{"id":18319,"date":"2022-10-01T13:57:50","date_gmt":"2022-10-01T19:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/?p=18319"},"modified":"2026-03-13T14:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T20:15:10","slug":"5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Days in Denver: A Family-Friendly Guide to the Mile High City, Plus 25 Fun Activities and Map"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Denver is a popular family vacation destination, and with good reason. The Mile High City is filled with many things you can do with kids.  Are you ready to explore some of its best attractions? Look no further because we have compiled a list of some of the best family-friendly activities in this beautiful city. Whether you are traveling as a family of five, eight, or more, these tips will leave you feeling like locals during your visit.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Day_1_Visit_the_Denver_Zoo_or_the_Denver_Museum_of_Nature_Science\" >Day 1: Visit the Denver Zoo or the Denver Museum of Nature &amp; Science<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Day_2_Visit_Elitch_Gardens_Theme_Water_Park_and_Colorado_Rockies_Baseball\" >Day 2: Visit Elitch Gardens Theme &amp; Water Park and Colorado Rockies Baseball<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Day_3_Visit_the_Denver_Art_Museum_Denver_Firefighters_Museum_and_History_Colorado_Center\" >Day 3: Visit the Denver Art Museum, Denver Firefighters Museum, and History Colorado Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Day_4_Visit_Red_Rocks_Park_Amphitheatre_Dinosaur_Ridge_and_Morrison_Natural_History_Museum\" >Day 4: Visit Red Rocks Park &amp; Amphitheatre, Dinosaur Ridge, and Morrison Natural History Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Day_5_Visit_Hammonds_Candies_and_the_Forney_Museum_of_Transportation\" >Day 5: Visit Hammond&#8217;s Candies and the Forney Museum of Transportation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#25_Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Denver_with_Kids\" >25 Fun Things to Do in Denver with Kids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Denver_Activities_with_Kids_Map\" >Denver Activities with Kids Map<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Additional_Denver_Activities_with_Kids\" >Additional Denver Activities with Kids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Discount_Tickets\" >Discount Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/5-days-in-denver-a-family-friendly-guide-to-the-mile-high-city-plus-25-fun-activities-and-map\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Denver_as_a_Big_Family_with_5-8_People\" >Where to Stay in Denver as a Big Family with 5-8 People<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>For shorter visits to Denver, you can eliminate days or rearrange our suggested stops below. We also list more suggestions at the end of this post to add to your itinerary, along with a map. As a longtime Denverite, I know your family will enjoy your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a Colorado outdoor adventure? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/6-day-southwest-colorado-loop-road-trip-visit-3-national-parks-6-national-forests-fun-mountain-towns\/\">6-Day Southwest Colorado Loop Road Trip: Visit 3 National Parks, 6 National Forests, Fun Mountain Towns<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-1-visit-the-denver-zoo-or-the-denver-museum-of-nature-science\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Visit_the_Denver_Zoo_or_the_Denver_Museum_of_Nature_Science\"><\/span>Day 1: Visit the Denver Zoo or the Denver Museum of Nature &amp; Science<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-1024x769.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19273\" style=\"width:768px;height:577px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-1536x1154.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo-640x481.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kids-hippo-zoo.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting your first day in Denver at the <a href=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/\">Denver Zoo<\/a> is an activity that will please everyone. As the second most-visited attraction in the city, the Zoo offers families the chance to come face to face with close to 4,000 animals from around the globe. Whether you\u2019re traveling with little ones or teens, there\u2019s something for everyone at the Denver Zoo. Check the daily schedule for animal talks, demonstrations, and feeding times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For lunch either eat at one of the many food choices at the zoo, pack a picnic for the park, or eat at the museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend an afternoon at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmns.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denver Museum of Nature &amp; Science<\/a>. Visit this great museum to learn about science and nature through exhibits, interactives, live programs, and more. Your crew will learn about anthropology, zoology, geology, health sciences, paleontology, and space science. The museum also offers daily shows and screenings in its planetarium and IMAX theater at an additional cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-2-visit-elitch-gardens-theme-water-park-and-colorado-rockies-baseball\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Visit_Elitch_Gardens_Theme_Water_Park_and_Colorado_Rockies_Baseball\"><\/span>Day 2: Visit Elitch Gardens Theme &amp; Water Park and Colorado Rockies Baseball<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Aerial-View-Of-Denver-640x427.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitchgardens.com\/\">Elitch Gardens<\/a>, you and your children can experience everything from thrilling roller coasters to exciting water rides, while taking in beautiful views of the city. Located in the heart of Denver and celebrating 130 years of fun, Elitch Gardens is Colorado\u2019s only world-class combination theme and water park. There are several roller coasters for bigger thrill seekers, including Boomerang, Mind Eraser, and Tower of Doom. For the less brave, there are plenty of family-friendly rides too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19272\" style=\"width:768px;height:576px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rockiesgame-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To fill out your day, take in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10814559?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketnetwork.com%2Fperformers%2Fcolorado-rockies-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Colorado Rockies Baseball<\/a> game with the kids. The Rockies play most of their games from April to October, so chances are good that you\u2019ll be able to find a game to attend with your family. Denver has a very active downtown scene, you can explore this area of the city before a game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-3-visit-denver-art-museum-denver-firefighters-museum-and-history-colorado-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Visit_the_Denver_Art_Museum_Denver_Firefighters_Museum_and_History_Colorado_Center\"><\/span>Day 3: Visit the Denver Art Museum, Denver Firefighters Museum, and History Colorado Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Denver-Art-Museum-Colorado-640x427.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Day three is filled with museums in Denver&#8217;s Golden Triangle district. While the firefighter and history museum may only take a few hours to explore, we used to spend almost the whole day at the art museum. Depending on your crew, you might be able to visit all three or schedule one or two to fill your day. Pack a lunch to eat at the nearby Civic Center Park or dine at The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum. For easy parking, check <a href=\"https:\/\/spothero.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SpotHero<\/a> for nearby parking structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family loves art, then a visit to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denverartmuseum.org\/en\">Denver Art Museum<\/a> is a must. Since its founding in 1893, the DAM has collected more than 70,000 pieces of art, including the world\u2019s largest collection of Western American art. Enjoy seven floors of Modern and Contemporary Art, Native Arts, Asian Art, Painting and Sculpture, Photography, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/colorado-firefighter-museum\/\">Denver Firefighters Museum<\/a>, kids can learn about the rich history behind Denver\u2019s Fire and Rescue Service. The museum is home to more than 900 pieces of equipment, spanning more than 140 years of Colorado\u2019s history. There are many hands-on activities at the museum that kids will love. You&#8217;ll love that they&#8217;ll learn about fire safety too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into the story and discover Colorado at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.historycolorado.org\/history-colorado-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">History Colorado Center<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find interactive exhibitions, programs for kids and adults, special events, and cultural performances. A Smithsonian Affiliate, the museum has over fifteen exhibits over four floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-4-visit-red-rocks-park-amphitheatre-dinosaur-ridge-and-morrison-natural-history-museum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Visit_Red_Rocks_Park_Amphitheatre_Dinosaur_Ridge_and_Morrison_Natural_History_Museum\"><\/span>Day 4: Visit Red Rocks Park &amp; Amphitheatre, Dinosaur Ridge, and Morrison Natural History Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Famous-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-640x427.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to attend a concert at <a href=\"https:\/\/dinoridge.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Red Rocks<\/a> to explore the park and amphitheatre. Although this world-famous outdoor venue is one of the most stunning places to see a concert, your family can enjoy the great views of Denver from atop the amphitheatre. Stop at the visitor center to learn about the park and the many artists who have performed at the venue. Enjoy a short hike along Red Rocks Trading Post Trail, Geological Overlook Trail, or Red Rocks and Morrison Slide Trail. Drive down to Morrison for lunch before moving on to Dinosaur Ridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-morrison-natural-history-museum\">Kick off an afternoon of dinosaurs at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mnhm.org\/237\/Plan-Your-Visit\">Morrison Natural History Museum<\/a> in Morrison. This interactive paleontology museum offers hands-on exhibits, educational displays, and a fossil research laboratory. Join the hourly complimentary tour to expand your understanding of the exhibits and watch the corresponding demonstration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dinoridge.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dinosaur Ridge<\/a>, located just five minutes north of Morrison, is an outdoor museum home to one of the best-preserved dinosaur track sites in the world. Take a walk through an authentic dinosaur track, bone, and fossil site and discover the site&#8217;s history and ancient geology. Enjoy a guided tour available at Dinosaur Ridge that offers families a behind-the-scenes experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-5-visit-hammond-s-candies-and-the-forney-museum-of-transportation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Visit_Hammonds_Candies_and_the_Forney_Museum_of_Transportation\"><\/span>Day 5: Visit Hammond&#8217;s Candies and the Forney Museum of Transportation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-1024x500.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19270\" style=\"width:768px;height:375px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-1024x500.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-300x147.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-768x375.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-1536x751.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver-640x313.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hammondscandydenver.jpeg 1807w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting Denver with younger kids, Hammond\u2019s Candies is a must. Hammond\u2019s is the oldest candy shop in Denver, and as you make your way through the free tour of this sweet shop, you\u2019ll be transported back in time to a magical place. Thirty-minute tours feature old-fashioned candy-making demonstrations at Hammond\u2019s every day. To see candy canes being made, visit in July. <a href=\"https:\/\/hammondscandies.com\/pages\/factory-tours-new\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book your tour online before you go<\/a>; they fill quickly. While the tour is free, the last stop is the gift shop. Good luck leaving without a bag full of goodies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation-640x335.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/forneymuseumoftransportation.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.forneymuseum.org\/index.html\">Forney Museum of Transportation<\/a> is another great place to visit with kids and is only three miles away from Hammond&#8217;s. 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