Truly 3.5 so rounding up here. I've visited this children's museum twice now and there are some…read morepros and cons. Pro: it's inside the beautiful Tohono Chul Park. The long stroll through the park to the museum is beautiful. A whole additional aspect to explore on your outing since admission to the park is included in visiting the museum and vice versa. Con: the walk through the beautiful park is LONG. Pretty, yes, but not the most convenient if you're toting multiple kids and all of their gear. Pro: the museum itself is compact and concise and has both indoor and outdoor exhibits. There's been different things each time we've been there and it's not overwhelming in terms of things to do. Con: it's compact. The interior portion is small, like just one room. Yes some cool stuff in there like the scarf chute, a grocery store, and a slide, but it's smallllll. It also appears to house the staff's fridge and personal space area. Not certain on that but that's what it looked like to me. And while there were multiple staff members standing around chatting with each other, we had no interaction with them. Overall my toddler daughter has thoroughly enjoyed herself while here and I think it's worthy of a visit, especially if you take some things into consideration. In particular I don't think this museum would be very fun to visit in the summertime with the long walk and the small interior space.

The Oro Valley Children's Museum at Tohono Chul is a fun option if you're on the NW side of Tucson!…read moreOne thing to keep in mind is that it's a bit of a walk through the gardens to get to the museum. It's nice to look at the plants along the way, but would definitely recommend a stroller for littles! It's not a big museum but had an indoor area and outdoor stations. I felt that some of the areas could use some updating. For example, there was an outdoor art area with easels and no materials to paint or color with. Overall, my son had a good time. It is open 9-1 Tuesday through Sunday. Children under 5 are free but adults need to pay admission to the gardens. They also have daily story time at 930.

Great place to take the grandkids. We got them the monthly passes and they use it regularly.read more

I'll start by saying my little kids really like this place and have a good time there. There's…read moreplenty to do for kids ~10 and under...when it's not crazy crowded. This is not a place for older kids, and it can get extremely busy all of a sudden. When they do get busy they often do not have enough staff to man the front counter and the stations, especially the climbing area, which causes long lines slows down participation big time resulting in wasted time. Often during spring break there was only one staff member running that whole climbing area. One thing that I cannot stand as a parent is that they require you to purchase and wear their propriety grip socks. C'mon. Grip socks are grip socks and we have a whole drawer full of grip socks from different places we've been over the years. I've never been to a place where they care which grip socks you are wearing. But if you can't find their branded socks for each kid and adult then you have to purchase another pair just to participate even if you have a handful of viable grip socks. The only mention of it online is when you go to book a date they through it on the screen all of a sudden. It's says you have to have wild Katz grip socks but doesn't exclusively say you can only use their socks. It's just dumb. Lava Island off of River Road and Orange Grove does not have that policy and is also much more suitable for both older and younger kids! This would be a solid 4 star place for younger kids if not for the hit or miss staffing causing lines and the grip sock nonsense!

Super clean, lots to do, good value for the price! Wish they had a water fountain. Maybe I missed…read moreit. Easy to find from the road. Accessible bathrooms. Cute place to be when it's really hot or cold out, or even for rainy days.

JoJo's Playhouse delivered a fun-filled time for my 3.5-year-old! He thoroughly enjoyed himself…read more Highly recommended!

We've been using Timeless Play for a couple years now. It's one of our favorite places here in Oro…read moreValley and it's very comforting to know the staff really take care of the kiddos with love and patience. Would 100% recommend to any family who just need some time for themselves! Or simply to give the little ones socialization!

Great professional babysitters . I was in a pinch after my sitter canceled last min and I dropped…read moreof my little one and she had a blast and they really helped her enjoy the time away from Mommy .

We had a blast for 2hrs at Elevate on a Saturday during midday. The staff were extremely friendly…read moreand helpful. Since we went during Easter weekend, they had hidden eggs around and our kids found one each and redeemed them for prizes- how cool, right? It was a decent size space with plenty of stuff for the kids to do. We have an 8 and 4 year old and both were able to play around and had a great time. The space was clean also, which is nice because you walk around in socks as a spectator and a participant. The virtual jumping game was something I haven't seen at other indoor parks. I've seen virtual games but not like this where they had an image of the jumper on the screen, it was really cool. I could definitely see having a birthday party there because it accommodates plenty and they have decent food.

First let's talk About the dodgeball court game it is unsafe they don't have foam balls they have…read morerubber ones and they hurt just trust me ok the food and service is ok

This is a great place for kids of all ages, as well as active parents. If you aren't as active ,…read morethey allow you to go on to the floor as an observer which is really ideal. I dont like going to places where you have to pay just to "observe". They always have great music playing. Smart to have water fountains for patrons to stay hydrated without having to pay extra just for water. Music choice is always superb and awesome to listen to while watching the kiddos enjoy themselves. I haven't tried one yet but I like that they also offer massage chairs so the parents can enjoy themselves too. I appreciate all the hand sanitizer stations on the floor. The employees here are pretty observant and have great attitudes. There's nothing wrong with this place in my opinion but if I could make a recommendation, perhaps adding more options to the snack counter. Other than that I enjoy coming here. They also have a lot of cool discounts on specific days which is nice.

I just want to say this place is super unprofessional, an employee called my son a slur. He had…read morecurly head and smelt terrible, this happened when we came and my son just told me because he did not want to go back. He also overheard the employees talking about drinking and driving which is not okay! The bathrooms are very disgusting as well, I did love this place but unfortunately i will noy be coming back. These employees need to be better trained and should not be calling kids slurs or saying things about drinking and driving, smoking and slurs while working around children, this is unacceptable. I only gave this 2 stars because there is a lovely lady and she has always been very kind and respectful. Please hire more people like her, and fire people like the young man.

Absolutely obsessed with the children's museum! My sister in law gifted us a family membership for…read moreChristmas and we come at least once a week. I have a four and a one year old and there are so many things for them to do. So many different rooms to explore: there's the transportation/public service area, with a car, a police motorcycle, and ambulance; there's the desert section all about our special Sonoran desert; there's a train room, a grocery store and kitchen, a vet area, a whole science based room, an art room, and a room exclusively for kids 5 and under. Plus there's a whole outdoor section with bubbles, a digging area, a music garden, and a small playground structure. I'm probably forgetting some things too--there's just so much! Not to mention an excellent gift shop. Each time we come we rarely do the same thing, since there is so much to explore! Truly a gem for our community! Thank you Children's Museum Tucson--we will be back again and again! My only wish--as a tired parent--is that there was a coffee shop on premises! I'm sure I'm not the only one wanting that :)

Wished we had come here more than once! The kids (ages 2, 3…read more& 6) were all completely engaged and didn't want to leave. Each room has a different theme, and while the space looks small when you first walk in, there's actually so much to explore and do. I also really appreciated how family-friendly and relaxed it felt -- they weren't strict about snacks, and we could eat anywhere as long as we cleaned up after ourselves (there are plenty of trash bins in every room). We visited on a weekday morning and got lucky -- hardly anyone was there when they opened, so we basically had the place to ourselves. We brought strollers but didn't end up needing them. Admission was $12 for anyone over 12 months, and it was totally worth it! Highly recommend for families with young kids. There is plenty of meter parking around the museum.

My Gym is such a fun indoor activity for kids! The practice and plays are a perfect way for my son…read moreto let out energy climbing, jumping and exploring. It's $10 to drop in to a practice and play time if you're not a member. I personally find the memberships to be a bit expensive so love this option. You need to have grip socks, which they sell or you can bring your own. I love that they redo the set up of the gym each week so it's a new experience each time. The staff is super friendly and welcoming every time we visit!

We love mygym! We've been to a couple classes as well as a birthday party here and always have a…read moregreat time! Both boys have enjoyed it at varying ages from 6/7 months through 4 years old (so far!). Friendly, interactive staff, fun activities and lots to do/climb and jump on! Bummed they discontinued the private 'playdates' you could schedule with a few friends on the weekends! I understand it was a 'COVID' time thing, but would love to see it brought back!

Second Sky is such a cool space! A description of what are from their website "Second Sky is a…read morecommunity hub with an adventure playground, event space, food and beverage destination, immersive digital environment, and STEAM support center for after-school and micro-school students." I take my daughter there for the Sunny Studio art classes and we get to enjoy the Second Sky community space afterwards. The space is quite large as is still in the process of being developed with the help of volunteers and community donations. As of now, the space it like a large warehouse....that is air conditioned! There are tables to sit and hag out, a concessions/snack stand and various interactive indoor activities, such as scooters, a cozy corner that is like a little library with books and couches, digital art and S.T.E.A.M. interactive exhibits. Outside they have the adventure playground that is really incredible! It's also a non-profit with the goal to create a space that serves the whole community. Their big picture, long-term plan is amazing. I've copied/pasted this following information from their digital booklet: "A shaded outdoor adventure playground for hands-on S.T.E.A.M. learning across multiple ages. A cafe with coffee, pastries, fast casual lunch and dinner, beer, wine and healthy soft drinks. A digital art venue. An event space with regular programming. A community space for meetings, rehearsals, clubs, and groups. A co-working spot for remote and self-employed workers. Multiple Experiences in One Place Putting these attractions in one large beautiful space lets people spend more time together instead of driving from destination to destination. By saving families time and keeping all ages occupied and engaged, we open up opportunities for child learning, homework help, career development, casual socialization and special events for all ages." Best of all, enjoying the space and playground is free!

Second Sky is a wonderful place for anyone looking to host a party, participate in so many cool…read moreevents, and just be a part of the community. It's perfect for kids and people of all ages. They always have something fun going on. My kids love going there to participate in the groups/classes they're in. And while they're playing and learning with other kids, I get to socialize with the other adults. The food is so delicious and the artistry is just amazing. They're also always in the process of adding more, and taking feedback; so I can't wait to see what Second Sky becomes!

Wow Railyard was a great surprise! I'm totally amazed at the venue. It is a great size for a…read moresmall or medium size gathering with a great feel. You can totally adapt venue with any theme you have in mind. Nice open space. The only thing I noticed was one restroom which can be a problem. I didn't really do a total walk through to check out space in back. So all I can hope is there is another one. Definitely look into this space, start looking at food vendors, go talk with Barrio brewery about craft beers, and go throw yourself a great get-together!

Railyard is one of the most unique venues in Tucson. It not just a venue, it's also a co-working…read morespace housed in a restored 1950's warehouse and it's to notch. They have everything you can think of from A/V Equipment is heavy, Hi-Speed Internet,, power point/hdmi connectors, TVs, projector screens, a PA system, furniture and more. There isn't a detail that gets missed. And most importantly, working with Erin (Marketing/Events Manager) is a true joy! She treats your event just as her own. She's incredibly knowledgeable, organized, enthusiastic and one thousand percent committed to making your event perfect! If you're searching for a venue for anything from a wedding reception to corporate event, workshop, etc. Railyard fits the bill! I worked with Erin on a special event and the entire process was fun and stress free. In addition to be a venue, Rail Yard also offers smaller meeting spaces that fit individual needs to small groups. You can rent for the day or lease a workspace from them. Everything is top quality and really beautiful. They also a have a kitchen with coffee and snacks! If I was going to rent an office space, I'd absolutely have one here! It's a beautiful setting with lovely people!