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San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
4.6 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Indoor playground in San Luis Obispo, California
A range of temporary & permanent interactive exhibits designed to inspire learning through play.
Plan your visit
- Admission around $3 — 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 (805) 544-5437
- Website slocm.org
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
What parents highlight
“There were plenty of restrooms and hand sanitizer stations everywhere.”
“The first is more suited to ages 6+, the second for younger and the top floor for toddlers.”
What parents say
This place is so much fun. It has so many activities and something for everyone. It’s clean and organized. This was a great stop on the way from north oc to Monterey, my daughter could play and have fun even longer than the 90 mins we were there. And thanks to the museum for the cal-fresh discount on admission.
This is an awesome place for the kids to play and paint. There is so much stuff to do for kids of all ages. It’s 3 stories and an outdoor area. I would highly recommend stopping by.
We are members and come a few times a month. It's a fun place for little kids to get out of the house and work off some energy. There are 3 floors. The first is more suited to ages 6+, the second for younger and the top floor for toddlers.
My grandson had so much fun. Three stories of different activities. The staff were very friendly. There were plenty of restrooms and hand sanitizer stations everywhere. Masks are required so don't forget them.
Birthday parties at San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. 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 San Luis Obispo Children's Museum — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
Sensory-friendly play
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum 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.
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