Things to do with Kids in Amarillo

Traveling with kids? Amarillo is full of family-friendly attractions that make it easy to keep everyone entertained, from curious toddlers to adventurous teens. Plus, it's so affordable that you'll find your travel budget goes far. Whether you're looking for free outdoor fun, hands-on museums, or places to cool off during the Texas heat, there's no shortage of ways to make lasting memories together than in Amarillo. 

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Outdoors & Parks 

For families who love the outdoors, Amarillo offers plenty of opportunities to explore. Just 30 minutes from downtown, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, the second-largest canyon in the United States, is perfect for hiking, wildlife watching, and kid-friendly adventures like the Bird Viewing Blind and the easy Sunflower Trail.

If you'd rather stay in town, Wildcat Bluff Nature Center offers miles of scenic trails, guided hikes for kids and adults, and its popular Toddler Tracks program, making it a great way to experience the Texas Panhandle without leaving Amarillo. Closer to the city center, Thompson Park features playgrounds, nature trails, picnic areas, and the Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary, while Medi Park is ideal for biking, feeding ducks, and strolling its 1.6-mile trail and just next door is the Amarillo Botanical Gardens. During the warmer months, families can also cool off at one of Amarillo's 15 free splash pads, located throughout the city, including favorites at Medi Park, Memorial Park, City View, and Westover Village Park.

Amusement Parks

A summertime tradition celebrating its 75th season, Wonderland Amusement Park has been creating family memories for generations. With rides and attractions for all ages, it's especially great for families with teenagers, offering enough space to give older kids a little independence while still keeping everyone close by.

Museums & Educational Experiences

Amarillo's museums make learning fun for every age. Start at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum, where interactive exhibits bring the story of America's Horse and the spirit of the West to life. Spark curiosity at the Don Harrington Discovery Center, a hands-on science museum filled with interactive exhibits, creative play spaces, and theater experiences for kids of all ages. Explore world-class collections at the Amarillo Museum of Art, where rotating exhibitions and free admission make it an easy stop for families. Transportation enthusiasts will love the Amarillo Railroad Museum, home to model train displays and railroad history, while Bill's Backyard Classics showcases beautifully restored vintage automobiles and nostalgic Americana. At Jack Sisemore's RV Museum, families can step inside historic campers, including the famous RV from RV starring Robin Williams, and discover how road travel has evolved over the decades

Indoor Fun

Whether you're escaping the Texas heat or a rainy day, Amarillo has plenty of indoor adventures to keep kids entertained. Young explorers will love Starbase Kids, a fully immersive space-themed play destination designed for children from birth to age 8, while Little Bees' Playhouse offers a clean, imaginative indoor play space perfect for younger children.

Creative builders can spend hours at Snapology, where LEGO®-inspired activities encourage hands-on learning and imaginative play. Families looking for nonstop entertainment can head to Cinergy for bowling, movies, laser tag, arcade games, virtual reality, obstacle courses, and escape rooms, or enjoy classic family fun at Western Bowl, featuring bowling, arcade games, and laser tag.

High-energy kids can bounce, climb, and play at Amp'd Adventure Park or Urban Air, both offering trampolines and adventure attractions. For a nostalgic outing, lace up your skates at Skate Plex Amarillo, or hit the ice at Amarillo Ice Ranch, where public skating sessions and hockey games make for an exciting family experience. If your little ones love animals, don't miss Fish Pro's, where freshwater and saltwater aquariums, koi ponds, and tropical birds make for a surprisingly fun indoor stop.

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