Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Denver, CO
Major Denver children's museum with hands-on indoor exhibits, imaginative play, maker spaces, and strong appeal for babies through about age 8.
The museum mixes pretend play, hands-on exhibits, and active learning spaces.
Editorial notes
What stands out
The best all-around indoor play-and-discovery option in central Denver if you want far more variety than a standard playground visit.
Good fit
- Babies through about age 8 who love open-ended exploration
- Families who want enough exhibit variety for a half-day outing
- Parents considering a membership for repeat visits
Consider another option if
- Families looking for a quick low-cost stop
- Visitors who specifically want a single contained soft-play structure
- Kids who only want high-adrenaline climbing play
Know Before You Go
- Supervision
- Adults must attend with children; children cannot visit alone
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Family restrooms
- Food available
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- exploratory museum play
Read more about this location
The Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus is one of the metro's flagship family destinations, combining hands-on indoor exhibits, imaginative play, sensory-rich stations, art, water, and movement-based exploration. Although it is broader than a simple indoor playground, it clearly fits the family indoor-play niche thanks to its strong play-first design for younger children. It works especially well for babies through about age 8, with enough variety to reward longer visits and repeat membership use.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
The museum includes varied exhibit environments rather than a single noise profile
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver, CO, 80211
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 6, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 6, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Children's Museum of Denver official websitemychildsmuseum.org
Checked: operating status, address, phone, hours, admission pricing
- Children's Museum of Denver exhibitsmychildsmuseum.org
Checked: indoor exhibit lineup, play features
What changed
April 6, 2026
Verified current hours, admission pricing, and exhibit lineup from official museum pages.