Hawaii Children's Discovery Center
Kakaʻako Waterfront, Honolulu, HI
Hands-on children's museum near Kakaʻako Waterfront Park with indoor exhibits, toddler-friendly play areas, and family programming.
Rainforest Adventures is one of the museum's major interactive galleries.
Photo 1 of 2. Rainforest Adventures is one of the museum's major interactive galleries.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best for a thoughtful, mixed-age indoor outing where pretend play and hands-on exhibits matter as much as burning energy.
Good fit
- Families who want indoor learning play instead of pure climbing play
- Mixed-age sibling visits where toddlers and older kids can both engage
- Parents looking for memberships, museum programming, or birthday rentals
Consider another option if
- Kids mainly wanting trampolines, giant slides, or obstacle play
- Late-day visits after school on weekdays because the museum closes early
- Families expecting a drop-off style venue
Know Before You Go
- Food
- Food, gum, and drinks stay outside the galleries
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
- Hours vary due to private events
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Toddler area
For caregivers
- Cafe on site
- Food available
- Stroller parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Hands on museum and imaginative play
Read more about this location
Hawaii Children's Discovery Center is a nonprofit children's museum with multiple indoor galleries built around interactive, play-based learning. Families will find role-play spaces, sensory and science-style exhibits, and specific younger-child zones including Little Explorers and Tot Spot. It is a better fit for families who want imaginative, mixed-age learning play than for kids looking purely for climbing and bounce-heavy action.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Senior Admission | $8 |
| General Admission | $15 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Restroom Note
Official exhibit rules direct diaper changes to designated restroom areas
Location
111 Ohe St.
Honolulu, HI, 96813
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Sources & Updates
4 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
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- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Hawaii Children's Discovery Center official homepagediscoverycenterhawaii.org
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- Hawaii Children's Discovery Center exhibits pagediscoverycenterhawaii.org
Checked: gallery types, Little Explorers, Tot Spot, visit rules
- Hawaii Children's Discovery Center Instagraminstagram.com
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- Hawaii Children's Discovery Center Facebookfacebook.com
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What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified hours, admission, exhibit mix, and rental offerings from official museum sources.