Spokane Weekend with Kids

Gateway to the outdoor recreation mecca of the Idaho panhandle and Montana, Spokane WA is an often-overlooked city rapidly coming into its own. Families will find the perfect mix of big city culture and laid-back country charm while exploring its vibrant downtown and outlying natural areas.

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Red Lion Hotel at the Park
Downtown Spokane now boasts several upscale and newly renovated hotels, but with the kids in tow, the Red Lion can't be beat for location and family-friendly features. Located practically in the lap of Riverfront Park, kids will love the outdoor pool with slide and adults will love the well-appointed gym.
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Clinkerdagger Restaurant
Clinkerdagger, a Spokane institution of over 34 years, somehow manages to be family-friendly and upscale at the same time. In other words, you'll feel like you're enjoying a special night out AND eating a fun meal with the kids at the same time. American/Northwest cuisine. $$
With a construction zone, enchanted forest, and art stations, Mobius is great for little ones through elementary-aged kids.
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Riverfront Park
Riverfront Park is one of the crown jewels of Spokane, and with good reason. This sprawling downtown greenbelt offers a full carnival (turned ice skating rink in winter), historic carousel, IMAX, acres of lawn and shade, bike rentals, playgrounds, city fountains, and more. If you're staying near the park and think you'll spend a good d... More >
Riverfront Park is one of the crown jewels of Spokane, and with good reason. This sprawling downtown greenbelt offers a full carnival (turned ice skating rink in winter), historic carousel, IMAX, acres of lawn and shade, bike rentals, playgrounds, city fountains, and more. If you're staying near the park and think you'll spend a good deal of time here, consider buying the kids an all-day pass, good for any of the rides and attractions. At $12 and up, they're great deals! If you visit in the summer months, chances are good your trip will coincide with one of Spokane's many festivals housed in the park.
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Mobius Kids Children's Museum
Mobius is a great alternative to Riverfront Park in the case of cold or rainy weather, or just a good stop when kids grow weary of shopping in downtown's Riverfront Place. With a construction zone, enchanted forest, and art stations, Mobius is great for little ones through elementary-aged kids. Check to see if your NW children's museum... More >
Mobius is a great alternative to Riverfront Park in the case of cold or rainy weather, or just a good stop when kids grow weary of shopping in downtown's Riverfront Place. With a construction zone, enchanted forest, and art stations, Mobius is great for little ones through elementary-aged kids. Check to see if your NW children's museum membership gets you free entry! (Otherwise, general admission is $5.75.)
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Silverwood Amusement Park
Just a few miles outside Coeur d'Alene (30 minutes from Spokane), Silverwood is one of the last remaining truly family-oriented theme parks. Small enough to manage without any stress but big enough to entertain everyone all day, Silverwood is still a deal at $41 for adults and just $21 for kids. Consider combining this day with a stop ... More >
Just a few miles outside Coeur d'Alene (30 minutes from Spokane), Silverwood is one of the last remaining truly family-oriented theme parks. Small enough to manage without any stress but big enough to entertain everyone all day, Silverwood is still a deal at $41 for adults and just $21 for kids. Consider combining this day with a stop to swim or picnic on the shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene!
Clinkerdagger, a Spokane institution of over 34 years, somehow manages to be family-friendly and upscale at the same time.
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Green Bluff
Located about 15 miles from the city at the base of Mt. Spokane, Green Bluff makes for a fun outdoor activity. With U-pick fruit, berries, and vegetables at nearly every time of year, visitors can spend time in the fields of over a dozen farms and browse the country stores for the perfect pie or jam. Get a map of the area when you enter on Mt. Spokane Rd (just follow the signs!) During the harvest season, prepare for crowds... More
Located about 15 miles from the city at the base of Mt. Spokane, Green Bluff makes for a fun outdoor activity. With U-pick fruit, berries, and vegetables at nearly every time of year, visitors can spend time in the fields of over a dozen farms and browse the country stores for the perfect pie or jam. Get a map of the area when you enter on Mt. Spokane Rd (just follow the signs!) During the harvest season, prepare for crowds (and a carnival-like atmosphere). $
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Amy Hagstrom Whitley
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