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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33.1 Miles
33% 3 votes
Marinas 1246 Lake Avenue, Grand Lake, CO 80447 MoreLess Info
Serving local boating enthusiasts for 60 years, Grand Lakes Marina offers boat rentals and chartered cruises for groups of up to 35. The marina also has a coffee shop, The Wake, open daily during the summer season for visitors.
33.2 Miles
94% 31 votes
History Museums 407 Pitkin Street, Grand Lake, CO 80447 MoreLess Info
Located in Grand Lake, Kauffman House Museum offers lots of history and education. The museum is a former hotel with a diverse collection including photographs, antique furnishings, artwork and housewares.
33.3 Miles
44% 16 votes
Botanical Gardens 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 MoreLess Info
Featuring 2.5 miles of trails through the scenic local area, the Denver Botanic Gardens provide guests with a memorable visiting experience. The trails are popular among birdwatchers and other nature enthusiasts.
33.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 6631 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121 MoreLess Info
A park and recreation district, South Suburban Parks & Recreation manages nearly 3,800 acres of developed park land and open space. The district features athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, recreation centers, golf courses, ice arenas, hockey rinks and recreational programs.
33.4 Miles
79% 24 votes
Bowling 824 Grand Avenue, Grand Lake, CO 80447 MoreLess Info
Grand Lake Lanes is a local bowling alley with a retro outlook complete with wooden lanes and a jukebox. Lulu City Pizza, owned by the same family, offers a variety of quality pizzas with other snacks and drinks.
33.5 Miles
70% 119 votes
Botanical Gardens 8500 West Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 MoreLess Info
Besides its historic structures which include Hildebrand Ranch, an early 20th-century dairy barn and Deer Creek Schoolhouse, Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield also comprise of a wide network of nature trails and multiple wildflower gardens which make it a good spot for birdwatching.
33.5 Miles
90% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Grand Lake, CO MoreLess Info
The Bowen Gulch Trail is an interpretive hiking trail that is suitable for picnicking and wildlife viewing. Animals that have come across the path include elk, deer, moose, lions, bears, and coyotes.
33.5 Miles
85% 73 votes
Lake Lake Avenue, Grand Lake, CO MoreLess Info
Situated near dense foliage, The Beach at Grand Lake offers the best of both worlds with its sandy shoreline and forest views. The beach is popular for fishing, kayaking, swimming, paddle boarding and relaxing on the sand.
33.7 Miles
93% 90 votes
Visitor Centers 16018 US Hwy 40, Grand Lake, CO 80447 MoreLess Info
Grand Lake Visitor Center offers visitors helpful information about the local area coupled with many suggestions regarding the local attractions which include wooden sidewalks, old historic buildings, the lakefront with an old preserved boathouse, among many others.
33.7 Miles
85% 189 votes
Farms & Ranches 1000 Village Road, Granby, CO 80446 MoreLess Info
Granby Ranch in Colorado provides the ultimate family skiing experience. With nearly 40 trails covering two mountains, terrain parks, equipment rentals, a restaurant, and lodge, the ranch has anything visitors may need to enjoy a day on the slopes.
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