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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Boulder City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Boulder City

With a population of 15,023, Boulder City is a must-see destination in Nevada, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boulder City to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Boulder City

Grand Canyon Experience
Tours•Sightseeing

Where to Eat in Boulder City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fox Smokehouse BBQ (930 Nevada Way) and The Patio at Chilly Jilly'z (1680 Nevada Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Boulder City

Boulder City in June
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boulder City in June
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Boulder City in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 102.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 0.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Boulder City, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Boulder City

Plane

When flying to Boulder City, you’ll arrive at Las Vegas Boulder City (BLD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Boulder City departs from San Jose and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Boulder City is to pick up a car rental from Las Vegas, which is about 22 miles from Boulder City. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Las Vegas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Boulder City, including LuxXpress, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Boulder City takes 380 miles and will cost you around $35. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 560 miles.

Plane

When flying to Boulder City, you’ll arrive at Las Vegas Boulder City (BLD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Boulder City departs from San Jose and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Boulder City is to pick up a car rental from Las Vegas, which is about 22 miles from Boulder City. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Las Vegas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Boulder City, including LuxXpress, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Boulder City takes 380 miles and will cost you around $35. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 560 miles.

Airports near Boulder City

IFPBullhead City Laughlin Bullhead
BLDLas Vegas Boulder City
LASLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Airlines serving Boulder City

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,128 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,955 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,391 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Boulder City

Most booked hotels in Boulder City

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Boulder Dam Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1845 reviews)
$92+
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The Sands Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 956 reviews)
$94+
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El Rancho Boulder Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 633 reviews)
$85+
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Best Western Hoover Dam Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1578 reviews)
$114+
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Hoover Dam Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.6, 2608 reviews)
$92+
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Lake Mead Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1052 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Boulder City

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Boulder City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boulder City, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Boulder City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boulder City, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

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