Free & Cheap Things to Do in Boulder, CO

  • The list below includes 218 free or cheap things to do in or near Boulder, Colorado, including 95 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Malls, Family Fun Center and Specialty Shops.
  • From Eldorado Canyon to University of Colorado at Boulder, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Boulder and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Idaho Springs, Wheat Ridge and Arvada.
  • The list below includes 218 free or cheap things to do in or near Boulder, Colorado, including 95 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Malls, Family Fun Center and Specialty Shops.
  • From Eldorado Canyon to University of Colorado at Boulder, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Boulder and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Idaho Springs, Wheat Ridge and Arvada.
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American eats—ranging from Chicago-style hot dogs to meatball sandwiches to foot-long hot dogs—served in a classic American diner
23.8 Miles
67% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 250 Pavillions Pl, Brighton, CO 80601 MoreLess Info
Featuring 12 auditoriums, AMC Brighton 12 is a movie theater that displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals and a concession area with food and drinks.
23.9 Miles
61% 4337 votes
Malls 16th St, Denver, CO 80202 MoreLess Info
16th Street Mall is a local pedestrian and transit mall located on the 16th Street in downtown Denver and comprises of multiple shopping destinations including high-end retails stores as well as smaller local shops, coupled with restaurants, numerous bronze statues and cafes.
23.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
Farms & Ranches 13785 Potomac Street, Brighton, CO 80601 MoreLess Info
A pick your own farmers market an CSA, Berry Patch Farm features a variety of locally grown produce, cheeses, meats, and other products. The farm also hosts events and parties for children.
24.1 Miles
93% 217 votes
Hiking Trails 7599 Fall River Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
St. Mary's Glacier is reached through a moderately difficult upward hike which in turn, passes around a scenic lake and progresses forward up to the glacier where one can enjoy the panoramic views of the surroundings and a variety of snow sports.
24.1 Miles
97% 3257 votes
Mountains Denver, CO MoreLess Info
A part of the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies, Mount Evans is accessible by road and offers a scenic drive with panoramic views of the surroundings. Visitors can also choose to hike all the way to the summit.
24.2 Miles
97% 2325 votes
Other Entertainment 16352 County Road #93, Morrison, CO 80465 MoreLess Info
A natural rock structure used to hold large organized events, the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater is considered as the best place to see a concert. The Park can seat more than 9,000 individuals and it has several amenities for everyone to enjoy.
24.2 Miles
97% 2201 votes
Other Entertainment 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO MoreLess Info
A variety of recreational activities are available at Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre. Guests enjoy drive-through sightseeing, family picnics and outdoor exercise. Nature enthusiasts can also see several species of plants and animals.
24.3 Miles
89% 1677 votes
Architectural Buildings 200 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80203 MoreLess Info
Constructed in late 19th-century, Colorado State Capitol today is home to the Colorado General Assembly and serves as the offices of the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor. The building resembles the United State Capitol and comprises of a golden dome in memory of the Colorado Gold Rush.
24.3 Miles
91% 4556 votes
Art Museum 13th Avenue between Broadway and Bannock Streets, Denver, CO 80204 MoreLess Info
The Denver Art Museum is a local art gallery which houses a wide range of works of Native Art, Western American Art and Contemporary Art, as a part of its permament collection as well as rotating exhibits.
24.3 Miles
89% 312 votes
Art Museum 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 MoreLess Info
The main goal of the Clyfford Still Museum is to advance the understanding and appreciation for the art and legacy of Clyffod Still himself. The collection represents 94 percent of the artist's lifetime output, including roughly 2,400 works.
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