Sports Authority Field at Mile High

Professional guides take curious guests on a behind-the-scenes trek that’s almost as exciting as a Broncos game! Monday through Saturday—on the hour, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—75 to 90-minute public tours let families peruse one of the NFL’s largest stadiums. The half-mile ADA-accessible route begins at the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, and stops at executive suites, visiting team locker rooms and the team entrance tunnel. $15 for youth, $20 for adults and free age 5 and under. 1701 Bryant St., Denver

Coors Field

Don’t just take your kids out to the ballgame—take them inside of it, with an 80-minute, mile-long major league romp around the Rockies” premiere 76-acre facility. Kids tend to get most thrilled while exploring the dugout, and getting an eye-level look at the massive field. During baseball season, tours run Monday through Saturday; times varying based on game schedules. Check online for details, and reserve your spot while you’re at it. $7 for kids, $10 for teens and adults. Younger kiddos (and super-fans) might prefer a 45- to 60-minute private showing. 2001 Blake St., Denver

Dick’s Sporting Goods Park

This free—yes, free!—guided walking tour takes guests into the heart of the 18,000-seat home stadium of the Colorado Rapids, offering backstage glances into the professional stadium and fields complex. Tours are offered year-round, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get a ticket from the box office before joining your group. 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City

Pepsi Center

Cruise through this multi-use arena on a VIP tour of the site that the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche and Colorado Mammoth call home. The 90-minute adventure is packed with information—you”ll learn how the arena is converted from hockey ice to a basketball court, for example—and gives guests access to NHL and NBA locker rooms, as well as the practice court. Summer tours happen Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. $8 age 12 and under, $10 for teens and adults; free age 2 and under. 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver

This article was originally published in December 2024.
Jamie Siebrase

Jamie Siebrase is a Denver-based freelance writer, mother, and author.