Children's Museums

Children's Underground

Yakima, WA

Hands-on children’s play space inside Yakima Valley Museum with a frontier town, train set, reading nook, and story times.

Children's Underground play area inside Yakima Valley Museum.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Best approached as a museum play space rather than a full-scale indoor playground, but a very worthwhile Yakima option for younger kids.

Good fit

  • Preschoolers and younger elementary kids who like imaginative play corners
  • Families pairing indoor play with a museum outing
  • Playdates that benefit from a calmer reading-and-discovery component

Consider another option if

  • Kids seeking trampolines, obstacle courses, or large climbing structures
  • Families who want food service or party-center style amenities
  • Visitors looking for a standalone private-play venue

Know Before You Go

Supervision model
Caregiver supervised

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Pretend play
  • Museum exhibits
  • Open play

For caregivers

  • Caregiver supervised
Visit type
museum play corner
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Children's Underground is the kid-focused play space inside Yakima Valley Museum, built around imaginative, hands-on discovery rather than big climbing equipment. Families will find a kid-sized frontier town, train set, blocks, puppets, puzzles, and a cozy reading nook, making it a good fit for slower museum playdates. It works especially well for younger children and families already interested in pairing play with a museum visit.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

Check posted weekly hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Mondayclosed
Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundayclosed

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
Adult admission$8
Child admission$5 for ages 6-18
Senior Admission$6
Student Admission$6

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Sensory Notes

Quieter and less physically intense than trampoline parks or large entertainment centers

Location

2105 Tieton Drive

Yakima, WA, 98902

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Sources & Updates

3 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 7, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Apr 7, 2026
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What changed

  • April 7, 2026

    Verified official museum pricing, children's-area features, and open days.