These are my favorite spots to take my 5-year old son around Denver. Full of fun, interaction, and full of adventure. I love how each place keeps them entertained while making family time extra special.
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I love watching the kids light up as they see animals up close, and it’s the perfect mix of fun, learning, and adventure all in one place.
Denver Zoo
Exploring dinosaurs, space, and hands-on exhibits that make learning feel like an adventure.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Kids can play, explore, and get creative with so many hands-on activities that keep them smiling all day.
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
I love watching the kids get amazed by the colorful sea life, and the interactive exhibits make it feel like an underwater adventure.
Downtown Aquarium
Kids can explore real airplanes, space exhibits, and dream big about flying and adventure.
Wings Over The Rockies
This is pure magic. Kids and adults get lost in the colorful, interactive art worlds that feel like stepping into another universe.
Convergence Station | Art in Denver w/ Immersive Experience
Kids can explore nature, dig, climb, and discover plants in a hands-on way.
Mordecai Children's Garden
Spending the day riding coasters, splashing in the water park, and making fun family memories all in one place.
Elitch Gardens
The gorgeous mountain views and how the kids get to feed giraffes and see animals up close in such a unique setting.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Kids light up as butterflies flutter around them, and the hands-on exhibits make it extra fun.