My Boulder Itineraries

Some say the best recommendations come from trusted family and friends. For us, there is no one better than downtown business owners and managers themselves to give you a look at the best that downtown Boulder has to offer. Not only do they work here, but they also dine, shop and play here! This is their Boulder and now, they are sharing some of their best kept secrets with you.

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Featured Stories

Dinner on the West End with Nomad Bead

I love our end of Boulder. My husband and I have a Pilates class together on Thursday nights and generally go out to dinner afterwards.

Summer Saturday with Ben & Jerry's

I love that I work at Ben & Jerry’s. In the summer it’s a huge bonus that I get to see so many people enjoy ice cream. My perfect summer Saturday starts at the Boulder Farmers Market with my sister.

New in Town with The Riverside

As a newbie downtown, I'm still discovering places every day. I’m always open to whatever's happening and love to be part of the community.

Downtown Insider with Todd Reed

My morning typically starts off with a meditation that I call "singing walk". I put my headphones in, walk into the foothills and just breath.

Weekend Escape with John Atencio

I love to head from Denver to Boulder for the weekend. I typically arrive late afternoon, park on Pearl Street, and stop into my newest John Atencio Pearl West Boutique.

A Day on the West End with Downtown Boulder Real Estate

For me, a walk on the west end of pearl street while shopping and dining is a great reminder of why I live and work in Boulder. It’s a nice place for a slow walk with the kids and Moe, our 7 year old Boston Terrier, on the weekends.

Girls' Day with Rembrandt Yard

The perfect girl’s day out starts at The Kitchen with a round of lemon ricotta pancakes and other locally sourced breakfast goodies.

Patio Day with Savvy on Pearl

Like many Boulder natives and transplants, I have a huge appreciation for good food, the outdoors and any patio that allows me to enjoy both at once!

More Itineraries

Girls' Day with Boulder Nepal

Downtown Boulder is the heart of Boulder, Colorado! There is not a better option to where I would want to spend a fun-filled day with the people I love.

Weekend Escape with Barbara & Company

An overnight stay in downtown Boulder has become a holiday tradition for us. It starts with an early lunch at Dushanbe Tea House, always beautiful but like a jewel a this time of year.

Downtown Insider with BMoCA

It’s so great to work for BMoCA, which is in the perfect location to take advantage of all downtown Boulder has to offer.

Weekend Escape with Weekends

A weekend off for me is a rarity. If I'm not in the store and get to enjoy a Boulder weekend, here are the places I would visit.

Yes Chef! with T/Aco

With all of the great dining options in downtown Boulder its easy to overlook the talented chefs that are responsible for plating our favorite dishes.

Game Day with Pasta Jay's

I'm a huge Buffs fan and proud to be one of the founders of the legendary Pearl Street Stamepedes that happen on the eve of every CU home football game.

Downtown Foodie with Local Table Tours

Downtown Boulder is small, but it is packed with great places to wine and dine, or just plain indulge. A weekend getaway can be punctuated by exploring our world class dining scene.

An Evening Downtown with The Little Jewel

Our store is situated by the play rocks and we love to see kids & parents enjoying time on the mall. If I’m going out to a show downtown, I always start the night with drinks at The Corner Bar.

Downtown Insider with OAK at Fourteenth

Every great downtown Boulder day starts off with a hot cup of coffee from one of the many amazing coffee shops like Ozo or Boxcar. Once I'm fully alert, I'd head out for a run along Boulder Creek Path.

Beer Me! with Savory Spice

Boulder County is truly the mecca for amazing craft beer and Downtown Boulder does not disappoint those looking to quench their thirst and imbibe some fine brews.

Girls' Day with Lindsay's Boulder Deli

I'm so passionate about Lindsay's Boulder Deli @ Haagen Dazs, but man, do we have some great restaurants and shopping in Downtown Boulder!

Downtown Insider with Mara Abbott

I love to ride early in the morning and race through downtown when the streets are still empty and quiet.

After Work with RE/MAX of Boulder

We’re wrapping up the work day at our office across from the courthouse, and we decide to take a leisurely walk down the Mall to work up an appetite.

Downtown Insider with West End Tavern

To this day, I'm enchanted by the sense of community and old-school Boulder vibe on display at Trident Booksellers & Cafe.

Summer Saturday with Heads Up, The Hat Cart

With a background in Film and English Lit, Chris Norris didn't foresee himself hanging out on the Pearl Street Mall and selling hats for 18 years and counting!

After Work with Food Lab

After work, you can't beat sitting on the Corrida rooftop and sipping a glass of wine.

Downtown Insider with Matt Segal

It doesn't get much better than morning coffee at Boxcar. They've perfected the art of cowboy style coffee, which is something I can really appreciate.

Weekend Escape with The Bradley Boulder Inn

For special occasions, we always recommend our guests experience the world-class hospitality of Frasca Food and Wine, just around the corner from The Bradley.

Beer Me with The Post Chicken & Beer

Boulder is a place that's maintained its character through the massive evolution that's happened in the last 10 years. Though there are some businesses that have come and gone, the overall vibe of Pearl Street and Downtown in general is still quintessentially "Boulder".

After Work with Boulder Book Store

After we're done at the store, the first order of business is always happy hour!

Refresh & Restore with Yoga Pearl

If you want a great start to the day, a noon refresher, afternoon exhilarator, or a relaxing evening yoga class, Yoga Pearl is your downtown yoga studio.

Downtown Insider with Fair Trade Winds

When I’m not at Fair Trade Winds you can probably find me enjoying one of the many trails we are fortunate to have here in Boulder, or taking in a show at the Boulder Theater.

Summer Saturday with The Heap Twins

Maryn & Colter Heap are some of the coolest in town! The twins started their Kids' Kritics blog as an exercise in real-life writing on a topic that they know best, Boulder food! Be sure to follow their blog to keep up with the adventures of the daring dining duo.

Downtown Insider with Frasca

When I am not at the restaurant I try to take advantage of everything Boulder has to offer, from the trails to fine dining.

Afternoon Stroll with Canoe Club

To start an afternoon stroll through downtown Boulder, Lolita's is a my first stop. It's right across the street from our shop down on 8th and Pearl, so their phenomenal sandwiches are my go-to.

After Work with The Corner Bar

On the big night we like to start out with some wine (her) and an old fashioned (me) at License No. 1. Once our spirits are lifted and our appetite has started to rise we take a stroll west down Pearl Street and more often than not end up at Zoe Ma Ma.

Summer Saturday with Liberty Puzzles

For me, a great day in Downtown Boulder starts off with a yoga class in one of the many studios Boulder has to offer.

Kidding Around with Organic Sandwich Company

A beautiful day on Pearl Street will inevitably lead us to get gelato at Fior Di Latte - we love both locations but we prefer the one on the east end because of its proximity to the best puzzle shop in the land.

Mountain Dweller with Zeal Optics

A perfect day in Boulder for me is any day that I get to explore in nature and get active in the mountains.

Girls' Day with Island Farm

For the ultimate girls' day, of course we love to start out at Island Farm!

After Work with Gelato Boy

When we finish up at our shops, we often stay downtown on or near Pearl St.

After Work with Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary & Supply

I love to walk around people watch, window shop and look at the architecture.

West End Insider with Envision Boulder

Our office is in a unique location, surrounded by some of the best food on Pearl and amazing shops.

A Day at the Office with Art Source International

It’s so wonderful to work downtown and be able to walk out the “office” and take advantage of the downtown businesses in the area.

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