Enjoy family fun at the Children's Museum of Phoenix

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Key Info

215 N 7th St.

Price & Hours

$19 for adults; free for infants
Tues-Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Details

Museums
Time to Spend: 2 hours to Half Day

Overview

The Children's Museum of Phoenix is a beloved destination for families, featuring over 300 play experiences across three floors. Spread over more than 48,000 square feet, the museum offers an array of exhibits designed for infants and children up to age 10. Some popular exhibits include a miniature grocery store, a noodle "forest" created from suspended pool noodles, a climbing structure, and a fort-building area among many other engaging activities.

Visitor Experiences

Recent visitors have praised the museum for being an excellent place for kids to expend their energy. Many families reported spending several hours exploring the diverse exhibits. The museum's efforts to cater to infants and toddlers with designated spaces have also been well-received. Some reviewers even claimed it to be the best children's museum they have ever visited.

Location

The Children's Museum of Phoenix is conveniently located downtown, within walking distance of the Arizona Science Center.

Tickets and Admission

Admission to the museum is $19 per person, while children younger than 1 year old can enter for free. The museum also features an on-site cafe, and visitors are welcome to bring their own food to enjoy in the designated dining spaces located on the second floor.

Hours of Operation

The museum is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more details, you can visit the museum's official website.

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