Children's Museum of Discovery

About Children's Museum of Discovery

Playful, hands-on exhibits for kids. Lively indoor & outdoor museum providing interactive educational exhibits for children. Features Sebastian the tortoise as a live animal resident that guests can observe and interact with during visits and special presentations. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,212 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💡Start with the toddler tidepool area and enclosed toddler play section (ages 2 and under) early in your visit to avoid crowds. Multiple reviews highlight this as a peaceful space to acclimate younger children before exploring the larger museum.
• 💬Plan for 2-3 hours minimum to explore both indoor and outdoor areas thoroughly. The museum is purposefully compact, making it ideal for young children with short attention spans, but reviewers consistently mention spending hours discovering all stations.
• 💡If visiting with children ages 2-8, prioritize the outdoor area exhibits including the dinosaur fossil dig sandbox, water table, wind tunnel, and gardening sections—these are consistently highlighted as the most engaging hands-on activities.
• 💬EBT/SNAP/CalFresh/WIC cardholders can bring up to 4 people at just $2 per person (versus $14), and group rates of $12 per person apply for groups of 10+. If you're a repeat visitor, membership pays for itself quickly.
• 💡Arrive with an open mind about learning—staff members are noted as exceptionally kind and helpful in guiding families through exhibits. Ask them about current seasonal workshops like Jimbo's Garden Workshop or Fun Animal Friday events for enhanced experiences.