# Kid-friendly places in Boulder

73 listed places in Boulder: 43 playgrounds and things to do, 23 restaurants and 7 hotels. Each lists high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus and wheelchair access where known.

Last updated 2026-10-21, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## Narrower lists

- [Kid-friendly restaurants in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/restaurants) (23)
- [Family-friendly hotels in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/hotels) (7)
- [Playgrounds and things to do with kids in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/playgrounds) (43)
- [Places with high chairs in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-high-chairs) (18)
- [Restaurants with a kids' menu in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-kids-menu) (17)
- [Hotels with a pool in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-a-pool) (6)
- [Hotels with a fridge in the room in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-a-fridge) (3)
- [Hotels with a separate bedroom in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-a-separate-bedroom) (3)
- [Parks and playgrounds with restrooms in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-restrooms) (17)
- [Shaded playgrounds and parks in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/colorado/boulder/with-shade) (12)

## Guides

- [Playgrounds for a whole afternoon in Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/guides/united-states/colorado/boulder/playgrounds-for-a-whole-afternoon): 8 playgrounds in Boulder with a restroom and picnic tables right there, so you can stay a while.

## Places

1. [Foothills Community Park Playgrounds](https://ourplayday.com/places/foothills-community-park-playgrounds-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Several connected play areas with musical pieces and things to climb.
2. [Salberg Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/salberg-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Sand diggers, climbing ropes and rocks to scramble on.
3. [East Boulder Community Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/east-boulder-community-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Dinosaur-themed playground with lawns around it for a picnic.
4. [Harlow Platts Community Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/harlow-platts-community-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Playground by a lake path.
5. [North Boulder Park Playground and Tot Track](https://ourplayday.com/places/north-boulder-park-playground-and-tot-track-boulder) (playground, Boulder). A tiny bike track beside the playground for laps on wheels.
6. [Scott Carpenter Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/scott-carpenter-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). A space-themed playground with a rocket ship, an asteroid to climb and a sand crater to dig in.
7. [Valmont Bike Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/valmont-bike-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Small playground at the bike park, near the areas for new riders.
8. [A-Lodge Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/a-lodge-boulder-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Cabins and suites by a creek in a canyon, some with kitchens.
9. [Basecamp Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/basecamp-boulder-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Hotel with a game room of board games, giant Jenga and ping-pong.
10. [Christensen Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/christensen-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Playhouse, climbing ropes and a log bridge for ages 3 to 12, with a water pump in summer.
11. [Dakota Ridge Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/dakota-ridge-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Dinosaur footprints and fossils to track down between climbs, for the kid who is deep in a dinosaur phase.
12. [Eben G Fine Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/eben-g-fine-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Climbing structures and sand play near the creek.
13. [Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/embassy-suites-by-hilton-boulder-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Suites with room to spread out, breakfast included and a rooftop pool.
14. [Homewood Suites by Hilton Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/homewood-suites-by-hilton-boulder-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Kitchens in the rooms and an outdoor pool, set up for a longer stay.
15. [Martin Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/martin-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Separate play structures for younger and older kids, beside a lawn and a creek path.
16. [Museum of Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/museum-of-boulder-boulder) (museum, Boulder). The Playzeum and the Google Garage are hands-on, so kids can play and build their way through the local history.
17. [St Julien Hotel and Spa](https://ourplayday.com/places/st-julien-hotel-and-spa-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Hotel near the Pearl Street mall, with rooms that sleep four.
18. [Chautauqua Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/chautauqua-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Pint-sized Flatirons to climb and a mini auditorium, so kids can scale a mountain and then put on a show.
19. [Elks Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/elks-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Log slides, balancing stumps and a zipline-style ride, more forest than playground.
20. [Emma Gomez Martinez Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/emma-gomez-martinez-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Nature-style climbing structures with a shady lawn.
21. [Melody Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/melody-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Playground for ages 2 to 12 with slides and rope climbing.
22. [Southern Sun Pub and Brewery](https://ourplayday.com/places/southern-sun-pub-and-brewery-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Brewpub with board games and books at the table.
23. [Tantra Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/tantra-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Two sets of play equipment, one for small kids and one for older, near open lawn and paths.
24. [Backcountry Pizza and Tap House](https://ourplayday.com/places/backcountry-pizza-and-tap-house-boulder) (pizzeria, Boulder). Pizza and tap house with big pizzas and Italian plates.
25. [Bohemian Biergarten](https://ourplayday.com/places/bohemian-biergarten-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Central European beer hall with shared plates and long communal tables.
26. [Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse](https://ourplayday.com/places/boulder-dushanbe-teahouse-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). A teahouse with decorated ceilings and a garden outside, so kids have plenty to look up at while you wait for food.
27. [Boulder Marriott](https://ourplayday.com/places/boulder-marriott-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Full-service hotel with an indoor pool.
28. [Chautauqua Dining Hall](https://ourplayday.com/places/chautauqua-dining-hall-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Restaurant with a wraparound porch, near the playground in the park.
29. [Foolish Craigs Cafe](https://ourplayday.com/places/foolish-craigs-cafe-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Crepes and breakfast you put together your way.
30. [Gateway Park Fun Center](https://ourplayday.com/places/gateway-park-fun-center-boulder) (park, Boulder). Mini golf, an arcade, a maze and go-karts in one spot. Solo drivers must be 9 and 58 inches.
31. [Mountain Sun Pub and Brewery](https://ourplayday.com/places/mountain-sun-pub-and-brewery-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Brewpub with grilled cheese and burgers on the menu.
32. [Pasta Jays - Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/pasta-jays-boulder-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Italian restaurant with pizza and pasta on Pearl Street.
33. [Pearl Street Mall Play Sculptures](https://ourplayday.com/places/pearl-street-mall-play-sculptures-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Animal sculptures and climbing rocks spread along the pedestrian mall, so kids have something to scramble on between shops.
34. [Pineview Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/pineview-park-playground-boulder) (playground, Boulder). Neighborhood playground with slides.
35. [Pizzeria Alberico - Former Pizzeria Locale](https://ourplayday.com/places/pizzeria-alberico-former-pizzeria-locale-boulder) (pizzeria, Boulder). Wood-fired pizza and gelato.
36. [Postino Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/postino-boulder-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Casual restaurant with bright decor and plates to share.
37. [River and Woods](https://ourplayday.com/places/river-and-woods-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Comfort-food restaurant with a relaxed backyard.
38. [Snooze - Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/snooze-boulder-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Breakfast spot with pancake flights and bright morning plates.
39. [The Buff Restaurant](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-buff-restaurant-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Breakfast spot with pancakes and omelettes.
40. [The Parkway Cafe](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-parkway-cafe-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Diner with pancakes and Mexican breakfast plates.
41. [The Sink](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-sink-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Pizza and burger spot with colorful painted walls.
42. [Walnut Cafe - Original Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/walnut-cafe-original-boulder-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Funny-face pancakes and kid-sized portions at breakfast and lunch.
43. [Boulder Farmers Market](https://ourplayday.com/places/boulder-farmers-market-boulder) (attraction, Boulder). Farmers market with local produce, food to eat and live music.
44. [Boulder Main Library - Childrens Area](https://ourplayday.com/places/boulder-main-library-childrens-area-boulder) (library, Boulder). Library kids' area with reading nooks, close to the playground.
45. [Chautauqua Ranger Cottage Nature Center](https://ourplayday.com/places/chautauqua-ranger-cottage-nature-center-boulder) (nature area, Boulder). Small nature center with an animal exhibit room and discovery packs to borrow.
46. [Fiske Planetarium](https://ourplayday.com/places/fiske-planetarium-boulder) (science center, Boulder). Planetarium with dome films and astronomy shows, some picked for young kids.
47. [NSF NCAR Mesa Lab Visitor Center](https://ourplayday.com/places/nsf-ncar-mesa-lab-visitor-center-boulder) (science center, Boulder). Hands-on exhibits on how weather works: clouds, hurricanes and the Sun.
48. [Rincon Argentino](https://ourplayday.com/places/rincon-argentino-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Argentine empanadas, for a quick meal or a picnic.
49. [Rosetta Hall](https://ourplayday.com/places/rosetta-hall-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Food hall with several cuisines under one roof, and a rooftop in warmer months.
50. [Arapahoe Ridge Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/arapahoe-ridge-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a playground for toddlers and older kids.
51. [Arrowwood Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/arrowwood-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a playground for toddlers and older kids.
52. [Avanti Food and Beverage - Boulder](https://ourplayday.com/places/avanti-food-and-beverage-boulder-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Two-floor food hall with several stalls to choose from.
53. [Avery Brewing Taproom and Restaurant](https://ourplayday.com/places/avery-brewing-taproom-and-restaurant-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Brewery with a big beer garden and a restaurant menu.
54. [Barker Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/barker-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a toddler playground.
55. [Bill Bower Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/bill-bower-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
56. [Boulder Reservoir Regional Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/boulder-reservoir-regional-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park on the reservoir with a playground.
57. [Civic Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/civic-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
58. [Columbine Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/columbine-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
59. [East Palo Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/east-palo-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a toddler playground.
60. [Elmer's Two Mile Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/elmer-s-two-mile-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
61. [Evert Pierson Kids Fishing Pond](https://ourplayday.com/places/evert-pierson-kids-fishing-pond-boulder) (attraction, Boulder). A fishing pond kept for kids 12 and under.
62. [Greenleaf Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/greenleaf-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
63. [Hotel Boulderado](https://ourplayday.com/places/hotel-boulderado-boulder) (hotel, Boulder). Historic hotel in the middle of downtown.
64. [Howard Heuston Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/howard-heuston-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
65. [Junkyard Social Club - Open Play](https://ourplayday.com/places/junkyard-social-club-open-play-boulder) (attraction, Boulder). An adventure playground of repurposed junk, indoors and out, where kids build, climb and invent.
66. [Keewaydin Meadows Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/keewaydin-meadows-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a playground for toddlers and older kids.
67. [Moes Broadway Bagel - Broadway](https://ourplayday.com/places/moes-broadway-bagel-broadway-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Bagel shop with spreads and breakfast sandwiches.
68. [Osakas Restaurant](https://ourplayday.com/places/osakas-restaurant-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Ramen and Japanese dishes, with a kids' menu.
69. [Shanahan Ridge Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/shanahan-ridge-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Neighborhood park with a playground.
70. [The Rayback Collective](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-rayback-collective-boulder) (restaurant, Boulder). Food truck park with rotating trucks and outdoor tables.
71. [Tom Watson Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/tom-watson-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park with a playground for toddlers and older kids.
72. [Valmont City Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/valmont-city-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Big park with play equipment, a bike park, a skate park, a dog park and a small pond.
73. [Wonderland Lake Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/wonderland-lake-park-boulder) (park, Boulder). Park by the lake with a playground for toddlers and older kids.

## About this list

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