Top Things to do in Colorado
Top Hotels in Colorado
- 1. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 2. Grand Hyatt Denver
- 3. Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk
- 4. Le Meridien Denver Downtown
- 5. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Fillmore Inn
- 6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Trinidad
- 7. The Oxford Hotel
- 8. Origin Hotel Red Rocks
- 9. SCP Colorado Springs Hotel
- 10. Warwick Denver
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The 10 Best Science Museums in Colorado, United States
Colorado is home to no less than twenty-six ski resorts such as those in Vail and Breckenridge; other winter activities include snowboarding, sledding, sleigh rides, snow hiking and snowmobiling. The state is blessed with national parks, grasslands and forests where in warmer weather you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or rock climbing. Wildlife abounds, from bears to moose and raccoons to wolverines. More interested in local history? Head for either the Ute Indian Museum or the Koshare Indian Museum, and don't miss the forts such as Fort Garland and Bent's Old Fort. For a complete change, why not take a ride in a hot air balloon from South Park Valley or Boulder and admire Colorado's picturesque landscape from above?
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1. Headwaters River Journey
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
An interactive experience through 31 immersive exhibits inviting visitors to explore the wonder of Colorado's rivers, learn about climate change and the threats to our water supply, discuss water-related issues, and take action to conserving our greatest resource.
2. John McConnell Math and Science Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 75 reviews
We create excitement for science, technology, engineering and math for kids 3-93 by offering creative hands-on experiences. Exploring wonders- Expanding Minds!
3. Expanding Minds Unlimited - The Colorado Springs Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Exciting fun for families includes art projects, live animals, science and nature exploration, history and culture. The children's and natural History Museum Museum has something for everyone.
4. Peterson Air & Space Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
The Museum preserves and portrays the rich aviation and space history of Colorado Springs and Peterson Air Force Base. From our barnstormer beginnings in the Roaring Twenties, through the daring exploits of our World War II pilots and into the modern space era, our exhibits are sure to capture your attention. The museum is open to the public even though the museum is on an active Air Force installation. All that is required is for non-military ID card holders and groups to call us or submit a request on our web site a minimum of one day in advance of your visit (before noon MDT) to arrange for a pass and detailed instructions (https://petemuseum.org/visitor-information/). A State or federal issued Photo ID is required for all Non-DoD visitors over 18. Drivers will need to have proof of insurance and registration for their vehicles. Non-US Visitors: allow an additional day.
Reviewed By slikrokbel - Oceanside, United States
We arrived at the visitor center for directions to the museum and were told that it requires reservations at least 24 hours in advance! Fortunately, we were able to e-mail our information and reserve a tour the following day. We took a guided tour and our docent, Gus, was outstanding. After watching a short film, we toured the museum and then went outside for a tour of the aircraft on display. We got to go inside of the Lockheed Constellation ("Conny") and then moved into another museum building with more aircraft and all of the space displays. Gus really personalized the tour for our group and added many anecdotes and stories along the way keeping everyone engaged and even quizzing our 7-yr old aviation buff.
5. Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,021 reviews
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is the Rocky Mountain region’s leading resource for informal science education. A variety of exhibitions, programs, and activities help Museum visitors experience the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe.
Reviewed By RStravails - Denver, United States
The traveling and main exhibitions are world class. A decent cafe, revelant and interesting exhibits, plus all the time-honored enjoyment of gems and minerals, wildlife dioramas and dinosaur bones makes a fantastic couple of days.
6. Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 710 reviews
The first stand-alone non-profit invertebrate zoo in the nation.
Reviewed By cintuchi - Las Vegas, United States
The first day it reopened I did show up with all the curiosity for this particular place which I found from different insects to sea life. A beautiful garden with lots of gorgeous butterflies
7. National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 306 reviews
Explore hands-on exhibits about weather, climate, the Sun, the atmosphere, and art-science connections in this famous I.M. Pei-designed building. Other options: a wheelchair-accessible outdoor weather trail, guided tours for the public at noon on Monday/Wednesday/Friday except holidays, and a Guide-By-Cell audio tour (using your phone). Free admission, open 363 days a year. Hours: M-F 8am-5pm; Weekends & holidays 9am-4pm. Visit our website for information about your visit, including organized group tours and to find out about our two annual maintenance closure dates.
Reviewed By havin_fun321
Open 363 days of the year! Free admission! Guided tours are available M-W-F at noon, self-guided tours otherwise. Great interactive exhibits. Came here with a group of adults; we had the most engaging docent. We spent about 90 minutes and I could have stayed longer. Beautiful architecture and fabulous setting. Give yourself enough time to wander outside on the Weather Trail. If you get hungry, there's a cafeteria where you can enjoy a snack or meal. Or, pack a lunch and enjoy the views from their patios. Add this to your list!
8. Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is where history meets hands-on science. The exhibition gallery invites you discover the interconnectedness of everything from music and light, to flora and fauna, to bicycles and agriculture, and beyond. With an on-site Archive & Collections, Northern Colorado’s only 360° immersive theater, engaging programs and events, unique and local products in The Museum Store, a regular schedule of premier traveling exhibitions, and so much more – a full day of discovery awaits.
Reviewed By 5musicgirl7 - Tucson, United States
Was visiting Ft. Collins for a conference with my adult kids and grandchildren. We spent a lovely snowy afternoon exploring this well curated museum. From the dome theater to the special exhibit about video games, everyone in our group was entertained, challenged and engaged. In fact, we came back later in the week to see more. A must do for any age in Fr. Collins. Great staff as well.
9. Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience gives kids of all ages the opportunity to experience science-focused interactive displays, full-scale dinosaur fossil casts, hands-on exhibits with real dinosaur fossils, skinned animatronic dinosaur exhibits, guided tours, and—for added family fun, value and lasting memories—a multi-story ropes course.
10. Museum of Western Colorado: Dinosaur Journey Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 240 reviews
Life-sized robotic dinosaurs and an earthquare simulator are some of this museum's exhibits that will interest the whole family.
Reviewed By RWAJ08 - Lexington, United States
My kids (2 and 5) loved this museum. There are great exhibits - all are indoors and it takes about 30-60 minutes to see most things. There are replica fossils, recreated dinosaurs that move (big hit with my kids) and lots of interesting facts, a kids area to dig for "fossils", a water table area to build a dam, and an area where you can watch workers trying to retrieve fossils. They've got a cute gift shop as well.
