Family days out in Nevada

There are so many fun places to go with kids in Nevada - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), great historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres for toddlers as well as the usual family tourist attractions - take a look below, lots of the best things to do with children in NV

The Planeterium
North Las Vegas
The PlaneteriumSouthern Nevada's only public planetarium and observatory with multimedia shows in astronomy and hemisphere motion pictures. Available after last session, public telescope viewing last showing.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre
Las Vegas
Popovich Comedy Pet TheatreThe World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich, and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets.
Shark Reef
Las Vegas
Shark ReefWelcome to the deep blue world of Shark Reef. Here you will come face-to-face with some of the earth's most fascinating creatures in North America's only predator-based aquarium and exhibit. See sharks of all kinds, along with sawfish, giant rays, endangered green sea..
Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat
Nevada
Secret Garden and Dolphin HabitatThe Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat is a tropical atmosphere, surrounded by palm trees and lush foliage. It is home to several beautiful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, as well as, Siegfried and Roy's Royal White Tigers, Magical White Lions, panthers, and leopards.
Sierra Safari Zoo
Reno
Sierra Safari ZooSierra Safari Zoo is Nevada's largest zoo and the only zoo in Northern Nevada. Over the past eighteen years the Sierra Safari Zoo has become a very special part of Reno and has made great strides to make our beloved community a better, brighter more beautiful place for..
Animal Ark
Reno
Animal ArkAnimal Ark is a 38-acre wildlife sanctuary and nature center northwest of Reno, Nevada. This facility's rural setting provides an ideal place to house non-releasable wildlife and allows the public a unique opportunity to view these animals in natural habitat exhibits.
Gilcrease Bird Sanctuary
Las Vegas
Gilcrease Bird SanctuaryGilcrease Nature Sanctuary offers a safe haven for animals of all types. Here, you can see birds of many species, including quail, ducks, ostriches, parrots; and various animals like turtles, goats and burros
Southern Nevada Zoo
las Vegas
Southern Nevada ZooThe Southern Nevada Zoological-Botanical Park (a.k.a. Las Vegas Zoo) is managed by the non-profit 501 (C)(3) Nevada Zoological Foundation. Our shady 3-acre park is located just 15 minutes northwest of the Las Vegas Strip. The zoo exhibits over 150 species of plants and..
The Aquarium At The Silverton
Las Vegas
The Aquarium At The SilvertonNeed another reason to visit Las Vegas? Silverton casino has recently opened its new expansion, which houses several beautiful salt and fresh-water aquariums, which are free to the public.
Las Vegas Zoo
Las Vegas
Las Vegas ZooThe zoo exhibits over 150 species of plants and animals. As the only zoo in Las Vegas and the only year-round zoo in Nevada, we work hard to fulfill our mission to educate and entertain the public by displaying a variety of plants and animals.
Bonnie Springs Ranch-Old Town Nevada
Blue Diamond
Bonnie Springs Ranch-Old Town NevadaAn authentic western town where cowboys walk the streets as they did in the 1880's. See gunfights, hangings, melodramas, an antique museum and the gift shops. We have lots of animals in our petting zoo, and you can feed the ducks in our pond.
King Tutts Tomb And Museum
Las Vegas
King Tutts Tomb And MuseumIf you havn't got time to visit Egypt, but have an e intertin Middle Eastern history, this is the where you should go. Located inside the Luxor pyramid, the museum is a real eye openor. Reproductions of the young king's tomb and treasures will be discovered on this..
Tournament Of Kings
Nevada
Tournament Of KingsDon't miss the most popular Las Vegas dinner show, Tournament of Kings. Invading armies! Dancing maidens! Jousting! Fireworks! And eating with your fingers! It's the "one show on the Las Vegas Strip guaranteed to satisfy your appetite for adventure," according to What's..
Carson City Ghost Walk
Carson City
Carson City Ghost WalkJoin us on this very special weekend in Carson City and Carson Valley when historic ghosts will rise from their resting places to tell you their stories and guide you through our colorful past. For one price, you can witness it all! October 20: Meet the ghosts of..
Wild Island Family Adventure Park
Sparks
Wild Island Family Adventure ParkWith a waterpark, go-karts, mini-golf, bowling, birthday parties and group parties - at Wild Island there is something fun for everyone! So come on out and catch Island fever. Good idea if you are looking for fun family places to go with kids in Nevada.
Lied Discovery Children's Museum
Las Vegas
Lied Discovery Children's MuseumThe mission of Lied Discovery Children's Museum is to provide a vibrant and engaging experience, through exhibits and programs, where children from economically and culturally diverse backgrounds actively participate in playful learning experiences that ignite a love of..
Las Vegas Art Museum
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Art MuseumLike most 58-year-old organizations in Southern Nevada, what is now the Las Vegas Art Museum came from humble beginnings. In 1950, a group of of visionaries created the Las Vegas Art League with the intention of bringing fine art to the city. The Art League moved into a..
Madame Tussauds
Las Vegas
Madame TussaudsMadame Tussaud's Las Vegas is an interactive "must feel" attraction providing you with a unique opportunity to create personal memories with some of the world's biggest icons including the hottest stars of today, controversial politicians, record-breaking athletes and..
National Automobile Museum
Reno
National Automobile MuseumThe National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection) lets you travel through time like few other places. Like people, every car has a story, a little tale about who and where and why. Especially here, where antique, classic and one-of-a-kind wonders coexist in an..
Boulder City-Hoover Dam Museum
Boulder City
Boulder City-Hoover Dam MuseumThe Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum tells the story of the Boulder Canyon Project as it was experienced by the men and women who braved the desolation of the Southern Nevada desert to build Hoover Dam and Boulder City. The Museum's three-dimensional, interactive..
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Natural History MuseumThe Las Vegas Natural History Museum is a private, non-profit institution dedicated to educating children and families in the natural sciences, both past and present. Through its interactive exhibits, educational programs and the preservation of its collections, the Museum..
Guinness World Of Records
Las Vegas
Guinness World Of RecordsHere you will find hands-on displays and lots of records pertaining specifically to Las Vegas. Videos display actual record-breaking feats of individuals and teams. The tour takes at least a half-hour to see everything. This makes an interestingtrip for adults as well as..
Carson City Childrens Museum
Carson City
Carson City Childrens MuseumThe Civic Auditorium in downtown Carson City is the home of this museum established in 1988. It has stimulating "hands-on" learning environment for children ages 4 to 12. Exhibits include a giant piano keyboard that children can walk on to make their own music like in the..
Atomic Testing Museum
Las Vegas
Atomic Testing MuseumThe Atomic Testing Museum portrays world history through varied representations of the story of the Nevada Test Site and its programs.
Desperado Rollercoaster
Nevada
Desperado RollercoasterGet ready to ride one of the world's tallest and fastest roller coasters. For coaster people in the know, here are the stats: Total length: 5,483 feet; Height: 209 feet; Drop: 225 feet. Ride time: two minutes, 43 seconds. G-forces: close to 4.0. In other words, it is fast,..
Las Vegas Cyber Speedway
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Cyber SpeedwayYou can turn race car dreams into heart-pounding reality at the NASCAR Cafe Entertainment Center's 35,000-square-foot Las Vegas Cyber Speedway with racing simulators. This is as close as it gets to the real deal - at speeds reaching as high as 220 mph! So ladies and..
Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Mini Grand PrixEnjoy a Full Array of Activities! * Sprint Kart Speedway * Adult Gran Prix Cars * Go Karts * Kiddie Karts * Dive Bomber * Tornado Twister * Dragon Roller Coaster * Super Fun Slide * Arcade Games * Giant Restaurant & Party..
Spongebob Squarepants 4D Ride
Las Vegas
Spongebob Squarepants 4D RideClimb aboard the All New SpongeBob 4D Special FX Ride, now open on the Fantasy Faire level! Join SpongeBob as he desperately pursues a runaway pickle in his heartfelt desire to serve up the perfect Krabby Patty. Good idea if you are looking for fun family places to go with..
King Putt
Las Vegas
King PuttCome and enjoy a unique glowing experience that is unlike any other in the world! King Putt offers indoor mini golf to people of all ages. Our family oriented mini golf course provides a fun, affordable, safe, and novel activity to all area residents. Our ADA compliant..
Manhattan Express Rollecoaster
Las Vegas
Manhattan Express RollecoasterLet the good times roll. The Roller Coaster will lift you up 203 feet, drop you down 144 feet and leave your pulse trying to catch up to 67 mph. Simulating a jet fighter's barrel roll, you'll turn 180 degrees, hang 86 feet in the air, take the famous "heartline" twist and..
Kids Quest
Las Vegas
Kids QuestA specially-designed floor-to-ceiling climbing maze and play structure consisting of up to 35 challenging activities includes tunnels, slides, ramps, stairs, climbing nets, periscopes, air hops, bumper bags, talking tubes and other activities allowing children to crawl,..
Gamezone
Las Vegas
GamezoneWhile GameWorks is packed with a variety of popular new games like Dance Dance Revolution and Indy 500, and classics like a relaxing game of billiards or old-fashioned prize games in the Big Win Zone, each location also has specially featured games highlighting each venue...
Fast Lap Indoor Carting
Las Vegas
Fast Lap Indoor CartingCome and experience the feel of Real Racing at Fast Lap Indoor Kart Racing. Our Karts were inspired by the 2006 CIK Outdoor World Champions Sodi-Kart. The Karts are equipped with Honda 200cc engines which can reach speeds up to 50 mph. With the gas powered Honda engine you..
Las Vegas Ice Centre
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Ice CentreThis is a great place to go in the summer when it is HOT outside. Check out their schedule on their website: www.lasvegasice.com
Skymania Fun Centre
las Vegas
Skymania Fun CentreWelcome to SkyMania; a sports, fitness, and entertainment center that is home to The World's First All-Trampoline-Walled Playing Field with suspended rotating goals. SkyMania offers the first truly 3-Dimensional sports games and activities where players are moving on the..
Roller Kingdom
Nevada
Roller KingdomRoller Kingdom is Reno's hottest spot for family fun. If it's good clean fun you are looking for let Roller Kingdom be your destination. Check our Session Schedule to find a time that you can come join us.
Zepyhr Cove Stables
South Lake Tahoe
Zepyhr Cove StablesGuided HorsebackTrails Rides Daily AND Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Rides!
Red Rcok Climbing Center
Las Vegas
Red Rcok Climbing CenterRed Rock Climbing Center is Nevada’s premier indoor rock climbing center. We are located just minutes away from Red Rock National Conservation Area.
Sun Buggy Fun Rentals
Las Vegas
Sun Buggy Fun RentalsSun Buggy Fun Rentals is the Ultimate Off-Road Adventures provider in the las Vegas Area. We have something for everyone from heart pounding adrenaline tours, to awe inspiring rides through some of the most picturesq protected desert anywhere in the world. Some of our most..
Lake Mead Cruises
Boulder City
Lake Mead CruisesOnly minutes from the glitter and glamour of Las Vegas is a very different kind of fun! Just a short drive from the valley of neon lies another world - Lake Mead and the mighty Hoover Dam. The waters of Lake Mead are home to the beautiful, roomy, comfortable, smooth..
Nevada State Railroad Museum
Carson City
Nevada State Railroad Museum"Demonstrating the Historic Railroads of Nevada, Featuring the Virginia & Truckee Railroad Collection of Locomotives, Rolling Stock and Artifacts"
Death Valley Tours Pink Jeep Tours
Las Vegas
Death Valley Tours Pink Jeep ToursFor more than 45 years, Pink Jeep Tours has been providing the most talked about off-road family adventures in the Southwest. Our award-winning excursions are known as the premier "must-do" tours in Sedona and Las Vegas. The spectacular Broken Arrow, Ancient Ruin,..
Grand Canyon Sky Walk
Las Vegas
Grand Canyon Sky WalkJust like an eagle is able to fly across the grand canyon this tour allows you take the same view. This glass bridge suspends more than 4000ft above the Colorado River and stretches out 70ft from the edge.
The Botanical Gardens
Las Vegas
The Botanical GardensBellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden Brilliance abounds inside our breathtaking Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. The attention to detail is astounding. The passionate display of nature in all its awe-evoking glory quite simply, sensational! Let your imagination..
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
North Las Vegas
Grand Canyon Helicopter TourTake off from Las Vegas Airport on an exhilarating helicopter flight to one of Mother Nature's greatest achievements - The Grand Canyon. Discover the natural beauty of the Grand Canyon as your helicopter flies to the West Rim, passing over Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead and..
Lake Mead National recreation Area
Boulder City
Lake Mead National recreation AreaLake Mead National Recreation Area offers a wealth of things to do and places to go year-round. Its huge lakes cater to boaters, swimmers, sunbathers, and fishermen while its desert rewards hikers, wildlife photographers, and roadside sightseers. It is also home to..
Springs Preserve
Las Vegas
Springs PreserveExplore the Springs Preserve, once home to ancient tribes and the resting place for weary Spanish explorers. Learn about the history of the Las Vegas Valley as well as methods to maintain a sustainable lifestyle in the desert.
Floyd Lamb State Park
Las Vegas
Floyd Lamb State ParkFloyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs is a 2,040-acre (8 km) park in Las Vegas, Nevada. The park is centered around Tule Springs, a series of small lakes that formed an oasis in this part of the Mojave Desert.
Dayton State Park
Dayton
Dayton State ParkDayton State Park is located in the town of Dayton, one of Nevada's first permanent settlements. The Carson River flows through the park and offers fishing and bird watching. The Rock Point Mill, built in 1861, was once used to process rich silver ore from nearby..
Lake Tahoe State Park
Incline Village
Lake Tahoe State ParkLake Tahoe-Nevada State Park offers a number of different areas for visitors to enjoy. Sand Harbor is the most popular, with sandy beaches, a boat launch, picnicking and group use facilities. Sand Harbor is located three miles south of Incline Village on State Route 28...
Mormon Station State Historic Park
Genoa
Mormon Station State Historic Park Mormon Station is the site of Nevada's first permanent nonnative settlement. A replica of the original trading post built in 1851 houses a small museum with relics of pioneer days. Picnic and group facilities are available.
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
Genoa
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic ParkThe Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park is one of Carson Valley's first and largest ranches. The ranch was home to German immigrant Heinrich Friedrich Dangberg who founded the site in 1857. A local businessman, rancher and politician, Dangberg started his ranch with just..
Washoe Lake State Park
Carson City
Washoe Lake State ParkWashoe Lake and Little Washoe Lakes are located in the heart of scenic Washoe Valley, between Carson City and Reno. Here, visitors will find spectacular views of the majestic Sierra Nevada and the Carson Range. Popular activities in the park include nature study, bird..
Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park
Austin
Berlin-Ichthyosaur State ParkThe park is open all year but extreme winter weather may prohibit travel. Nestled at 7,000 feet on the scenic western slope of central Nevada's Shoshone mountain range, the park provides a vast array of stimulating recreational opportunities. The forested slopes provide..
Belmont Courthouse State Historic Park
Fallon
Belmont Courthouse State Historic ParkBuilt in 1876, the Belmont Courthouse was the seat of Nye County government until 1905. The building is partially restored and offers a glimpse into Nevada's colorful past. Belmont Courhouse, Although no developed facilities are available, camping and picnic facilities are..
Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Silver Springs
Fort Churchill State Historic ParkFort Churchill was once an active U.S. Army fort. Built in 1861 to provide protection for early settlers. It was abandoned nine years later, and today the ruins are preserved in a state of arrested decay. A visitor center displays information and artifacts of the fort's..
Lahontan State Recreation Area
Fallon
Lahontan State Recreation AreaLahontan State Recreation Area is located on the Carson River, 18 miles west of Fallon and 45 miles northeast of Nevada's Capital, Carson City, via U.S. Highway 50. The Reno-Sparks metropolitan area is slightly over one hour away by auto. You can access the park from two..
Walker Lake
Fallon
Walker Lake Walker Lake is one of the last remnants of an ancient inland sea which covered much of western Nevada nearly 10,000 years ago. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and picnicking, plus facilities at the park include shade ramadas, tables and grills along a sandy..
Rye Patch State Recreation Area
Lovelock
Rye Patch State Recreation Area Rye Patch Reservoir, along the Humboldt River, covers 11,000 acres when full. Here, visitors enjoy fishing, boating, water skiing, camping, and picnicking. A campground, boat launch and picnic sites are provided.
South Fork State Recreation Area
Spring Creek
South Fork State Recreation AreaSouth Fork Reservoir covers 1,650 acres and is surrounded by 2,200 acres of wildlife-filled meadow lands and rolling hills. It is popular for hunting, camping, boating, picnicking, winter sports and wildlife viewing. The park is best known for its trophy-class trout and..
Wild Horse State Recreation Area
Elko
Wild Horse State Recreation Area Wild Horse State Recreation Area is located on the northeast shore of Wild Horse Reservoir. The 140 acre recreation area is an excellent focal point when visiting Wild Horse. Visitors to the area enjoy camping, picnicking, hunting, fishing and boating. Facilities..
Cathedral Gorge State Park
Panaca
Cathedral Gorge State ParkSlot canyons, cathedral-like spires, incredible sunrises and sunsets. Located just 2-1/2 hours north of Las Vegas, Nevada. <br/> Come experience the majesty that is Cathedral Gorge!
Cave Lake State Park
Ely
Cave Lake State ParkThe 32-acre reservoir at Cave Lake State Park is popular for trout fishing, crawdadding, boating, hiking, picnicking and camping. Perched in the middle of the Schell Creek Range, adjacent to the Humboldt National Forest at an elevation of 7,300 feet, the park offers..
Echo Canyon State Park
Pioche
Echo Canyon State ParkEcho Canyon State Park offers a 65-acre reservoir with a campground, picnic area, group use facilities and boat launch. The park is popular for camping, fishing, hiking and enjoying the beautiful scenery of eastern Nevada. Abundant wildlife, a wide variety of native plants..
Kershaw-Ryan State Park
Caliente
Kershaw-Ryan State ParkKershaw-Ryan State Park is located two miles south of Caliente via U.S. 93 and State Route 317. It is situated in a colorful, scenic canyon at the northern limit of Rainbow Canyon. Steep canyon walls tower over a long, narrow valley. Early settlers here cultivated a garden..
Spring Valley State Park
Pioche
Spring Valley State Park Spring Valley State Park offers water oriented recreation at the 65 acre Eagle Valley Reservoir. Boat launching, picnicking and camping facilities are available. Visitors also enjoy hiking, exploring and touring the historic Ranch House museum. Spring Valley State Park is..
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
Ely
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkW ard Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is located in the Egan Mountain Range approximately 18 miles south of Ely, Nevada. This beautiful park is mostly known for its six beehive-shaped historic charcoal ovens; however, the park offers an array of recreational..
Big Bend of the Colorado Recreation Area
Laughlin
Big Bend of the Colorado Recreation AreaBig Bend State Recreation Area is located five miles south of Laughlin on the Needles Highway. The park is within the town limits of Laughlin, one mile south of Casino Drive on South Needles Hwy.
Old Las Vegas Mormon State Historic Park
Las Vegas
Old Las Vegas Mormon State Historic Park Old Vegas Mormon State Historic Park is located in downtown Las Vegas, at the intersection of Las Vegas Boulevard and Washington Avenue. The park and Visitor Center is open all year from 8:00 a.m-4:30 p.m. An entrance fee is charged to enter the fort. The first permanent..
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Blue Diamond
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Spring Mountain Ranch is located within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, beneath the colorful cliffs of the magnificent Wilson Range. The many springs in these mountains provided water for Paiute Indians and later brought mountain men and early settlers to..
Valley of Fire State Park
Overton
Valley of Fire State ParkValley of Fire State Park is located only six miles from Lake Mead and 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas via Interstate 15 and on exit 75. Valley of Fire is Nevada's oldest and largest state park, dedicated 1935. The valley derives its name from the red sandstone formations..
Cowboy Trail Rides Inc
Las Vegas
Cowboy Trail Rides IncCowboy Trail Rides is a family-owned horseback tour business located in Southern Nevada's most popular outdoor recreation area, only a few minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.Cowboy on Horse Our ranch is in the heart the spectacular Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area...
The Star Trek Experience
Las Vegas
The Star Trek ExperienceThe Star Trek experience has apparently now closed at the Hilton, but is rumoured to be re-appearing downtown in Neonopolis in 2010 - watch this space.
The Freemont Experience
Las Vegas
The Freemont ExperienceThe world-famous, one-of-a-kind entertainment venue is home to Viva Vision, the biggest big screen on the planet. More than 12 million lights in the Viva Vision canopy and 550,000 watts of concert quality sound pumped to speakers throughout the venue produce an incredible..
Pahrump Paintball Complex
Pahrump
Pahrump Paintball ComplexPahrump Paintball has it ALL! Located just under an hour drive time from the strip in Las Vegas, we have a unique park like setting with lots of trees, misters and a great environment! Our weather here is substantially different from Las Vegas with our cooler in summer and..