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Boulder, Colorado

Cresting over the hill on highway 36 into Boulder, it’s easy to see why this intriguing town has been dubbed “the city nestled between the mountains and reality.” At 5,430 feet above sea level, acres of vast open space roll into Boulder’s quaint cityscape tucked into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. For the most up to date travel and vacation information on Boulder Colorado, The Boulder Colorado CVB website is the source for information on lodging, restaurants, attractions and events. Learn more about visiting downtown Boulder here. The website also contains information on area weather, maps and other helpful travel aids for what ever you need for an exciting experience.

Stroll along the popular pedestrian Pearl Street Mall and enjoy a great selection of restaurants, bookstores, boutiques and sidewalk cafés. Also popular are the seasonal art shows, craft fairs, musical presentations and street performers who entertain enthusiastic crowds with their antics. Let Bongo the Balloon Man make an animal creation out of his colorful supply of balloons, challenge the Zip Code Man to guess your hometown just by telling him your zip code, or watch the unusually flexible contortionist fold his body into a small box.

Restaurants in Boulder, Colorado are an incredible array of choices, from ethnic and health food restaurants to funky spots, popular brewpubs, locals' hangouts and elegant dining for that special occasion. Both Boulder Weekly's "Best of Boulder" and The Daily Camera's "Readers' Choice Awards" offer insight into Boulder's culinary favorites.

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Winter activities in Boulder Colorado

The Ice Rink at One Boulder Plaza is located in the heart of downtown Boulder, just one block off of the historic Pearl Street Mall. Enjoy outdoor ice skating and winter cheer with family and friends. The Ice Rink is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and shopping. We look forward to seeing you on the ice!

Eldora Mountain Resort: Located just 21 miles west of Boulder, Eldora is Boulder's backyard ski area. The base area of Eldora has an elevation of 9,200 feet above sea level. Top elevation is 10,800 feet. Eldora Mountain Resort offers beginner, intermediate and little-known expert terrain, creating a unique and refreshing change and an ideal getaway. With 40km of cross-country & snowshoe trails, 4 terrain parks and an outstanding children's SnowSports School, Eldora offers something for everyone in the family.