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Exploritorium
4.6 ★★★★★ 464 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Skokie, Illinois
Clean, well-kept space for kids featuring slides, rock climbing, water play and a climbing structure.
Plan your visit
- Ages parents visit with kids 3–10, going by reviews
- Admission around $6 — prices change and often vary by age or day, so check with the venue
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (847) 929-7744
- Website exploritorium.org
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
What parents highlight
“It’s clean, safe, and full of creative, hands-on activities that keep children engaged for hours.”
“The play areas are well-designed for all ages from toddlers to older kids and everything is kept neat and organized.”
“It’s also a great spot for birthday parties and playdates, with plenty of space for kids to explore and have fun while parents relax.”
“At $8 per person since we aren’t residents, it’s very affordable compared to other places.”
What parents say
This is a fun place to come on rainy days or any day. It is the cheapest place to bring children. $5 per residence and $6 for non-residents. It has a two-story climbing structure where older children expand most of the time.
Think of it as an indoor playground with lots of fun activities to keep toddlers occupied for about 2 hours (in our case) They have water play, wall climbing, train set, tubes, tunnels etc. Try to go on a weekday, because it's less crowded. Free parking is always a plus!
The Exploratorium in Skokie is such a wonderful place for kids and families! It’s clean, safe, and full of creative, hands-on activities that keep children engaged for hours. The play areas are well-designed for all ages from toddlers to older kids and everything is kept neat and organized.
Small but fun place for kids. The entrance fee is pretty reasonable. Adults will also have to pay and entrance fee. Even though the place is small it has enough items to keep kids occupied for a few hours. It can get really crowded. There are costumes, magnetic toys, giant blocks, rock climbing and many more.
Birthday parties at Exploritorium
Exploritorium hosts birthday parties, going by their listing and parent reviews. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular playgrounds.
Bringing a toddler?
Reviews and the venue's own info mention a dedicated toddler area or toddler times at Exploritorium — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
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