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The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier
4.6 ★★★★★ 242 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Binghamton, New York
Interactive children's museum features 25+ themed play-&-learn exhibits & an outdoor story garden.
Plan your visit
- Ages 3–4 — the venue's own stated range
- Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd come back often
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (607) 773-8661
- Website thediscoverycenter.org
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–5 PM |
What parents highlight
“We brought a 2 year old, and she was able to enjoy nearly everything, but the place is geared for slightly older kids (3+, perhaps).”
“It was also extremely affordable, which makes it much easier for us to plan another trip back!”
What parents say
This place is a very well maintained, clean, and entertaining place for younger kids. We brought a 2 year old, and she was able to enjoy nearly everything, but the place is geared for slightly older kids (3+, perhaps). It is also surprisingly cheap. 4 adults and 1 kid cost $35.
Great experience at a great price! We had taken our kids over 10 years ago. We went with our daughter, son-in-law, and our granddaughter! The exhibits are all informative and hands on! Both indoor and outdoor activities are interesting and appropriate for all ages!
Let me just say this. I do not write reviews on places, but I absolutely LOVE Discovery Center! I’ve been going there since I was a kid and I still love going and carrying on the tradition with the new adds to the family. Each time I go they have new things !! I’m now almost 20 years old and still LOVE going..
Great visit. I highly recommend this place. !! My Grandkids love this place. Always an adventure .. from the hot air balloons and airplanes. To the fire truck. To the acting stage to the pirates ship and the grocery store .. we loved the underground tunnels and all of the adventures to be had at the Discovery center .
Birthday parties at The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier
The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier 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 The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
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