Shoe shopping in Boulder sorts itself by what you're after: a running fit, something you can walk in all day, artisan work, a quick family run, or footwear built for the trail. The addresses below come from published operator listings, checked on September 7, 2026.
Running shoes and fittings
Fleet Feet Boulder is at 2775 Pearl Street. Its store page says the store was originally Boulder Running Company, which is worth knowing if someone gives you directions using the old name. The shop carries running shoes and gear and does personalized outfitting, and the store page links local inventory.
Everyday walking and comfort
Pedestrian Shops is on the mall at 1425 Pearl Street. The retailer's categories cover walking, hiking, sandals and casual shoes, so it's a reasonable first stop when you're on your feet all day and not training for anything. The current store locator lists Boulder and Denver locations.
Artisan footwear and accessories
Two Sole Sisters is at 1703 Pearl Street. Laurel and Lindsey Tate established the store in 2008, and Deirdre Mangine took ownership in 2024. Artisan footwear and accessories are the focus, per the shop's about page.
Family shopping at Twenty Ninth Street
Famous Footwear, a family footwear chain, has a Twenty Ninth Street store at 1600 28th Street, Suite 1204. The operator's locator page lists the store along with shopping options.
Outdoor and technical footwear
REI Boulder is at 1789 28th Street, and technical and outdoor footwear are among the products it carries. The store page notes in-store shopping and pickup for online orders.
Before you buy
- Bring the socks you'll actually wear with the shoes. A thin dress sock and a cushioned running sock don't leave the same room in the toe box.
- If you use orthotics, bring them along and ask the staff how they work with the pair you're trying.
- Confirm your size in the store instead of trusting the number printed in your last pair.
- Ask about the return policy before you wear a pair outside. Once the outsole has picked up grit from the sidewalk, the answer can be different.
Hours and services change, so check each store's own page before you drive over.
Related reading: our guide to Boulder toy stores.
Editorial update: September 7, 2026 by Your Boulder. Original author: Your Boulder Staff.
