Overview
Longmont is a city of about 100,000 in North Central Colorado. The city lies in Boulder and Weld counties 30 mi north-northwest of the Denver.
1 sights · 4 things to do · 3 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Longmont
Prospect New Town
A new-urbanism village in south Longmont. It brings back the old ideas of community, walkability, mixed use, and originality that pre-war neighborhoods had, and suburbs of the modern times did not have. Prospect has cute…
Fox Hill Golf Course
Twin Peaks Golf Course
Sunset Park Golf Course
Ute Creek Golf Course
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 88°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Boulder)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- BJC Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Denver — 18 mi away. Directions
- DEN Denver International Airport, Denver — 31 mi away (major hub). Directions
Sheridan Blvd. north/south US 287 off of reference Colfax Blvd., Denver.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Prospect New Town, Fox Hill Golf Course, Twin Peaks Golf Course
- Lunch Oskar Blues Home Made Liquids & Solids
- Afternoon Sunset Park Golf Course, Ute Creek Golf Course
- Dinner Jefe’s Tacos and Tequila
- Evening Lefthand Brewery
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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Understand
- Municipal government website.
Get in
By car
Sheridan Blvd. north/south US 287 off of reference Colfax Blvd., Denver.
By plane
- The nearest airport providing regular commercial service is Denver International Airport (DIA)
- Vance Brand Airport in Longmont provides access to private aircraft only.
By train
There is no commuter rail service.
By bus
Regular bus service between Longmont and other Denver metropolitan cities is available through RTD-Denver. National bus service is available through Greyhound.
Get around
The Regional L/LX/LNX, Boulder Jump Local routes 23rd St - Main to Ken Pratt 324/323/327/326.
See
See Prospect New Town
A new-urbanism village in south Longmont. It brings back the old ideas of community, walkability, mixed use, and originality that pre-war neighborhoods had, and suburbs of the modern times did not have. Prospect has cute little cafes among beautiful modern condos and nice quaint parks!
Do
Do Fox Hill Golf Course
Do Twin Peaks Golf Course
Do Sunset Park Golf Course
Do Ute Creek Golf Course
Eat
Eat Oskar Blues Home Made Liquids & Solids
Scratch-made southern style food and 43 craft beer taps.
Eat Pumphouse Brewery
Typical brewery food and beers. Fun spot for families or couples.
Eat Jefe’s Tacos and Tequila
Tex-Mex food in a bright building with loud hip-hop music. Good selection of food.
Drink
Drink Lefthand Brewery
Sample the wide selection of brews Lefthand has to offer and take home a growler of your favorite.
Drink The Tasty Weasel
Inside the Oskar Blues Brewery, take a tour, sample some beers, and take home some cans. For the kiddos, try the root beer. Tasty!
Sleep
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