By Experience the charm of “Nevada’s Garden City.” Known for being the gateway to the Hoover Dam, Boulder City also offers parks, wildlife tours, antique shops and more.
Start your visit by touring the Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum, located in the historic Boulder Dam Hotel. Learn about the building of the dam and its impact on the community via interactive exhibits that feature displays and artifacts.
Next, swing by the Southwest Diner for a delicious lunch. Try their Southwest fiesta salad, homemade chicken-salad sandwich or sample some of the local flavors like the Boulder burrito or chili relleno breakfast casserole.
As dusk approaches, head over to Veterans Memorial Park. Not only does the park boast a plethora of amenities like bike trails and horseshoe pits, it also offers a breathtaking view of the sunset.
Look for the bighorn sheep that graze at Hemenway Valley Park
They’ve been known to come down from the mountains to get some water and graze.
Shop for unique goods at Hacienda Interiors
Visit the historic Boulder Theatre, built in the 1930s
It was constructed in the Art Deco Style, considered cutting-edge at the time.
Take a mini vacation—at home!
Experience Boulder City with a cocktail inspired by the Coffee Cup Café and videos highlighting the destination.
Amaretto Mimosa
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1⁄2 cup almond liqueur
- 1⁄2 cup triple sec
- 1 (750 ml.) btle. champagne, chilled
In a large measuring cup with a pouring spout, stir together the first 3 ingredients. Cover and chill. Before serving, divide among 8 champagne flutes and top off with champagne.
Virtual tour: Boulder City Highlights
See some of the city’s attractions, from restaurants to the Hoover Dam, in videos posted by the Chamber of Commerce. Visit BoulderCityChamber.com/bc-video-tours-and-tidbits
