8 Things You Didn’t Know About Boulder City

Many people know Boulder City as the gateway to the Hoover Dam, but there’s much more small-town charm to be found. From antique stores to touring a century-old mine, this place is filled with unique activities. Here are eight ways to spend a day enjoying some of the fun the city has to offer.

1. Stroll Charming Antique Shops  

The city has several quaint antique shops with just about everything you can imagine. Check out Bloom Boutiques, Back in Thyme,  Bella Marketplace and several boutique stores along the way. 

2. Discover Dining Spots for Any Occasion 

There’s no shortage of delicious meals at diner-style, mom-and-pop restaurants, including the Coffee Cup Cafe (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives), Southwest Diner, Boulder Pit Stop and more. From craft beers at Boulder Dam Brewing Company to steak dinners at DeSimone’s Steakhouse, there’s a wide range of dining options.   

3. Travel Back in Time with a Train Ride 

Take a peek into the history of train travel in Nevada at  Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City  and hop aboard for a 35-minute train ride. 

4. Tour a Piece of America’s Gold Mining Past 

Twenty-six miles outside of town, in Nelson, Nevada, is the historical Techatticup Mine, the oldest gold mine in Southern Nevada. Eldorado Canyon Mine Tours offers historic tours of the mine, photo shoots and movie backdrops. 

5. Enjoy Water Activities at the Nation’s Largest Reservoir 

Find fun for everyone just a 5-minute drive away at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, including jet skiing, boating, fishing, and paddle boarding. 

6. Spot a Southwestern Icon 

On the path toward Lake Mead is Hemenway Valley Park, adjacent to a mountainside that is also home to dozens of bighorn sheep that graze in the park most afternoons. 

7. Kayak Through Sparkling Blue Waters 

Go on an adventure and explore scenic Lake Mead and the Colorado River. Take a guided kayaking tour with Desert Adventures and really make some waves!  

8. Experience a National Treasure 

And last, but definitely not least, the man-made wonder that can’t be missed. You can do much more than just take pictures. Take a Hoover Dam tour inside the facility. Or check out the visitor center and learn about the history of the dam. You can also take a helicopter tour from Las Vegas and make it a day trip. 

Now that you know more about Boulder City and the many things it has to offer, plan your trip and explore places to stay and must-see attractions.