- TripBuzz found 301 things to do with kids in or near Denver, Colorado, including 280 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Littleton, Golden, Aurora and Wheat Ridge.
- From Coors Field to Invesco Field at Mile High, the Denver area offers 89 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Sports Stadiums (Professional), Movie Theaters and National & State Parks.
- As the capital of, and most populated city within, the state of Colorado, the city of Denver has much to offer. The thriving community offers breathtaking mountain views, a stunning skyline and many attractions. Known for it's cultural diversity and contemporary way of life, the city's music venues and museums are among the most popular, as is the sports scene with the city being home to the famed Denver Broncos.
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Bunking gear, horse-drawn fire trucks, and hands-on fire safety activities exhibited inside a 1909-built former fire station
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Built in 1930, Mayan Theatre is a three-screen movie theater that displays independent and foreign films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a bar, theater rentals for private events and a cafe.
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The home of several local attractions, tourists can spend the entire day at City Park. Along with the Denver Zoo, this site is home to the Colorado Museum of Natural History. Outdoor activities such as tennis and baseball can also be enjoyed at this local park.
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At Lakeside Amusement Park, visitors find a wide variety of rides including trains, a merry-go-round, a drop tower, bumper cars, and many spinning rides. Visitors can also find carnival-style food.
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Operating over a land space of 63 acres in the middle of downtown Denver, Elitch Gardens Theme Park is the only downtown theme and waterpark in America. It is open from May through October and has live entertainment, dining, shopping, and 50 different rides.
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With a theme park, water park, and live entertainment from new teen stars, Elitch Gardens has something for everyone. The park hosts school trips, company picnics, and offers season passes for fun throughout the whole summer.
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A part of the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies, Mount Evans is accessible by road and offers a scenic drive with panoramic views of the surroundings. Visitors can also choose to hike all the way to the summit.
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With more than 15,000 different species of plants, the Dever Botanic Gardens house one of North America's largest plant collections. The premises also include multiple themed gardens, a conservatory and an amphitheater.
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1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204
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The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit theatre organization that dedicates itself to creating experiences through live entertainment. The center offers acting classes for children, teens, and adults.
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Historical buildings and tree-lined streets enhance the beauty of the University of Denver. A quick drive from both downtown and the Rocky Mountains, there are many activities on campus for visitors to enjoy. This includes athletics, music and theater productions.
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7711 East Academy Blvd., Denver, CO 80220
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The Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is located in the former Hangar 1 on land that once belonged to the Lowry Air Force Base. Artifacts span the history of aeronautic and aerospace fields within Colorado and the United States.