About this city
Also known as: The City Nestled Against the Flatirons
Boulder is an affluent, progressive city positioned at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills, where the plains meet the iconic sandstone Flatirons formation. Home to the University of Colorado Boulder, it is world-famous for its distinct combination of scientific research labs, thriving tech startups, counterculture roots, and an obsessive outdoor fitness lifestyle.
Location & Administrative
County
Boulder
Time Zone
MST
State Code
CO
Transportation & Accessibility
Nearest Airports
DEN
Getting Around
WalkableBike-FriendlyBusRideshare-Friendly
Weather & Timing
Best Months
AprMayJunSepOct
Average Temperature
Peak Season
Hiking SeasonCollege Football Season
Off Season
Deep Freeze Season
Economics & Local Vibe
Population
City proper 104.0K · Metro area 330.0K
Sales Tax
9.04%
Key Industries
Higher Education & ResearchAerospace & Information TechnologyNatural & Organic Products
Practical Tourism Metadata
Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Stroll and shop along the vibrant, pedestrian-only Pearl Street Mall, hike between the giant towering Flatirons at Chautauqua Park, cycle the extensive Boulder Creek Path, and tour the Celestial Seasonings tea factory.
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