Museum · Boulder

University of Colorado Museum of Natural History

Why Scout picked it

This museum is good for a free 1-2 hour educational outing, particularly for families with kids interested in natural history. It's best combined with a walk around the CU Boulder campus or a meal nearby.

While you're nearby

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NCAR Trail Head
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Royal Arch
Food & Drink
Southern Sun Pub & Brewery
Unpretentious gathering place for house brews & wines, plus standard pub grub offerings.
Outdoors
First Flatiron

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