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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8.3 Miles
62% 3276 votes
Aquariums 700 Water Street, Denver, CO 80211 MoreLess Info
Initially known as Colorado's Ocean Journey, Downtown Aquarium now, is a local aquarium and restaurant which features a range of interactive exhibits such as the horseshoe crab tough tank, the stingray touch and feed tank and many different ecosystems.
8.3 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks 35th Ave Fenton Street, Wheat Ridge, CO 80212 MoreLess Info
At Panorama Park, visitors can play a game of soccer on the multipurpose field or enjoy a picnic under a covered pavilion. The playground area has wood chip flooring, and features a climbing structure with slides, monkey bars, and more.
8.4 Miles
92% 5550 votes
Natural History Museums 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205 MoreLess Info
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a natural history and science museum housing a wide range of exhibits about native american culture, the universe, minerals, wildlife and more, coupled with a planetarium and an auditorium.
8.4 Miles
39% 588 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 2000 Elitch Circle, Denver, CO 80204 MoreLess Info
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.
8.4 Miles
18% 151 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 2000 Elitch Cir, Denver, CO 80204 MoreLess Info
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.
8.4 Miles
82% 33 votes
Dog Park 105th Ave & Simms, Westminster, CO 80030 MoreLess Info
A partially fenced area for canine recreation, Westminster Dog Park measures 420 acres and provides open areas for dogs to run and play. The park features benches, a shelter for shade, a dog swimming pond and a drinking fountain.
8.4 Miles
25% 8 votes
Bowling 10000 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80004 MoreLess Info
Western Bowl is a bowling alley that is popular among local residents. Visitors commonly enjoy playing a game or two of bowling, ordering from the food menu, having drinks while at the alley.
8.5 Miles
83% 262 votes
National & State Parks Colorado Blvd. and York St., Denver, CO 80205 MoreLess Info
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.
8.5 Miles
79% 597 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204 MoreLess Info
The Pepsi Center is home to the National Hockey League's Colorado Avalanche, the National Basketball Association's Denver Nuggets and the National Lacrosse League's Colorado Mammoth. The venue is also used for concerts and wrestling events.
8.5 Miles
87% 23 votes
Bowling 6595 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 MoreLess Info
Several lanes of standard ten pin bowling are available within Wheat Ridge Lanes. The facility also offers special Hot Rod car events during the summer as well as a heated patior that can seat up to 60 people.
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