Children's Museums
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
📍 2121 Children's Museum Dr, Denver, CO 80211🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
About Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Hands-on learning exhibits for kids. An old fire truck, bubble-blowing lab & other interactive exhibits help kids learn by participating. The bubble-blowing lab is noted by multiple visitors as one of the best bubble exhibits they have experienced, suggesting it is a standout interactive experience at the museum. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,624 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- All ages (requires adult-child pair)
- Hours
- Daily 9 am - 4 pm
- Admission
- $19.75 kids (2-59), $17.75 adults (60+), free under 1
- Highlights
- Adventure Forest, Joy Park River, Catawampus exhibits
💡 Did You Know?
- The bubble-blowing lab is noted by multiple visitors as one of the best bubble exhibits they have experienced, suggesting it is a standout interactive experience at the museum
- The museum operates under a strict policy requiring both adults and children to be paired together - no unaccompanied adults or children are allowed, which is an unusual operational model
- Adventure Forest exhibit opened May 6, representing a recent major expansion of the museum's offerings
- The museum offers significant ticket discounts through CityPASS (save up to 42%) and special $12 Tuesday nights on select dates, plus free admission nights quarterly, making it accessible for budget-conscious families
💬 What Visitors Say
- Bring your own lunch to save significantly on food costs. The on-site café is expensive ($2 for granola bars, $8 for sandwiches, $3-6 for candy), making packed meals a smart budget choice.
- Start with the Bubble Room first thing when you arrive—it's the most popular exhibit and gets crowded quickly. Going early helps you experience it with fewer kids.
- Plan for a half to full day visit as there are numerous hands-on activities across multiple areas including the maker space, art studio, outdoor play area, and climbing courses. This justifies a membership if you're a local.
- Take advantage of $12 Tuesday Nights for discounted admission, and watch for Joy Park Free Nights (quarterly: June 19, July 17, August 21, September 25) to reduce costs.
- The outdoor area is larger than expected with helmet-required activities—the museum provides helmets, so plan time for this expanded play space that kids genuinely enjoy.
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