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boulder, colorado

About Boulder, Colorado

Boulder, Colorado, is a vibrant city nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Known for its stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a lively downtown scene, Boulder offers a mix of adventure and culture. The city is famous for its hiking and biking trails, craft breweries, and the iconic Pearl Street Mall, filled with unique shops, restaurants, and street performers. With a strong focus on sustainability and a laid-back atmosphere, Boulder attracts both nature lovers and those seeking a dynamic, progressive community.

Fun Facts & Stats

  • Elevation: 5,430 feet (1,654 meters) above sea level
  • Climate: Semi-arid, with four distinct seasons; mild winters, warm summers, and lots of sunshine.
  • Boulder is often ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. due to its combination of outdoor activities, quality of life, and progressive culture.
  • Boulder is known for being one of the most bike-friendly cities in the U.S., with over 300 miles of bike paths and trails. In fact, there are more bikes than cars on the road during the summer months!
  • Boulder boasts over 300 sunny days a year, making it sunnier than many well-known sunshine cities like San Diego or Miami.
  • Boulder has over 20 craft breweries, making it one of the top cities in the U.S. for beer lovers. It's also home to the first microbrewery in Colorado, Boulder Beer Company, which opened in 1979.

Air Travel

As some of you will be traveling to Colorado by air, we’ve provided some details on the Denver International Airport.

Denver International Airport (DEN)

Distance: About 45 minutes to 1 hour (40 miles) via car.

Transportation: There are several private and public transportation services from DEN to Boulder.

Tips:

  • Traffic from Denver to Boulder can be heavy, please plan ahead
  • This webpage shows the Security wait times. 
  • For those without Pre-Check or Clear, DEN has a free reservation system for security which allows you to skip the line.

Accommodation

Here are some of our recommended hotels in Boulder. Our reception is at the Boulder Dushanbe Tea House, which is in Downtown Boulder.  If you choose to stay in Denver or nearby areas, please plan ahead for traffic.

We suggest booking your hotel soon since the University of Colorado Boulder decided to schedule a home football game on our wedding date (how dare they).

Boulder, Colorado

St. Julien Hotel & Spa – This is where we will be staying.

Hotel Boulderado – Historic & Central

Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street – Trendy & Modern

Hilton Garden Inn Boulder – Contemporary 

Boulder Marriott – Family Friendly 

Colorado Chautauqua – Charming & Outdoorsy

This website is a good resource for hotels and other accommodations in Boulder.