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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D’Angelo’s Deli offers a variety of Italian cuisine specialties including cheese stakes, sausage and meatballs, and chicken cutlets
25.5 Miles
85% 151 votes
Music Venue 3317 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206 MoreLess Info
As a music venue, Bluebird Theater hosts performances from nationally recognized rock, blues, and jazz bands. The theater was built in the early 20th century and features some of its original architectural features.
25.5 Miles
89% 101 votes
National & State Parks 15600 West Morrison Road, Lakewood, CO 80465 MoreLess Info
With a campground perched on the edge of the beach, Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado provides a scenic background for family camping. Visitors can also enjoy in beach activity rentals, biking, and modern facilities to make any adventure complete.
25.6 Miles
95% 184 votes
Natural History Museums 501 Colorado Highway 8, Morrison, CO MoreLess Info
The Morrison Natural History Museum is a great place to see real dinosaur fossils. The museum is also famous for its hands-on exhibits that appeal to both adults and children.
25.8 Miles
93% 88 votes
Parks 3852 Vine Street, Morrison, CO MoreLess Info
Spread over 2,330 acres, Mount Falcon Park offers many nature-based activities like hiking through 12 miles of trails, horseback riding trails, picnic tables, shelters, and restrooms. The west side of the park also details the ruins of several buildings owned by John Brisben Walker.
26.1 Miles
94% 17 votes
History Museums 4208 S. Timbervale Dr., Evergreen, CO MoreLess Info
On the National Register of Historic Places, Hiwan Homestead Museum features a 25-room log home originally constructed with a single room in 1893. The museum displays Native American artwork and decorative items as well as furniture from the period.
26.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 620 Soda Creek Road, Evergreen, CO 80439 MoreLess Info
Visitors can learn of the histories and experiences of the Humphrey family and the Kinnikinnik Ranch at Humphrey Memorial Park & Museum. The museum features tours of the Humphrey home, hiking trails, and an art gallery and antique shop.
26.3 Miles
88% 8 votes
Gold Panning 15378 E 99th Way, Commerce City, CO 80022 MoreLess Info
Goldstrike Adventures recreates the 19th-century experience of gold prospecting at reserved sites, with options of using both old and new panning methods and equipment. They have half-day, full-day and specialty packages.
26.4 Miles
91% 46 votes
Mountains 19285 Highway 103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
Open Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturdays from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, Sundays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; and select Mondays for Holidays.
26.5 Miles
94% 274 votes
Lake Evergreen, CO MoreLess Info
Popular with tourists and residents, Evergreen Lake and the Evergreen Lake Park provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Fishing is permitted throughout the year, and the lake is stocked with trout. A state fishing license is mandatory.
26.5 Miles
100% 11 votes
Fishing 4121 Chicago Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO MoreLess Info
Tucked in the mountains, Mount Evans Trout Fishing offers visitors a scenic pond for catching rainbow trout. Any fish caught in the pond are cleaned by the staff so the visitor can take their catch home.
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