





Children's Museums
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
📍 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
About Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
Shows, workshops & interactive exhibits. Children of all ages explore more than 150 interactive exhibits including a full-size fire truck. The museum features over 150 interactive exhibits designed for open-ended play, including a full-size working fire truck that children can explore. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Experience
- Hands-on, open-ended play exhibits
- Main Exhibits
- WaterWays, Wonder Cabinet, Bill's Backyard, Exploration Portal
- Admission
- $22 adults/children, $20 seniors
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features over 150 interactive exhibits designed for open-ended play, including a full-size working fire truck that children can explore
- The WaterWays exhibit is particularly popular, featuring interactive water play stations with floating balls, water flow controls, and multiple ball and water launch features across different zones
- The museum has been operating for multiple generations, with visitors recalling childhood memories of exhibits like corn husk doll-making that remain accessible to current visitors
- The museum's philosophy emphasizes play as the primary way children make sense of the world, with exhibits specifically designed to have no single 'right way' to play, promoting imagination and exploration
💬 What Visitors Say
- The WaterWays exhibit is the clear crowd-pleaser and star attraction - prioritize visiting it early in your visit, especially with young children, as it combines water play with interactive balls and multiple water stations that captivate all age groups.
- Visit on weekdays rather than weekends to avoid crowds and have a more enjoyable experience, as multiple reviewers note the museum gets quite busy on weekends with loud, excited children.
- Budget 2-3 hours for your visit and note that parking is a significant challenge - use the Woz Way/87 lot with code PULSE26 ($7) and arrive early, as some visitors reported the parking situation being frustratingly difficult.
- Consider purchasing an annual membership, as multiple visitors recommend it as worthwhile for families who plan repeat visits - the $22 per-person admission makes a membership quickly pay for itself with just 2-3 visits.
- The museum is exceptionally welcoming for children with special needs and neurodivergent children - staff are attentive, supportive, and responsive to individual needs, making it an ideal destination for families with autistic or high-energy children.
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