Please Touch Museum
Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA
Destination children's museum in Fairmount Park with hands-on exhibits, toddler zones, a carousel, memberships, and timed reservations.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best when you want a destination outing with lots of variety under one roof, not a quick neighborhood play stop.
Good fit
- Toddlers through early elementary kids
- Families planning a half-day Philadelphia outing
- Grandparents or visitors who want one big indoor family destination
Consider another option if
- Families looking for a short, simple drop-in play session
- Birthday groups hoping for a standard public-hours party-room package
Know Before You Go
- Food
- There is an on-site café, with hot food offered during posted midday hours.
- Reservations
- Advance online reservations are required for guests ages 1 and up.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Cafe on site
- Food available
- Family restrooms
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- destination children's museum with timed entry and lots of exhibit variety
Read more about this location
Please Touch Museum is one of the Philadelphia region's biggest hands-on family attractions, combining imaginative exhibit play, toddler-friendly spaces, early-learning programming, and destination-level scale under one roof. Families come for a half-day museum outing rather than a quick drop-in, with timed reservations, on-site dining, special programs, and seasonal or rotating exhibits all shaping the visit. It is especially strong for toddlers through early elementary kids and for visitors who want lots of variety in a single stop.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | Varies by week: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM on 1st/4th/5th Sundays; 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM on 2nd/3rd Sundays |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | $24 |
| Children | $24 |
| Military, firefighter, and police | $22 |
| ACM reciprocal | $12 |
| ACCESS cardholders | $2 |
| Out-of-state EBT | $5 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Planning Tools
A sensory guide is published online.
Inclusion Programs
Play Without Boundaries is the museum's lower-stimulation program for children with disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, and sensory sensitivities.
Location
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA, 19131
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 9, 2026 against 5 public sources
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- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 5 public sources
Public sources
- Home pagepleasetouchmuseum.org
- Reservationspleasetouchmuseum.org
- Visit informationpleasetouchmuseum.org
- Accessibilitypleasetouchmuseum.org
- Museum mappleasetouchmuseum.org
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What changed
April 9, 2026
Verified reservations, hours, admission, accessibility resources, and core visit logistics from official museum sources; refreshed editorial copy and images.