Loveland City Guide

Food options include local Colorado dishes and international cuisine like Mexican and Italian. Vegetarian and vegan choices are available. Most places close by 9 or 10 PM.

Nightlife mainly involves local breweries and pubs. There are few bars and no big club scene.

A growing coffee scene with several local cafes and chains focusing on specialty brews.

Tipping is expected in the US for most services. Usually 15-20% for restaurants and rideshares.

You can get SIM cards at AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile stores or electronics shops like Best Buy. ID is required for post-paid plans. Pre-paid plans need less info.

Loveland is clean with good waste management and recycling.

Few places open 24/7 outside of some stores and gas stations. Late-night clinics or food options are rare.

Groceries are available at King Soopers, Safeway, and Sprouts. Stores open early and stay open until late evening, including Sundays. You won't need to bargain here.

Most places accept credit and debit cards. Cash is rarely needed here.

ATMs are common at banks like Chase and Wells Fargo, and in many grocery stores. Using out-of-network ATMs may cost $2.50 to $5.00 per transaction.

Public schools are under Thompson School District with English instruction. There are no international schools.

There isn't a strong or visible digital nomad community. Few meetups or co-living spaces exist.

Lots of parks, trails, and lakes offering green spaces for outdoor activities.

Good trails and park paths for running, with scenic routes around Boyd Lake. Safe during the day, though wildfire smoke can affect air quality in fall.

Multiple gyms with a mix of public and private options.

Public tennis courts are at city parks. Mostly hard courts with some coaching available.

Padel courts are not available.

Several yoga studios offer classes in English, with options for drop-ins and memberships.

Several gyms offer BJJ, Karate, Taekwondo, and Boxing with English-speaking instructors.

Nearby ski resorts like Eldora and Winter Park are about 1.5 to 2.5 hours away. Snow quality is good with runs for all levels and equipment rentals available.

Kayaking and paddleboarding are possible at nearby lakes in warmer months.

No surfing due to being landlocked.

No diving or snorkeling options here.

McKee Medical Center and Banner Health Urgent Care serve the area. Most staff speak English. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are common and open regular hours.

Tap water meets all safety standards and is fine to drink.

There are many playgrounds, parks, kid-friendly cafes, and the Loveland Museum. Baby supplies are easy to find.

The city is generally accepting with legal protections in place, but has a smaller LGBTQ+ scene compared to larger cities.

Pets are welcome in many parks and some restaurants. There are dog parks and pet stores, plus vet clinics.