Sunshine Canyon Travel Guide
Boulder
Visit Sunshine Canyon
Popular places to visit
University of Colorado Boulder
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Colorado Boulder, a top university in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Pearl Street Mall
Shop, dine or simply enjoy the atmosphere of Boulder's busy downtown shopping quarter. Relax by flower-filled gardens and let your children splash in the fountains.
Folsom Field
Catch an event at Folsom Field and enjoy other activities in Boulder such as cycling.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Boulder Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Boulder Theater during your stay in Boulder. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Chautauqua Park
Embark on gentle or rigorous hikes and photograph native wildlife at this popular city park. See cultural performances and learn about a historic education movement.
Boulder Reservoir
Explore the lovely green spaces of Boulder Reservoir and enjoy the cycling trails in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Rocky Mountains: Peak to Peak & Estes Park Small Group Tour
Boulder: Best of Boulder eBike Tour – City to Foothills
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking
Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado
Top hotels in Sunshine Canyon
The Westin Westminster
"Hotel is very large with numerous conference rooms and lots of nearby activities/restaurants. Coffee shop in lobby was great. Didn't try the restaurant but food looked good! DOWNSIDES: Paid parking - bit of a bummer, but only $15/day, and while parking up front is small, there is a rather large parking ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Boulderado
"Had a great stay, will definitely return."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Omni Interlocken
"Check in was fast and easy. Comfortable bed. Nice view. Pool was great. We really enjoyed the fire pit. The restaurant was good. Good location. Staff was knowledgeable about things to see and do."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Limelight Boulder
"We loved our time at the Limelight! The hotel is beautiful, the staff were all friendly and helpful, and the pool is so nice. I can’t wait to go back."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
HYATT house Boulder/Broomfield
"I have stayed at the Hyatt House in LA and Colorado, the services were great and much better than Hilton."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Denver/Westminster
"Very clean. Staff was very friendly!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sunshine Canyon
Central Boulder
If you're spending some time in Central Boulder, Boulder Theater and Pearl Street Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Boulder
While visiting Downtown Boulder, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Boulder Historic District and Pearl Street Mall.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Downtown Boulder Historic District and Dairy Center for the Arts are top sights worth seeing.
East Boulder
While visiting East Boulder, you might make a stop by sights like Boulder Creek and Rolando Campos.
Goss - Grove
If you're spending some time in Goss - Grove, Boulder Creek and Downtown Boulder Historic District are top sights worth seeing.
