Why Boulder is Everyone’s Happy Place  View in Browser
Find Your Happy Place
What makes you feel happy? Perhaps it’s the rush of cycling down wide-open trails while feeling the wind across your face. Maybe it’s enjoying handcrafted ice cream on a sunny day. Whether you’re going solo, strolling hand in hand with your partner or pursuing adventures with your whole family, Boulder has all the special moments — big and small — so you can make this your summer of happiness.
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Girls and dog hiking on a path with mountains in the background.
Urban Meets the Outdoors
Boulder offers the perfect balance of city and nature. You can hike the famous Flatirons before sitting down for a farm-to-table meal. Or spend a morning in the farmers market before riding an e-bike through the city streets. Whether you plan ahead or play it by ear, you’ll find your happy here.
Couple holding hands and walking downtown.
Let Your Romance Grow
In Boulder, you can experience special moments together that can bring you even closer. Catch an amazing sunrise from the top of Flagstaff Mountain or keep it simple with a picnic paired with views of the Rockies. From chocolate making to wine tasting, each day is a chance to make new memories.
Kids playing in shooting fountains on Pearl Street
Family-Friendly to Its Core
A family vacation to Boulder won’t just make you smile — you’ll be overflowing with happiness over all the discoveries you make. Pearl Street is where you can watch outdoor entertainers and cool off in the fountain. With gentle hiking trails and historic sites galore, the whole family will find something to smile about.
Girl eating colorful ice cream cone.
Where Foodies Come to Play
Boulder has long been a coveted destination for food lovers, and the dining scene is only getting bigger and brighter. Discover where top chefs source local ingredients, dine at award-winning restaurants and sip craft beers in the birthplace of Colorado’s modern microbrewery scene.
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