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Boston Children's Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ 6,655 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Boston, Massachusetts

Toddler-friendly

Fun, hands-on educational exhibits aimed at kids 11 & under, plus a play space for toddlers.

Plan your visit

  • Ages 0–12 — the venue's own stated range
  • Admission around $24 — prices change and often vary by age or day, so check with the venue
  • Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd come back often
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (617) 426-6500
  • Website bostonchildrensmuseum.org

Hours

Monday 9 AM–4 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM
Thursday 9 AM–4 PM
Friday 9 AM–4 PM
Saturday 9 AM–4 PM
Sunday 9 AM–4 PM

Hours can shift for holidays and private events — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What parents highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 6,655 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

👶 great for toddlers 7 mentions

“I visited w/ my 1 year old and 4 other dads w/ 1 year olds - the playspace (area for 0-3 yr olds) reservation was sold out but we had no issue going in as a walk-in.”

What parents say

If you have a 3 - 8 year old drop what you are currently doing and head to Seaport! Dedicated areas for different developmental stages with lots of climbing, fine motor skills activities, and imaginative play. A three story giant climber in the lobby will give you a nice break as a parent, who doesnt need that right!?

★★★★★ — Treavor, Jan 2026

The staff was so nice and patient, and we went during the 1-4pm Sunday afternoon time slots when tickets cost $1 for each person. It was a 3-floor building with a lot of interactive exhibits for the kids, including water tables and soap/bubble tables, and jungle gyms.

★★★★★ — Serene, Feb 2024

Great place for young kids! Lots of hands-on, interactive exhibits that keep toddlers and elementary-age children engaged and learning. Perfect for play and discovery, especially with younger children.

★★★★★ — Zhuldyz, Jan 2026

Loved loved loved this museum. So much to do and so interactive. So many elements make it fun and educational for a variety of age groups. Plenty of things to get active and pretend play

★★★★★ — Jane, Nov 2025

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Bringing a toddler?

Reviews and the venue's own info mention a dedicated toddler area or toddler times at Boston Children's Museum — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.

Where to find Boston Children's Museum

308 Congress St, Boston, MA02210

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