaped the community of Boulder. She showed us gorgeous views of the natural beauty around Boulder. It was so wonderful I would do the exact same tour again, but she has so much more to offer. Check it out.

8. One of a Kind Horse Discovery Experiences - EquusLibere

10085 N 65th St, Longmont, CO 80503, USA Bridgit Wald
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EquusLibere Discovery Experiences (dubbed Horse 'Whisperer' Experiences by clients) are joyful, insightful opportunities to discover equine-facilitated learning and deepen how participants relate to themselves, others, and horses. Please note that no horse experience is needed and no riding is involved. Experience connecting with horses in a new way while practicing leadership development and learning natural horsemanship skills. Allow the horses to guide your explorations into presence, connection, intuition, energetic impact, boundaries, and authentic leadership. As you learn to 'horse whisper,' you will also receive translated, real-time feedback from the horses that offer insight into your unique leadership style and ways of showing up in the world. Experience the magic of horses and learn to communicate and interact with them in powerful ways. Experiences are memorable, fun opportunities to delight in connection and deep learnings about oneself and our equine partners.

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Reviewed By NicoleS3730

Bridgit is an excellent facilitator. She is grounded and calm , making you feel at ease with the horses. I would not go to anyone else for this work.

9. The Boulder-Dash Scavenger Hunt

The West End Tavern, 926 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA Alley Kat Adventures
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Alley Kat Adventures is an Austin, TX-based event design company offering city scavenger hunts in 30 cities in the US and Mexico as well as custom events worldwide. Our specially hand-crafted, interactive quests are equal parts tour, cultural experience, creative challenge, detective hunt, & social experiment! Guests get to discover hidden gems off the beaten trail while completing fun missions! Find a labyrinth in an unexpected location, hunt down an enormous chocolate bar, try skipping stones at the most scenic spot on the riverbank, and more!

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Reviewed By Dianne F

Great way to learn about Fort Lauderdale. I live here but had a friend visiting and it was fun for both of us. This would be great for a group of friends, coworkers, or bachelorette party. The remote adventure coach, Katie, was great- helpful when needed!!

10. Downtown Boulder: An audio tour around this weird and beautiful town

Nomad Bead Merchants, 1909 9th St #100, Boulder, CO 80302, USA VoiceMap Boulder
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Although it holds a reputation as a hub for the ultra-liberal and rich hippies, Boulder is much more than yoga studios and vegan restaurants. On this self guided audio tour, you'll see some of the expected locales—a Buddhist meditation center, and the farmer's market—but there are some lesser-known gems to be discovered as well. Sip some oolong in the ornately decorated tea house, dip your toes in the creek (if it's not flooded), and marvel at the gardens surrounding the Historic Highland Building. By the end of the tour, you'll probably want to stay in town forever. Welcome to the People's Republic of Boulder!

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food/Drink

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