Fun Things to Do with Kids in Denver
Looking for things to do in Denver with kids? We have mapped 119 family-friendly places across the area, from arcadess (14), museums & educational attractions (14) and amusement parks (13).
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.
Indoor activities for kids in Denver
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 31 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
12 categories, 119 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Denver
8 of 119, ordered by distance from Denver.
A museum in Denver housing the paintings of twentieth-century artist Clyfford Still. Nine galleries display his abstract works, with the building itself designed…
View place
Museo de las Americas is a museum dedicated to Latin American art, spanning ancient, folk, and contemporary works. Families visiting find three to five major…
View place
View place
History Colorado runs eleven museums and historic sites across the state, with the main location in Denver. Families can explore exhibits on Colorado history and…
View place
Margaret “Molly” Brown is the amazing and spirited woman who survived the sinking of the Titanic and earned the title of Heroine of the Titanic ! The Brown’s home…
View place
Museum of Illusions in Denver, Colorado features perspective-changing rooms, mind-bending installations, and optical illusions designed to create visual and…
Nearby cities
The closest other places we cover.
Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Denver?
We list 119 kid-friendly places in Denver, led by arcadess (14) and museums & educational attractions (14). 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 31 indoor places in Denver, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.