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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19.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Canoeing PO Box 3365, Englewood, CO 80155 MoreLess Info
Centennial Canoe Outfitters provides fully outfitted and guided boat trip adventures on rivers in three states. They also offer sea kayaking in the islands and multi-sport excursions internationally with zip lines, rafting and jungle hiking.
19.7 Miles
100% 31 votes
Hiking Trails 4th St & Mapleton Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302 MoreLess Info
Recommended for intermediate to advanced hikers, Mt. Sanitas Trail offers visitors a scenic dirt trail that leads up the side of the mountain. Visitors are welcome to bring their dogs on the trail if they are leashed.
19.9 Miles
91% 362 votes
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Fun City

Family Fun Center 9670 West Coal Mine Ave., Littleton, CO 80123 MoreLess Info
With Laser Tag, Go Karts, a three-storey Foam Factory to minitaure golf course, arcade games and a climbing rock wall, Fun City has multiple entertainment and fun activities in store for its visitors.
19.9 Miles
92% 39 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120 MoreLess Info
South Platte Park & the Carson Nature Center are located adjacent to the South Platte River and encompass multiple walking and biking trails, lakes which are open for fishing and a wildlife reserve. At the Center, one can find many informative wildlife exhibits.
19.9 Miles
77% 285 votes
Movie Theaters 7301 S Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO MoreLess Info
New releases along with family and independent films are shown at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema which offers seven individual screens. The theater is also equipped to handle 3-D and high-frame-rate showings when they are available for select movies.
20.0 Miles
97% 33 votes
Playgrounds 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial, CO 80112 MoreLess Info
Centennial Center Park is an 11-acre area that features a coffee shelter, large shelters, and an amphitheater. Guests may reserve the facilities at this location, which also hosts large events throughout the year.
20.1 Miles
67% 9 votes
Recreation Centers 310 Quail Road, Longmont, CO 80501 MoreLess Info
Offering the community a variety of fitness classes, Longmont Recreation Center provides cardio, aquatic, and yoga classes. In addition to a pool, the center has a steam room for visitors to relax in.
20.2 Miles
60% 35 votes
National & State Parks 3525 Colorado 119, Longmont, CO MoreLess Info
St. Vrain State Park is a family-friendly outdoor destination that educates those who visit. The park features a friendly staff who helps visitors learn about the local wildlife, and the park is a popular spot for photography, bird watching and sight-seeing.
20.3 Miles
93% 82 votes
History Museums 400 Quail Road, Longmont, CO 80501 MoreLess Info
Permanent exhibits at Longmont Museum include the Interactive Gallery which offers many hands-on activities for kids, a pocket exhibit about space exploration and a gallery which features works by regional and national artists. The Cultural Center nearby houses waterslides and pools.
20.3 Miles
89% 132 votes
Amusement Parks (Kids) 6901 South Peoria Street, Centennial, CO 80112 MoreLess Info
Centennial, Colorado is home to Lollipop Park, an indoor carnival that is a popular spot for children's birthday parties. Toddlers are welcome. There is also a Lollipop Park location in Denver.
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