Things To Do
16th Street Mall
The 16th Street Mall is located in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado. At over 1.25 miles long, it has FREE shuttle rides going end to end, giving you easy access to more than 250+ stores lining the street making it a favorite tourist destination.
Colorado Rockies Game
Watch the Colorado Rockies take on the Pirates at beautiful Coors Field, overlooking the Flatirons.
Denver Zoo
Starting as a small collection of animals in 1896, the Denver Zoo is now an institution that is recognized worldwide.
Downtown Aquarium
The Downtown Aquarium mixes family fun, spectacular marine life, and casual dining in Denver. Explore the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit with more than one million gallons of extraordinary exhibits.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Coloradans love the outdoors, and these stunning gardens are a great way to explore nature. With activities for people of all ages, the Denver Botanic Gardens feature North America's largest collection of plants from cold temperate climates around the world, as well as 7 diverse gardens that mostly include plants from Colorado and neighboring states.
Coors Brewery Tour
The Coors Brewery Tour showcases the history of brewing in a 30-minute look at the malting, brewing and packaging processes for the famous Coors beer!
The EDGE Ziplines & Adventures (Formerly Castle Rock Adventure Park)
The EDGE is an outdoor excitement center on the front range of the Rockies for adventurers of all ages who want to experience life on the edge. Fly on a top Colorado zipline tour, or tackle the Sky Trek to experience the playground in the sky. Challenge gravity on the Adventure Tower's vertical climbs and exhilarating jumps. Or unleash the warrior inside on our Ninja Course.
Chautauqua Park
With a multitude of paths, both tourists and locals hike through the heart of the historic Chautauqua Meadow and gaze upon the majestic Flatirons. The trails get hot without shade, so be sure to pack extra water. Stop to read interpretive signs along the way to learn more about Chautauqua's rich history and landscape.
Eldorado Canyon State Park
Eldorado Canyon State Park is a day-use-park offering technical rock climbing, stream-side picnic areas and trails with panoramic vistas, all encompassed in a magnificent canyon. Watch the rock climbers, take a hike, and enjoy the atmosphere!
Pearl Street Mall
No visit to Boulder is complete without a stroll down the world-famous Pearl Street Mall. It is the historic heart of the city. Many of the buildings on the mall date back to the gold mining days of the 1880’s and they have all been painstakingly restored to their original charm and elegance. Teeming with visitors and locals alike on Colorado’s signature sunny days, the mall has been described as the best place on the planet for people-watching and enjoying street entertainers. Buskers are plentiful year round and a variety of musicians compete for your ear on each of the four blocks of shade trees, fountains and flower gardens. The mall is also home to shops, restaurants and art galleries. Go online to VisitDowntownBoulder.com for things to see and do, business listings, current hours of operation and more!
The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
Sip tea and savor the atmosphere at the beautiful Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse, built in connection with Boulder's sister city Dushanbe, located in Tajikistan. The Teahouse, which officially opened May 15, 1998, is a gift from Boulder's sister city, Dushanbe, Tajikistan and is the most significant and largest piece of Central Asian art and the only one of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Handcrafted by over 40 Tajik artisans, the Teahouse is a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors, patterns and furnishings. The Teahouse features an eclectic, international menu and teas from all over the world.