Minnesota Children's Museum

About Minnesota Children's Museum

Minnesota Children's Museum is a children's museum in St Paul, MN. The museum features a world debut special exhibit called 'Monsters on Vacation' opening June 23, making it the first venue to showcase this exhibit. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,239 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 🕐Visit at 9am or within 2 hours before closing for the quietest experience. Arriving during these times allows for a more relaxed exploration of exhibits, especially important for families with young children or those wanting to avoid crowds.
• 💬Plan for at least 1.5-2 hours minimum, though 4+ hours is ideal to fully experience all three floors. Families report easily spending a full day without exhausting activities, so budget accordingly and validate parking at the front desk.
• 💡The museum is well-designed for multi-age groups. The Sprout area (0-3) and second floor have padded flooring ideal for babies and crawlers, while laser beam exhibits and the big slide appeal to older kids (ages 3-12). This makes it excellent for families with wide age ranges.
• 💬Membership is highly worthwhile if visiting regularly. Multiple reviewers mention purchasing yearly passes and visiting weekly, with one noting it's worth the trek from the south metro for full-day activities. Calculate if 2-3 visits per year would justify membership cost.
• 💡Join the Birthday Club for free birthday month goodies to extend your savings. The interactive water tables, car wash area with new water vapor bubbles, and rotating seasonal exhibits (like the upcoming Monsters on Vacation opening June 23) mean exhibits change frequently, providing reasons for repeat visits.