Top Activities for Kids 10 & Under

Check out these top fun attractions for kids in Colorado Springs.

Bear Creek & Fountain Creek Nature Centers

Explore endless trails, observe wildlife, and enjoy the center's extensive educational programs offered throughout the year. View the indoor/outdoor beehive, see if you can spot the queen, and compare your wing span to the region's bird species. | Location: 245 Bear Creek Rd., 320 Peppergrass Ln.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Hand-feed the famous giraffe herd at America’s mountain zoo, consistently ranked a top-ten zoo in the U.S. Explore its natural mountainside setting and get closer than ever to rare, endangered, and native animals. Waddle alongside penguins and visit hippos at Water’s Edge: Africa. Grizzlies, wolves, mountain lions, and moose roam native Rocky Mountain habitats. | Location: 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd.

Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad

Hop aboard Cripple Creek's authentic, century-old steam locomotive and take a 45-minute trip through the historic and scenic mining towns of Cripple Creek and Victor. The train's size and speed are kid-friendly, and everyone will enjoy the ride. | Location: 520 E. Carr St.

Dinosaur Resource Center

View spectacular fossils of T-Rexes, raptors, flying and marine reptiles, huge carnivorous fish and life restorations. Kids can imagine a future in paleontology as they observe a working fossil preparation laboratory. | Location: 201 S. Fairview St.

Flying W Ranch

Ages 3 to 93 will make memories that last a lifetime exploring the Western Grounds at the Ranch, including a train ride and animals like donkeys and goats! The Old West comes alive with the exciting Western Grounds, a mouth-watering Chuckwagon dinner, and a riveting Original Western Stage show by the world-famous Flying W Wranglers. | Location: 3330 Chuckwagon Rd.

Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center

Take the kids on a trip back in time in the Geo-Trekker movie and learn how those big, red rocks got there. Once you've learned the park's history, experience over 30 state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits and discover the local critters and geography that call Garden of the Gods home. Now you can head into the park as an expert. | Location: 1805 N. 30th St.

Ghost Town Museum

This indoor museum displays an Old Western town made from the very structures that were part of a thriving mountainside community. Print up a "wanted" poster, crank up the player piano, take aim in the shooting gallery, or strike it rich while panning for real gold. | Location: 400 S. 21st St.

Manitou Cliff Dwellings

Experience the life of the Ancient Puebloan people. This child- and pet-friendly stop showcases ancient architecture visitors can interact with and explore. During the summer, enjoy Native American dances and real wolf encounters. | Location: 10 Cliff Dwellings Rd, US Highway 24 West

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May Natural History Museum

Affectionately known as "the bug museum," this kid magnet houses one of the world's most outstanding collections of insects, related creatures, and rare artifacts collected from exotic locations in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Ripley's Believe It or Not even once tried to purchase this impressive assortment. | Location: 710 Rock Creek Canyon

Two children admire a display of butterflies at the May Museum in Colorado Springs, CO

The North Pole - Santa's Workshop

Is there anything more magical than visiting Santa himself at the North Pole? Nestled in the pine forest above Cascade, CO, this holiday-themed amusement park offers shows, rides, a petting zoo, and wintery adventures. It is open from May through Christmas Eve. | Location: 5050 Pikes Peak Highway

Santa Claus rides in a green cart on an amusement ride in Colorado Springs.

Arcade Amusements

As you teach the little ones to spend their money wisely, you'll find that a dollar goes a long way at this retro arcade located in the heart of Manitou Springs. Vintage games range from skeeball to pinball. Modern games are also available. Don't forget to play the ponies! | Location: 900 Block Manitou Ave.