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Visitor tip
Nursing mothers and caregivers of infants will appreciate the quiet corners, numerous bathrooms throughout the facility, and thoughtfully designed nursing spaces - this museum is exceptionally parent-friendly
Visitor tip
Start with the water and garage rooms as they're consistently mentioned as visitor favorites - this helps you hit high-interest exhibits early when energy levels are highest
About Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Hands-on exhibits, play areas & classes. Children's museum for hands-on learning offers play areas, educational exhibits & puppet shows.
Quick Facts
- Recognition
- #1 Best Children's Museum in America (USA Today 10Best 2026)
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 10 AM-5 PM (MuseumLab Sat-Sun Noon-5 PM)
- Featured Experience
- Tapescape — 16 miles of packing tape to climb, slide and crawl through (through May 10)
- Admission
- $8 at 3:00 pm daily, $10 on select dates, free with donation or membership
What visitors say
Its been ages since I've been here. Totally dropped the ball on bathing suits, but my kids had a blast, and got wet anyways! So many different rooms and floors full of fun for kids! Id say its great for 12 and younger.
Truly a gem that we are so lucky to have here in Pittsburgh. A great way to spend a day with children to inspire them and tire them out! Every floor and separate area reveals a new adventure and you can tell so much thought was put into…
I visited the museum with my 4 kids (2 months, 3, 6, and 8) today and we had a great time. They enjoyed every floor, but the water and the “garage” rooms were definitely the favorites. I loved the extra steps taken to make this place…
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Did You Know?
- Tapescape is a rolling landscape exhibit made from 16 miles of packing tape, creating a unique sensory and visual experience
- The museum offers specialized programming including Brick Club, a 7-week program specifically designed for neurodivergent youth
- The museum has thoughtfully designed inclusive spaces such as quiet nursing corners and multiple bathrooms strategically placed for toddlers, plus a handwashing sink with touchless soap dispensing
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