The Children's Museum of the Upstate - Greenville
Downtown Greenville, Greenville, SC
Massive downtown Greenville children’s museum with three floors of hands-on exhibits, toddler zones, programs, and birthday parties.
One of the museum's many hands-on exhibit spaces.
Photo 1 of 2. One of the museum's many hands-on exhibit spaces.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Excellent for a half-day outing when you want more depth than a simple play place and need a venue that works across a wide age span.
Good fit
- Families with mixed ages who want to stay awhile
- Museum lovers who like hands-on STEM and pretend play
- Birthday parties that bundle admission with the celebration
Consider another option if
- Families who only want a quick gross-motor play stop
- Kids seeking trampoline-style high-intensity play
Know Before You Go
- Supervision
- Children must be accompanied by a caregiver age 16 or older.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Family restrooms
- Stroller parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Multi floor museum visit
Read more about this location
The Children's Museum of the Upstate in downtown Greenville is one of the region's biggest family discovery spaces, with 80,000 square feet of exhibits spread across three floors. Families can plan a longer museum-style outing here thanks to the mix of toddler spaces, pretend play, STEM exhibits, daily programming, a café, memberships, and bookable birthday packages.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| 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 | 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
Public ticketing lists $20 general admission, $15 South Carolina resident admission, and free entry for children under 1 and members.
Accessibility
Details
Family restrooms and stroller parking are publicly listed.
Details
The museum map highlights Sensory Square, a Sensory Wall, and a reserved toddler space.
Summary
Public materials describe the museum as ADA compliant and show family restrooms, stroller parking, and sensory-focused spaces.
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
300 College Street
Greenville, SC, 29601
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 9, 2026 against 7 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 7 public sources
Public sources
- Official Greenville pagetcmupstate.org
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- Official tickets pagetcmupstate.org
Checked: admission pricing, hours, caregiver requirement
- Official birthday pagetcmupstate.org
Checked: party package pricing
- Official birthday details pagetcmupstate.org
Checked: party inclusions, after-hours option
- Official membership pagetcmupstate.org
Checked: membership pricing, member benefits
- Official museum maptcmupstate.org
Checked: family restrooms, café, toddler and sensory spaces
- Local tourism listingvisitgreenvillesc.com
Checked: ADA note
What changed
April 9, 2026
Added official imagery, polished the museum summary, and verified hours, admission, membership, amenities, and birthday details.