REI Boulder is the city's flagship outdoor gear retailer, conveniently located near the 29th Street Mall corridor. Free WiFi is available in-store — handy for reading gear reviews, comparing products, or checking trail conditions while you shop. It's not a place to sit and work, but the WiFi is reliable for in-store …

Whole Foods on Pearl Street in east Boulder is more than a grocery store — it has a decent-sized seating area near the prepared foods section where you can grab lunch or a snack and stay connected with free WiFi. It's a practical pick if you're already in the east Pearl Street corridor and need a quick internet stop. …