The water park was great but we got charged for ice and water by some of the employees but one of…read morethe employees didn't charge us and if that is a rule you should change it because it is a hot day and people need water it is a necessity especially at a water park and they don't have a price for the water and ice so they just made us pay for a bottle of water this is completely unacceptable and im very unhappy with it

We went shortly after the new kids area opened. Very busy, but well worth it. We ended up getting a…read morepicnic table over cover which was very hard to come by. All of the kids friendly rides had lines that went quickly but it was a great variety of slides, splash pools, mini wave pool and tube rides. Lots of walking but worth it. I do suggest some water shoes as the ground was scorching. It's easy to bring a wagon with food and drinks and spend the whole day there. A little pricey but kids under 40" are free so it was great for my toddler.

Pretzel and pretzel bites are amazing. Got the shareable nachos. Hardly and cheese and burnt…read more Extremely dry and lacking flavor. Had to add liquid cheese from the pretzel bites for extra flavor. Definitely NOT worth $15. Oh almost forgot!! The guacamole is the nasty, pre packaged plastic tasting CRAP!!!

Twice this year we had birthday parties here. It was great fun for all who attended…read more Plenty of things to do and so worth getting the birthday room package even if you dont have enough kids...why? Because the wrist bands that come with the birthday package can be used at a different time if they arent activated the day of the party. We GoKart'd, Laser Tagged, Hung out in the airel course, played some games inside. Never made it to bowling but you could:) Teenage boys had a full 4 hours of running around and I am sure we will do it again next year. If you ask nice they will even let you have your party time in the room at the end of your stay. This was super helpful as the boys got out their energy and were ready for Pizza and Cake before going home. Also, no upset tummies to keep them from enjoying the outdoor activities.

Overall, I would say the place is really great for kids. It's a little small but you can definitely…read morespend a few hours here depending on how quick your kid loses interest. Was very shocked to find tigers that are like most people reviewed. A lot of really cool fish. The restaurant was overall a good experience. It's really cool that you get to look at fish while you're eating. Service was OK but I think it was just really busy. Food was decent but overpriced.

Went here with my boyfriend for a date night on a Sunday. Parking was $7.99. The aquarium itself…read morewas neat, but it's pretty small. We walked through everything in about 30 minutes. They did have a tiger, which was definitely unexpected and cool to see. We also got a caricature done, which ended up being one of the best parts of the visit. A colored face-only drawing for two people was $30. It was listed as a 10-minute drawing, but it took closer to 30 minutes. The artist was really nice, though, and recommended we eat at the restaurant. we stopped at the gift shop and got some cute plushies before. Unfortunately, that's where the experience went downhill. We had a reservation and were seated around 6:20. We got Liz as our server. she was very sweet and one of the calmer servers on a busy night. otherwise service was very slow. We ordered the Herb-Roasted Salmon and the Coconut Shrimp. After waiting about 45 minutes, the manager came over to tell us they were out of the coconut shrimp and recommended the Shrimp Platter instead, so we went with that. The salmon tasted overly fishy, and the asparagus was undercooked, although the mashed potatoes were actually really good. As for the Shrimp Platter, the fried shrimp was mostly breading, the bacon-wrapped shrimp was just kind of strange, and the grilled shrimp was the only part we really enjoyed. The fries were good, but the beans and green beans weren't. It also took quite a while to get our check, and dinner ended up costing around $80. Overall, I'd skip the restaurant. The aquarium is worth checking out once, especially if you have young kids, but I probably wouldn't come back for another date night.

Inexpensive warm-weather fun for the whole family! I love that there are play areas for kids of…read moremany different heights/ages including the splash pad and shallower pool with walk-in entry for the little ones. The day we went was very hot and crowded but there was still available seating and what looked like more than adequate lifeguards to keep everyone safe in each area. I'll update my rating if future visits change my opinion, but as things stand I can't wait to bring the kiddos here weekly all summer since it's so close to us. (And yes, there are people of various ages and genders wearing very little clothing, including revealing swimwear. I also saw adults and children in extremely modest clothing covering everything but faces, hands, and feet. This is a public water park in a country that allows freedom of expression, so dress yourself and your family how you prefer and avert your eyes from anything that bothers you if you choose to visit.)

Fun place to swim and play. Took my 3 year old son there, unfortunately he was too small for the…read morebig slides but he was able to go down the smaller ones and had lots of fun.

We went to 21+ event. Chicken Fight & Burger Brawl it was a…read moregreat time. 40+ Restaurants serving wings, burgers and drinks, we voted for the best in each category and got to ride the rides. Will plan to attend the event in years to come.

I've visited three times now but this most recent time stood out the most. The staff was generally…read morefriendly and accommodating to our group of kids with disabilities. It was easy to get an accessible ride pass, although one of our kids was disappointed with the lack of accessible rides in the waterpark. The biggest issue was that all of the food places in the park closed right at dinner time, starting at 5:30pm, with no warning. We ended up running around all over the park before finding the last place open, but they didn't have enough food left to serve our whole group.

Best Birthday Party Experience Ever -- for Kids and Adults…read more We hosted Stella's 4th birthday party at Bounce Empire, and it was hands down one of the coolest places we've ever had a party. What truly sets Bounce Empire apart is that it's not just for kids -- it actually considers the adults too. So many kids' birthday venues forget about the parents, but not here. There's a full bar, massage pods, a movie theater room with recliners to watch sports, chess tables, and a beautiful outdoor patio with mountain views. It felt more like a resort than a kids' party venue. And the bounce houses? Definitely not just for kids. All the adults had an absolute blast too. They even have DJs! We were there for an 11 a.m. party so we didn't get to experience the DJ that day, but I've been here before for a late-night adult girls' party and it's just as fun for adults as it is for kids. Now I have to talk about the event planner, Ariann -- because she truly made this experience unforgettable. As a mom of two, getting somewhere early to set up balloons, cups, decorations, food, cupcakes, candles... it's usually stressful and exhausting. This time? I didn't lift a single finger. Ariann handled everything. Setup, food, cupcakes, candles, décor, and even cleanup. I was able to just be present and actually enjoy my child's birthday party -- which honestly almost made me cry. That kind of care and support is priceless. We never felt rushed, the party flowed perfectly, and it was by far the most laid-back, fun, and stress-free birthday party we've ever had -- for our kid. Is it a bit pricey? Yes. Is it 100% worth it? Absolutely. I would recommend Bounce Empire to anyone looking for a birthday party that truly caters to everyone -- kids and adults. We will definitely be back.

If you have kids who are between 4 and 6 years old, this is a 5-star place. It's huge, filled with…read morefun inflatables beyond anything you've ever seen, and it's clean inside. Your kids will have an absolute blast. If you have toddlers, this is not the place for them yet. They'll have a tough time negotiating all of the bounce houses and obstacle courses, and the slides will be a little too fast for them. One day, they'll love it, but not yet. If you're a parent or just going as an adult, prepare for a lot of STEEP slides, fun obstacles, and a fun few hours to be a kid again. It's an active, high energy place, and as long as you are ready to unleash your inner kid, you'll have a great time. The inflatables are incredible. The live DJ makes it feel special. Overall, it's so much better than you'd ever expect.

This place was amazing! It was so fun coming here and riding the go carts. The space is so well…read moredecorated and makes it ten times cooler. The actual go carts are so fast and fun- perfect for a small get together with friends. However the one draw back is the price. It was around $50 a person which was quite price. There was also a wait but overall it was fun. Great birthday place for a small party or a family event!

This was a fun time & an easy to plan event! To make a reservation you need at least eight racers…read more (Spectators can come & watch, no charge.) We had ten racers & a group of spectators. Each racer got two 12 lap races, food & drink, one hour reserved seating, arcade tokens & top finishers got medals - plus all racers got to race together with a reserved time. The price was about $80 per racer. We paid separately for additional food for spectators. These go carts are electric, so no smell & pretty quiet. A few things to note, racers need to be at least 48 inches tall & if you have more than twelve racers you then split into two groups. Also, K1 has an Arrive & Drive option for just racing, it's first come first serve. The day we went was for a birthday. After checking in racers registered & signed waivers after which they got balaclavas & helmets. Instructions were given but it was rather hard to hear. Our racers had a blast...they loved it - it was a great experience. Right after racing our lunch was ready, it was served buffet style. We choose Cheese & Pepperoni Pizzas, BBQ & Buffalo Chicken Wings & soft drinks. There were no salad or vegan options. The pizza was good, however the wings were even better & delicious. Since we were a big group we had a private party room. The only outside food allowed was dessert. Our party ran smoothly, the staff was friendly & very helpful. All in all a great time!

I never thought I was a zoo person, but this completely changed my mind…read more I visited during the zoo's extended summer hours (Fridays and Saturdays until 9 p.m.--despite what Google Maps says!), and it was one of the best decisions I could have made. We practically had the zoo to ourselves! Google still lists the zoo as closing at 4 p.m. every day, and I don't think the zoo advertises these evening hours nearly enough. Going later in the day made the experience so much better. First, it was much cooler and more comfortable. Second, the animals were incredibly active because the heat had died down. And third, many of them were being fed their dinner near the viewing areas, so we got to watch them up close in a way you normally wouldn't. The staff and volunteers were another highlight. Everyone we talked to was friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely excited to answer questions and share stories about the animals. You can tell they're passionate about both the animals and the zoo's conservation efforts. I also learned how important it is to support AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) accredited zoos. I came away really impressed by everything the Denver Zoo does for conservation, research, and animal care. If anything, I think they should do a better job of bragging about all the incredible work they're doing--it deserves more attention! One of my favorite moments was watching the tiger stroll across the overhead bridge directly above us. The elephants have a similar crossing, although they weren't using it while we were there. The habitats throughout the zoo were beautifully designed and created such an immersive, interactive experience. I can't recommend visiting during the extended summer hours enough. It felt like having a private zoo experience, and I'll absolutely be back!

We went on a Saturday. It was extremely hot... Very little shade and long walks to each bathroom. I…read morewas very overheated. I started feeling bad for the animals who looked overheated not an ideal zoo for me to return to... there needs to be more shade.... It was just a very uncomfortable experience. One of the exhibits at the end even had a stand-up fan on some of the birds.