Quick Summary:

  • Q: What family-friendly activities are available in Colorado Springs?
  • A: Colorado Springs offers plenty of activities for families, including exploring the vibrantly-colored canyon walls at Paint Mines Interpretive Park.
  • Q: Are there any fun attractions for kids in Colorado Springs?
  • A: Yes, kids will enjoy playing vintage pinball games at the Manitou Springs Penny Arcade, a fun and nostalgic experience.
  • Q: What outdoor activities are there for families in Colorado Springs?
  • A: Families can go horseback riding through the stunningly beautiful Garden of the Gods Park, one of the city's most famous outdoor spots.


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1. Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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2. America the Beautiful Park Fantasy Playground ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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America the Beautiful Park Fantasy Playground | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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3. Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Red Rock Canyon Open Space | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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4. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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5. May Natural History Museum

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May Natural History Museum | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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6. Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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7. Ghost Town Museum

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Ghost Town Museum | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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8. Bear Creek Regional Park and Nature Center

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Bear Creek Regional Park and Nature Center | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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9. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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10. Dr. Lester L. Williams Fire Museum

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Dr. Lester L. Williams Fire Museum | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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11. Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center

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Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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12. Memorial Park

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Memorial Park | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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13. Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum

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Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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14. Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cog Railway

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Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cog Railway | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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15. Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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Paint Mines Interpretive Park | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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16. Cave of the Winds Mountain Park

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Cave of the Winds Mountain Park | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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17. American Numismatic Association

American Numismatic Association | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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18. New Santa Fe Regional Trail

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New Santa Fe Regional Trail | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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19. Broadmoor Seven Falls

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Broadmoor Seven Falls | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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20. Academy Riding Stable

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Academy Riding Stable | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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21. The North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop

The North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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22. Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center

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Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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23. Manitou Springs Penny Arcade

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Manitou Springs Penny Arcade | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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24. Manitou Cliff Dwellings

Manitou Cliff Dwellings | Things to Do in Colorado Springs with Kids
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