Things to Do with Kids in Thornton, CO

  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
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17.0 Miles
91% 22 votes
Mini Golf 5150 S Windermere Street, Littleton, CO 80120 MoreLess Info
Colorado Journey Miniature Golf features two 18 hole miniature golf courses. Each course has a different theme, offering scenic decorations and landscaping. Colorado Journey also maintains a shop and snack bar.
17.0 Miles
71% 42 votes
History Museums 987 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden, CO 80401 MoreLess Info
Buffalo Bill Memorial Museum is features a variety of exhibits and artifacts about the history of Native Americans and cowboys. The museum features exhibits on Wild West performers and the grave site of Buffalo Bill.
17.1 Miles
86% 1493 votes
History Museums 987-1/2 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden, CO 80401 MoreLess Info
Buffalo Bill Museum houses William F. Cody memorabilia who was nicknamed 'Buffalo Bill' for his buffalo hunting skills, as well as a number of other exhibits which feature Native Indian artifacts and old Western firearms. The Grave offers scenic views of the nearby Great Plains and the Rockies.
17.1 Miles
82% 11 votes
Golf 3609 South Dawson, Aurora, CO 80014 MoreLess Info
Previously a country club, Meadow Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course with four sets of tees. Golfers who come to the site can take advantage of its driving range and pro shop.
17.2 Miles
81% 21 votes
Parks 1103 Highway 26, Golden, CO 80401 MoreLess Info
Offering around nine miles of hiking trails, the Matthews/Winters Park features a variety of amenities. The scenic park is a popular destination for hikers, bikers, and joggers, and features public restrooms.
17.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
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Matthews Winters Park

Hiking Trails 1103 Hwy 26, Golden, CO 80401 MoreLess Info
Matthews Winters Park is a nature park that has opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, and picnicking. The park also has a hiking trail and a visitor center.
17.3 Miles
89% 19 votes
Playgrounds 20100 E Jewell Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 MoreLess Info
Great Plains Park is a 50 acre park featuring a water sprayground. Attractions include a playground, a baseball field, a large open field, a half-court basketball court, and two sheltered seating areas.
17.3 Miles
75% 8 votes
Bowling 5485 S. Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121 MoreLess Info
A traditional bowling center, AMF Broadway Lanes features 32 lanes used for open bowling and league play. The center offers a bar with televisions for sports viewing, pool tables, video games and a snack bar.
17.4 Miles
68% 22 votes
Horseback Riding 5547 S. Paker rd. Aurora, CO 80014, Aurora, CO MoreLess Info
At the 12 Mile Stables, visitors are able to enjoy horseback rides to sites like Cherry Creek Park. Riders who are less experienced can receive instruction from the location's training staff.
17.5 Miles
57% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 4201 S. Parker Road, Aurora, CO 80014 MoreLess Info
Chatfield Stables offer supervised horseback and hay rides through a variety of scenic trails which offer beautiful views of the Platte River and the surrounding landscape. They also offer riding lessons to those interested.
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