If you want to visit one of the best holiday destinations in the United States this year, then you should book a family visit to El Paso, Texas. Famous for being one of the most culturally rich and diverse areas of the United States, the great city of El Paso is where you can find attractions like the El Paso Zoo and the Keystone Heritage Park, and Desert Botanical Gardens.
Here’s a list of some of the best and most exciting family-friendly activities in El Paso.
What is El Paso Famous For?
El Paso is an area of the United States that can be called famous for many different things!
One of the first things that has made the area of El Paso stand out is the agriculture — this is one of the most agriculturally rich areas to be found in this part of the country, and it’s also one of the most beautiful.
Agriculture isn’t the only thing that has helped to put El Paso on the map.
Most people would say that the restaurants in El Paso are also excellent. From the traditional Viva Mexico to the L&J Cafe, there’s something for everyone in the family — even younger, fussier eaters than everyone else!
If you want to see more of nature, you can visit some of the great natural attractions that have made El Paso famous. The El Paso Zoo and Franklin Mountains State Park can be found here.
If you’d like to see more of the water, there’s even the famous Texas River Float.
El Paso has almost everything, so you must first ask what you would love to see.
Is El Paso a Good Place for Kids?
Yes, El Paso can be one of the best places to visit (or live!) with smaller kids and teenagers.
According to the official federal crime measurements, El Paso has only about 378.85 reported incidents per 100,000 people who live there. If you have ever been worried about crime on vacation, then rest assured that El Paso is one of the safest places.
More than just crime statistics, El Paso has many family-friendly attractions, nature walks, malls, and restaurants that can be great fun for the entire family.
Like most other cities, you will find good places and questionable ones: the attractions that have been included in this post are all ranked as great family-friendly places that can be great for families with kids or teens.
What’s Open in El Paso for Kids?
Jungle Jacks
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Jungle Jacks is a great attraction for the entire family if you want a fun day out with active, busy kids — with the assurance that the kids are having fun in a safe environment. A lot of supervised fun can be had here, with obstacle courses fit for several age groups. Get out there and enjoy it!
Chamizal National Memorial
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The Chamizal National Memorial is one of the most notable monuments in the United States, and it’s there to commemorate the peaceful Chamizal border settlement — a very important agreement in the history of the U.S.
El Paso Zoo
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If you and the kids want to see nature up close and personal, make a trip to the El Paso Zoo to learn more about the world and what’s inside it. Guided tours will get you a more personal view, though you can also show up at the zoo for a quick stroll through what they have in store.
Keystone Heritage Park and Desert Botanical Gardens
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Keystone Heritage Park and Desert Botanical Gardens are famous natural attractions in El Paso — one of the top-rated spots for picnics and walking trails. If either of these ideas strikes your fancy, take the kids for an affordable day out and see an incredible view.
Unique Things to do in El Paso with Kids
Cohen Stadium (El Paso Diablos)
If you and the kids are sports fans, then one of the first attractions you should add to your trip is a stop at Cohen Stadium. It’s the home of the famous team, the El Paso Diablos — and if you visit this place on the right day, you might even see them in action. Check the schedule ahead if you want to know what’s happening around the time you want to visit!
Western Playland Amusement Park
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The Western Playland Amusement Park is the great Wild West experience we all wish we could have had as kids. Fully equipped and supervised, kids can have a lot of fun (and stop for some great themed snacks on the way). While a trip here can incur unforeseen, quick expenses, it’s worth it.
Railroad & Transportation Museum El Paso
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The Railroad & Transportation Museum is a great place to visit if you have always wanted to know more about the history of how humanity gets around. One of the best things about this exhibit is the interactive aspect: take the guided tour, and you will get to see right inside some of the oldest train carriages anywhere.
Things to Do in El Paso This Weekend with Kids
Texas River Float
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If you want to spend a day on the water, there’s the Texas River Float. Be sure to prepare if you and the kids don’t know whether anyone gets seasick — and just in case, stop by a drug store for some over-the-counter seasickness stuff just before you intend to go out on this trip.
White Spur Park
Do you want to spend some time in a world of fantasy, castles, and dragons? White Spur Park is a great thematic experience that can be just as fun for imaginative adults. Most of the time, there’s something to do and see here!
Franklin Mountains State Park
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If you and the kids are active, then make sure you visit Franklin Mountains State Park. Several great walking trails start here, and if you don’t want to walk around for most of the trip, you can also spend a great day relaxing and taking in the park’s atmosphere.
Indoor Things to Do in El Paso with Kids
Fiesta Lanes
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Visit Fiesta Lanes in El Paso if you would like to spend your day indoors and experience some old-school classic bowling greatness. Bowling with the kids is just as much fun now as it was decades ago — and yes, bowling is still considered a sport!
Cattleman’s Steakhouse
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There’s almost no better dining experience in town than Cattleman’s Steakhouse. Even if you have a vegetarian in the family, Cattleman’s Steakhouse has a great menu filled with comfort food. Even the fussiest eaters will find something they love — and volumes have been written about their great selection of desserts and milkshakes!
El Paso Museum of Art
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The El Paso Museum of Art is the number one place to visit if you want to experience some of the best sculptures, paintings, and historical art pieces anywhere in Texas. Take the kids here for an affordable guided tour, or stop by any time and make your way through the museum at your own desired pace.
El Paso Museum of Archaeology
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If you and the kids are fans of Indiana Jones or Bones, you might want to take them straight to the El Paso Museum of Archaeology first. Here, you can find some of the most notable discoveries that have ever been made in El Paso — and the guided tour will tell you everything you need to know about the area and its great history.
Things to Do in Downtown El Paso with Kids
Southwest University Park
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If you and the kids are baseball fans, don’t think El Paso has just one stadium to show you. There’s also Southwest University Park, where many of the famous teams go to practice. Check the schedule before you visit if you want to know more about what’s happening on specific days of the week.
Bob-O’s Family Fun Center
If you have younger kids in the family, it can be difficult to find age-appropriate activities that everyone can still enjoy. Bob-O’s Family Fun Center has simple obstacle courses and games for younger kids and a restaurant in view for the older kids and parents to stay busy while kids have fun.
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