Top Rated Shopping in Boulder

If you find puzzles challenging then drop in at the Liberty Puzzles LLC. Here you will find all types of classic wooden jigsaw puzzles related to fine art, vintage prints, americana and impressionism. They are available in various sizes ranging from extra small size to extra large size. The wooden puzzles are made with real maple-veneer plywood and fine archival paper and inks. All pieces are different and no two look alike. Also, Liberty Puzzles are locally manufactured. The puzzle pieces are cut intricately by a laser and have smooth edges. The larger puzzles would make family vacations and holidays a lot more fun.

Rebecca's Apothecary brings the bounty of Mother Earth's herbs, spices and plants to historic downtown Boulder. The shop has botanical medicine and oils or the body, tea and herbal blends alongside a wide range of products for kids and expecting mothers. All of the product manufacturers strive to use the best ingredients as possible sans pesticides or toxins, and the shop tries to utilize products that are made sustainably. In addition to great products, Rebecca's also hosts workshops and classes, some interesting ones include Tincture Making, Herb Walks, Skin Care and Children's education. Check website for calendar and details.

A full three stories on the west end of the Pearl Street Mall, this store has won the hearts of Boulderites and visitors alike. It boasts a particularly fine selection of children's books, fiction, biography, spirituality and Eastern Religion titles, though this is only a fraction of the myriad of genres that overflow from the shelves. In addition to books, there is also a large collection of periodicals (both used and new) and the shop often hosts lectures from authors and prominent figures on certain evenings. Check website for details.

Crystal Ski Shop is the go-to place for all things related to snow and the environs in which you find it. From winter apparel and skis to classes, repair and fitness, Crystal covers it all. The selection is varied and they carry all the name brands like Rossignol, Crescent Moon and Giro in addition to many others. Prices are varied as well, and the shop is always running special deals. You can also rent skis and snowshoes, get discount lift tickets and repair any of your equipment. The shop is open during the winter season only, so check website for opening dates and hours.

Twice a week local farmers from the surrounding area set up shop on the streets of downtown and offer loads of fresh produce, eggs, honey and other delicacies too good to pass up. On occasion Colorado wine, fresh roasted green chilies and tempting breads are also for sale. Bring an empty stomach and a full wallet, and spend the afternoon browsing and bartering, or enjoy a picnic in the park behind the market. In the fall, ripe Colorado peaches are an especially succulent treat.

If you are in search of the perfect souvenir that captures the magic of your Colorado visit, but cannot seem to find anything other than shot glasses, coasters, and moccasins, wander into this memento center. As the name implies, this shop sells nothing but keepsakes that are 100 percent Colorado. Featuring the work of more than 400 Colorado artisans and craftspeople, the eclectic shop carries the expected and the unusual. Ute and Navajo Indian pottery, aspen wood walking sticks and vases, Colorado screensavers, gold panning kits, books, posters and music are all in abundance.