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Mural Marathoning in Northern Colorado & Beyond

While it's true Colorado has an abundance of natural beauty, its urban landscapes are sprayed colorful with seemingly endless murals. Discover northern Colorado’s best works and get to know the stories and people that inspired these designs. You'll start your road trip in Lafayette, then meander across the region.

Sustainability Activity

Street Wise Arts

Street Wise Arts is a nonprofit located in Boulder that works to implement community art and mural projects. Through these initiatives, the organization seeks to empower youth, amplify cultural diversity and engage in social advocacy to increase dialogue within the community. You can support the organization by making a donation, or by sharing any of their murals to social media to keep the conversation going.

Day 1

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Colorful Community

Muralists Jaime Molina and Pedro Barrios are responsible for this remarkable piece, which celebrates and honors the diversity of community. The synergistic…

Itinerary Tip

Wait!

Before you go too far, see if you can spot another mural that resembles a shiny old photograph. If you’ve spotted it, then you’re looking at the town’s founder Mary Miller and her husband, Lafayette, the town’s namesake. This tile mosaic was installed by Barbara Jo Revelle back in 1997.

lunch

Post Brewing Co.

Post Brewing Company brews are delicious and purposefully designed to pair with our comfort food inspired menus. Featuring the best, buttermilk brined,…

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Head west from Lafayette to Boulder.

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Say Her Name, Cuban Culture and MMIW2S Murals

Behind the Boulder Theatre lies an alley full of murals dedicated to pushing the conversation forward on social justice and cultural diversity. The…

dinner

Frasca Food & Wine

Frasca is the creation of Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey and Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson. Their shared passion for Friuli-Venezia Giulian cuisine…

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Penfield Tate II by Detour 303

Most of Detour 303's pieces can't be met at face value - every figure he illustrates are real-life characters with stories waiting to be told. In this…

lodging

Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

The Hilton Garden Inn located in the heart of Boulder is where adventure awaits.  

With trendy, vibrant guest rooms, corner suites and inclusive…

Day 2

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Boxcar Coffee Roasters (Boulder)

Boxcar Coffee Roasters was established in 2010 in Boulder, Colorado by Vajra & Cara Rich. Together with roaster Janos Porps and a highly skilled…

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Untitled by Afro Triangle

Growing up, Adri Norris (Afro Triangle) didn't do well in history class. She couldn't find the relevance between her life and that of a historical figure…

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Santo

Santo is inspired by Chef Hosea Rosenberg's home Taos, New Mexico, and its Northern New Mexican cuisine.

Itinerary Tip

Tea Party

We’re spilling the tea on one of Boulder’s best-kept secrets: the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse. A celebrated landmark and colorful destination, this stunning Pearl Street tea house was shipped — yes, you read that right — from Tajikistan. Every element in the house was carved by hand and painted by a team of more than 40 artisans. This is a sight you don’t want to miss! After soaking it all in, make the drive to Longmont.

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Spirit of the Plains by Bryce Widom

Located in the heart of downtown Longmont, this mural was produced by self-taught painter Bryce Widom. Specializing in oil and pastel mediums, this…

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Now, drive from Longmont to Fort Collins for dinner.

dinner

Rare Italian

Delight in fresh, local and seasonal ingredients at this Fort Collins restaurant with delicious steaks and an extensive in-house wine list.

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Now, drive to Loveland.

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Art Tools Mural by J.C. Milner

When J.C. Milner was creating the concept for this project, he knew he wanted to showcase something that artists had in common with everyone: tools…

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Loveland Fort Collins

Ideally located among Loveland CO hotels, the brand new TownePlace Suites by Marriott Loveland is in the heart of downtown Loveland close to the Outlets…

Day 3

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Taste Local

Enjoy sweets or a savory meal made with fresh, local ingredients from Taste Local's from-scratch-focused kitchen.

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Head from Loveland to Fort Collins.

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Colores de la Comunidad by Armando Silva

Wanting to tell the story and challenges many indigenous communities face, a local nonprofit enlisted the help of Armando Silva to bring a 40-foot wall…

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The Exchange

Located in Old Town Fort Collins, The Exchange is more than just a creative, family restaurant; it's a community hub that offers events and live music…

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Horizon Line by KoCo Collab

Another dynamic duo that you'll find throughout Colorado is KoCo Collab, made up of artists Aiko Szymczak and Corinne Trujillo. Their mission is to…

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

It's time to motor on over to Greeley for dinner!

dinner

Meeker's, A Colorado Kitchen & Bar

Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, Meeker's is a favorite locals spot for good eats, artisanal cocktails and ice-cold beer.

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Now, pop in your car for a quick trip to Wellington. 

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Reclaimed by Nature by Joe Hamman

While he was home from college for the summer, artist Joe Hamman brought life into what used to be just a deserted lot. This refreshing design is an…

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

Head back to Fort Collins for the night.

lodging

The Elizabeth Hotel

The Elizabeth Hotel is where Fort Collins comes together. Situated in the center of Old Town, the cornerstone of Firehouse Alley, our Fort Collins hotel…

Day 4

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Little Bird Bakeshop

We see each day as an opportunity to share our passion for good food and drink with our community. Upon stepping through our doors you will be greeted…

Itinerary Tip

Hit the Road

After breakfast, noodle on over to Greeley.

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A Visual Resonance by Frank Garza

Artist Frank Garza's murals are known for their strong use of symbolism and distinct style of realism. In this piece, he fused vintage photographs with…

lunch

Luna's Tacos & Tequila

Quality and freshness are the pillars of what makes Luna's Greeley's favorite place for tacos & tequila.

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World and Whale by Betony Coons

When you look at this mural, you're looking at Greeley's 16th Street neighborhood through artist Betony Coons' eyes. Her art is heavily influenced by…

dinner

Meeker's, A Colorado Kitchen & Bar

Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, Meeker's is a favorite locals spot for good eats, artisanal cocktails and ice-cold beer.

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Courage

This collab between mural artists Armando Silva and Wes Sam-Bruce was the first time the two worked together. At the time the pair started to concept…

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Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park

Our DoubleTree by Hilton Greeley at Lincoln Park hotel is located next to the Union Colony Civic Center. With amenities designed for the savvy business…