Places to see in Colorado vacation sights in Colorado Explore things to do in Colorado

Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Colorado with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Colorado sites or check out the sites in another state.

You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Colorado that have become local favorites easily with our site.

We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Colorado whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.

Global Village Museum of Arts

Fort Collins, CO

The Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures is dedicated to showcasing international folk art. Exhibits are created to engage and inspire visitors to learn more about world cultures, people, art, and history in order to promote understanding and peace.

Dinosaur Ridge

Morrison, CO

The Friends of Dinosaur Ridge is a not for profit 501C3 organization that maintains a Visitor Center and two interpretive trails with the help of members, friends, family, donors, and many grant giving organizations. With the closure of Alameda Parkway over the Ridge and the opening of the Trek Through Time indoor exhibit hall in 2008, The Friends of Dinosaur Ridge offers a family-friendly Visitor Center and trail for groups of all ages.

Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum

Pueblo, CO

Educational out reach to the community of American military aviation history, Aerospace Education, and displays dedicated to conflicts that the US has participated in from the early 20th Century to the present.

Lory State Park

Bellvue, CO

Hit the trail at Lory State Park and enjoy mountain biking, hiking, picnicking and horseback riding amid some fabulous foothills scenery just minutes from Fort Collins and adjacent to Horsetooth Reservoir. The variety of trails is great for short or long hikes, mountain bike rides, horseback rides and trail runs. Backcountry camping is also available for visitors looking for a quiet getaway close to suburban Fort Collins.

SoCo Escape Room

Pueblo, CO

SoCo Escape Room entertains the adventurous by locking them in rooms and daring them to escape. The question that remains: Are you ready for the challenge?

Pueblo Zoo

Pueblo, CO

Open all year, 7 days a week. Come for an hour, come for a day. Perfect year-round as a destination or a vacation stopover for kids from 0-99+. Enjoy a leisurely, flat, family-friendly stroll through exotic and colorful habitats, gardens and exhibits. Home to more than 400 animals and 120 species including guest favorites, lions, playful otters and penguins. Establish in 1934, the Pueblo Zoo features some of the best examples of historic WPA/CC architecture.

Cave of the Winds

Manitou Springs, CO

With two amazing cave tours, daring new attractions, family-friendly and kid-friendly activities atop breathtaking Williams Canyon, Cave of the Winds is the perfect home for Adventure. From morning to night, you will find Adventure right here—exploring and soaring on attractions that are anything but boring. You will not have to look hard to find your next adventure.

Annual Flower Trial Garden

Fort Collins, CO

The purpose of the trial program conducted at the Annual Flower Trial Garden is to evaluate the performance of different annual plant cultivars under our unique Rocky Mountain environmental conditions. Each year, their annual trial consists of over 1,000 different cultivars of annual bedding plants. Varieties are grouped by genus, arranged by color and grown in rows, side-by-side, so as to facilitate the comparison of similar varieties.

The Farm at Lee Martinez Park

Fort Collins, CO

The Farm at Lee Martinez Park has provided hands-on family fun since 1985. The Farm serves as an educational and interactive experience for Fort Collins residents and visitors. Your visit to The Farm will be an adventure for all ages. You can learn more about the industry that shaped this region, have interactive, hands-on farm fun, and introduce your child to agriculture and farm life while visiting.

Fort Collins Museum of Art

Fort Collins, CO

FCMOA is a nationally recognized leader inspiring others to experience the world differently through arts and culture. FCMOA is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization funded by member & donor contributions.