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Children's Museum of Sonoma County

4.8 ★★★★★ 796 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Santa Rosa, California

Toddler-friendly Sensory-friendly

Cheerful museum for kids featuring interactive educational activities, plus an explorative garden.

Plan your visit

  • Ages parents visit with kids 2–8, going by reviews
  • Café on site somewhere to grab a coffee and sit while the kids play
  • Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd come back often
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (707) 546-4069
  • Website cmosc.org

Hours

Monday 9 AM–4 PM
Tuesday Closed
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 796 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 spotless & clean 6 mentions

“The museum is well maintained and the various displays and activities are very engaging.”

👶 great for toddlers 9 mentions

“16$ for 1 year olds and older but they do have discount options if you have ebt or wic, ext.”

😊 friendly staff 3 mentions

“The entire establishment (restrooms included) is clean, the staff are friendly, and there are vending machines where drinks and snacks can be purchased.”

café for parents 3 mentions

“And if you need an energy boost; there is a small coffee and tea stand to enjoy 💕”

What parents say

The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County is pure magic the kind of place where learning feels like play and every corner holds a new adventure waiting to be discovered. From the moment we walked in, our kids were captivated by the hands-on exhibits that seem perfectly designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

★★★★★ — Rhett, Aug 2025

hidden gem for kids we were visiting from out of town and looked up play place for kids near me and came across this, we spent 3 hours staying busy with unique activities my kids are 1&5 and they loved it super cute! 16$ for 1 year olds and older but they do have discount options if you have ebt or wic, ext.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Jun 2023

This has become one of our families frequent stops while passing through Santa Rosa. The museum is well maintained and the various displays and activities are very engaging. There are both indoor and outdoor activities, and both areas have ample seating for parents.

★★★★☆ — Matthew, Feb 2020

Toddler heaven! My 22 month old loved every corner, nook and cranny whether inside or outside! Perfect place to bring your toddler/s to get their energy out. They thought of everything a toddler could want to see, touch, and play! Went here on Friday and they had Musical Story-Telling in the morning.

★★★★★ — Dita, Aug 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 796 reviews →

Bringing a toddler?

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

Sensory-friendly play

Children's Museum of Sonoma County is mentioned for sensory-friendly sessions — typically quieter play times with lights and music turned down. Schedules for these change, so call ahead to confirm the next session before you go.

Where to find Children's Museum of Sonoma County

1835 W Steele Ln, Santa Rosa, CA95403

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