Best Tours & Experiences in Denver for Kids & Families

11 family-friendly tours & experiences with age ratings and parent tips.

Highest rated: Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens, Morrison Nature Center, Schlessman Family Foundation Tropical Discovery. 7 listings are free. 1 listing is indoor. 7 listings are outdoor. Qualified listings include age fit, stroller notes, cost signals, and practical planning tips.

By Kit, KidPaths editor

Reviews family planning details across KidPaths city guides.

This Denver page currently has 11 qualified listings in tours & experiences that passed KidPaths' listing and photo checks. Start your comparison with Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, Butterfly Pavilion, The Wild Animal Sanctuary, then use the age, cost and visit-length notes to narrow the list.

7 options are free. 4 options work indoors or in mixed weather. 7 options have confirmed stroller access. 8 picks fit toddlers and 11 picks fit big kids.

Check total duration, bathroom access and how much of the experience requires sitting still. Ask about minimum ages before booking a nonrefundable family slot.

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Gardening Help At Denver Botanic Gardens

4.8 stars

Kids learn about plants, gardening, and Colorado's growing seasons in the stunning surroundings of Denver Botanic Gardens while exploring themed garde

6-17Indoor & Outdoor$30-55

Morrison Nature Center

4.7 stars

Explore Morrison Nature Center using the source notes below to decide whether it suits your family.

all agesIndoor & OutdoorPrice needs confirmation with the venue

Schlessman Family Foundation Tropical Discovery

4.7 stars

Kids walk through a lush indoor tropical rainforest exhibit at the Denver Zoo featuring exotic fish, reptiles, and tropical plants from around the wor

all agesFreeIndoorincluded in Denver Zoo admission ($60-90)

Butterfly Pavilion

4.7 stars

Explore Butterfly Pavilion using the source notes below to decide whether it suits your family.

all agesIndoor & OutdoorPrice needs confirmation with the venue

Plains Conservation Center (Visitor Center)

4.6 stars

Kids step back in time to explore recreated prairie settlements, buffalo wallows, and the stunning native shortgrass prairie ecosystem of the Colorado

6-16FreeOutdoorUSD 0

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