Sacramento Children's Museum
Interactive museum designed for children.
More than just a museum - it's where Sacramento's youngest explorers test, create, and discover. The perfect break from theme parks while keeping kids engaged.
Spark your child's imagination at Sacramento Children's Museum! Hands-on exhibits, interactive water play, and STEM activities make this the perfect educational stop for families. Fun meets learning in every corner.
Why Visit?
- Interactive Learning: 20+ hands-on exhibits blending play with STEM education
- All-Weather Fun: Indoor playground perfect for Sacramento's hot summers/rainy days
- Age-Optimized Zones: Separate areas for toddlers (0-3) and big kids (4-10)
- Local Flavor: Unique Sacramento-themed exhibits like "Waterways" showcasing the Delta
What to Expect
Top Exhibits:
- Art Studio: Daily rotating crafts (included with admission)
- Watt's Up?: Electricity experiments with safe circuits
- Build It!: Giant foam blocks and construction zone
- Toddler Garden: Soft-play area with sensory walls
Amenities:
- Stroller parking
- Nursing room
- On-site café (healthy kid meals under $8)
- Gift shop with educational toys
Pro Tips
Best Time: Weekday mornings (least crowded)
Age Advice: Ideal for 1-8 years (older kids may find it less engaging)
Save Money: Free admission on 1st Sundays (sponsored by SMUD)
Combine With: Fairytale Town (10-min drive) for full-day fun
Parking: Free lot (fills by 11 AM on weekends)
Essential Info
Address: 2701 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
From Downtown: 15-min drive via Hwy 50 East (Exit Zinfandel)
Public Transit: SacRT Bus 21 to Zinfandel/Prospect Park
Hours: Wed-Sun 9AM-4PM (closed Mon-Tue)
Admission: $12 (ages 1-64), free under 1
Ideal for young kids
check for special programs.
Address
2701 Prospect Park Dr, Sacramento, CA 95825Visit
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