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.
Where to Eat in Boulder City
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Patio at Chilly Jilly'z (1680 Nevada Hwy) and Fox Smokehouse BBQ (930 Nevada Way) are great picks.
When to visit Boulder City
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″.
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 Boise and takes around 1h 49m.
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 Fox and Easirent, among others, in Las Vegas.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Boulder City, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From East Los Angeles, the bus ride to Boulder City takes 265 miles and will cost you around $100. From Santa Ana, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 345 miles.
Airports near Boulder City
Airlines serving Boulder City
Where to stay in Boulder City
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Boulder Dam Hotel and Lake Mead Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Boulder City
Most booked hotels in Boulder City
Renting a car in Boulder City
Renting a car in Boulder City costs $38 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Boulder City.
Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Boulder City is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.