Denver, CO
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Denver
Looking for things to do in Denver with kids? We have mapped 88 family-friendly places across the area, from museums and educational attractions (14), arcades (10) and trampoline parks (9).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Denver. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 10/30/2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Denver
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 27 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in Denver
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 5 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in Denver
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
Browse by category in Denver
10 categories, 88 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Denver
8 of 88, ordered by distance from Denver.
Museo de las Americas
Accepts ROAMMuseo de las Americas is a museum dedicated to Latin American art, spanning ancient, folk, and contemporary works. Families visiting find three to five major…
Clyfford Still Museum
Accepts ROAMA museum in Denver housing the paintings of twentieth-century artist Clyfford Still. Nine galleries display his abstract works, with the building itself designed…
Denver Art Museum
Accepts ROAMThe Denver Art Museum is a large art museum spread across three connected buildings, the Hamilton, Martin, and Kirkland, holding more than 70,000 works across 12…
Museum of Illusions
Museum of Illusions in Denver, Colorado features perspective-changing rooms, mind-bending installations, and optical illusions designed to create visual and…
Boomerang
Boomerang is a looping roller coaster at Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park in Denver. The park’s ride page identifies it among the park’s thrill rides; operating…
History Colorado
Accepts Time TravelersHistory Colorado runs eleven museums and historic sites across the state, with the main location in Denver. Families can explore exhibits on Colorado history and…
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
Accepts NARMThe Museum of Contemporary Art/Denver (MCA) is an innovative forum for contemporary art that inspires and challenges all audiences, creating understanding and…
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo is an 80-acre wildlife park with more than 2,500 animals, giving kids an up-close look at species from around the world. Beyond the exhibits, the zoo…
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Denver?
We list 88 kid-friendly places in Denver, led by museums and educational attractions (14) and arcades (10). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Denver for free?
5 of the places we list in Denver are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Denver when it is raining?
There are 27 indoor places in Denver, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.