Overview

Tier Rating: 3 STARS (Good Addition)

Kid Appeal: 4/5 stars

A hands-on children's museum with interactive exhibits designed for younger kids. Good backup for hot afternoon or rainy day (rare in December).

Key Details

  • Address: 200 S 6th Ave (Downtown)
  • Hours: Tue-Sun 9 AM - 5 PM | Thu until 7 PM | Closed Monday
  • Cost: $11 per person, Under 12 months FREE
  • Parking: Metered street ($1/2 hrs, FREE weekends)
  • Time Needed: 2-3 hours
  • Distance from Rillito Park: 5 miles, 15 min

Discounts

  • FREE Thursday evenings 5-7 PM (Discovery Nights)
  • Military: 1 free child per ID
  • Pima County Library card: 2 free admissions (Act One Culture Pass)

What Kids Will Love (Ages 6 & 9)

  • Interactive play exhibits
  • Age 6 may enjoy more than age 9 (skews younger)
  • Good energy-burning option

Pro Tips

  • Combine with downtown lunch
  • Thursday evening free admission is great value
  • Nearby: Hotel Congress, downtown restaurants

Nearby Attractions

4th Avenue Shopping

Indie shops nearby

Mercado San Agustin

Market and food nearby

Nearby Restaurants

Ruiz Hot Dogs

Authentic Chipilon dogs nearby!

Cup Cafe

Historic Hotel Congress