The please touch museum was great for our 1 and 3 year old, but felt it was very overpriced for what it was. We loved all of the exhibits, but $90 for 2 hours of fun was not worth it to me as an out of towner visiting read more

Please Touch Museum - Museums Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is an amazing kids' museum. We were there for hours and could've stayed for several more. There were exhibits we didn't even get to because our kids were so busy at some of them. Not to mention the carousel, which was a huge hit. We will definitely be back! read more

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What an amazing place for kids! We recently went with our family with kids with varying ages from 1 year to 9 years, and they all had a great time. They have so many interactive spaces including space, water, transportation, groceries, books to match kids' different interests. We went on a Friday in April and it wasn't too crowded. Free street parking was also easy to find that was the same distance to the museum as the parking lot. All the spaces were kept tidy! I even got to make use of their nursing room by the downstairs bathroom - which had a rocking chair, leg rest, sink and changing station read more

The Please Touch Museum was the absolute highlight for our quick Spring Break trip to Philly. We were here 11 am - 4:30 pm and spent the entire time absolutely enthralled with all of the exhibits. Before you go, here are things that you might feel helpful: + Book your tickets online to make sure that they don't sell out! However, they do sell tickets on site if you're a more go with the flow person. + If you are a member of your own local children's museum, it's worth it to see if you have a reciprocal membership as you will get 50% off your tickets. + There is lots of free street parking but if you don't want to worry about the hassle of finding a space you can pay $16 for lot parking. + The most exciting exhibits were the Food & Family section (it is a bit chaotic -- a total flashback to grocery shopping in the pandemic), Alice in Wonderland, Rubber ducky pond, and India. + Check the event section of their website before you go as they offer several art or tinkering classes throughout the day. You will need to sign up beforehand to get in. My two year old created her own mosaic print and loved her experience. + It is loud and busy but they have several designated quiet spaces for children to calm down with an activity located throughout the museum. + At the end of each day, they close down the museum with a little kiddie parade that ends in the lobby. It was a super cute way to end the afternoon with some feel good vibes. read more

A must for young families in the Philly area that need an outlet for high-energy kids that literally want their hands in everything. For the millenial parents, uncles and aunties, their Lion King exhibit is pure nostalgia. For prime family photos, make your way to the gigantic bus as you enter. A real statement piece of city living. read more

Took our 2 year old toddler here on a recent visit to Philly. We stayed most of the day since there was so much to do. He loved it! It's the biggest children's museum I've ever been in and the opportunities to stay occupied are endless. The downstairs includes an Alice in Wonderland maze which was very fun. They also have arts and crafts areas downstairs, an MRI/x-ray room, etc. Our favorite place downstairs was the huge grocery store complete with a pizzeria. He loved pushing the shopping cart around, collecting items for his basket and then scanning them to check out. Upstairs our favorite was the water play area. We went back here several times during our visit. They also have a large carrousel upstairs which costs an additional $5 for unlimited rides. We passed on this because there were so many other things to do and our little guy wasn't that interested. He loved the car/automotive section upstairs which has several cars to sit/play in as well as a bus replica. I thought the model car wash was so fun as well! They also have a monorail that the kids can sit in. The special exhibit is also upstairs and featured a baseball theme (this was great!). We also loved the space/rocket launching room. We ate lunch at the cafe. The food was decent and they have lots of seating available. They serve some premade foods as well as pizza, hot dogs, etc. The bathrooms downstairs were clean but not as clean upstairs. My one criticism would be that there didn't seem to be any staff wandering around cleaning up areas that needed attention. Tickets are pricey and adults have to buy tickets too, but I think if you spend the entire day there, you do get your money's worth (or if you're a local a membership probably makes the most sense). We parked on the street for free but they do have parking available in the lot for $16. Since we went on a weekday, I didn't find it overly busy. I'm sure it's a lot more chaotic on the weekends but I do recommend a weekday if you want to avoid larger crowds. read more

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The Please Touch Museum was everything that I remember and more! It's such a classic place for small children to enjoy. I took my 5 year old baby niece and my 11 year old nephew to the museum on a beeyutiful Saturday. The museum featured an Alice in the Wonderland exhibit as well as Halloween activities like storytelling and a puppet show. Ordering tickets to the museum was a breeze. I simply ordered them online and when I arrived the staff scanned my tickets on my phone. I also was able to get free parking on Saturday at their parking lot. The museum is rather large and has an array of the classic exhibits like the objects in the water, the bus stop, hospital room and of course the carousel! Oh and kids can touch everything which is absolutely amazing!! I overall had a good time and look forward to creating more memories at the Please Touch Museum. read more

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Kids had a blast. Parking was easy.it was a fun day for the whole family.Carousel was lovely. Lots of attractions. I would probably go earlier next time because interactive displays were a bit ransacked but it was still well worth the trip for my toddlers. read more

Great place for little kids! So much to see and touch! On the main floor, there is a big water play area. Smocks are provided and the kids can play with little boats and rubber ducks and other toys in the water. I think my granddaughter would have been happy to just stay in this area. There is also a little tree house in this part. On the other side there is a garage area with cars, a Septa bus, tractor, train and lots of play things. My grand daughter loved shoveling the coal for the train. Go figure, lol. Next to this area is the temporary Wizard of Oz exhibit. My grand daughter liked it but it wasn't her favorite. The next area is the space area. You can build a little rocket and shoot it with compressed air. Pretty cool, it went pretty far! Also on this level is a cafe. It's nothing special but would be good for a snack or a drink. We decided to get lunch elsewhere. Downstairs is the Alice in Wonderland area, play farm, play house and also a play doctor's office. My granddaughter loved the play farm and play house with the little kitchen. She could have stayed there for hours. She also loved the doctor's office and taking xrays of the baby doll. They even have lab coats for the kids to wear. There was also a money area and another area that we didn't have time to explore. This is also where the pretend market is but it is currently not open. Definitely worthwhile to get a membership if you live close enough. read more

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Always a great time here (and always a line to enter on weekends). Can find a parking place for free if you come early. The carousel is our favorite - kids won't get tired to ride it over and over again. The mini supermarket can get super crowded with kids all grabbing items when it opens. The story time is also recommended. read more

Located in a spacious and majestic historical building in Fairmount Park dating back to the late 1800's, the PT museum brings the fun! This play paradise for children is packed with activities for children of all ages. The many impressive exhibits include a Giant supermarket, Alice in Wonderland, a "river" adventure play area, an arts and crafts room, a full size carousel ride and much, much more! From an adult perspective, I was fascinated with the large exhibit showcasing the historic model of the fairgrounds and buildings that were originally constructed for the Centennial World's fair. I highly recommend bringing your children or grandchildren here for a day of fun. read more

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What a great place to bring kids. Good for both preschool and school aged kiddos. I would give it an A for accessibility but not an A+ because there is one thing that wouldn't be accessible to people with significant mobility issues: the carousel. Other than that what I liked about this place were the excellent interactive area, the fact that there was so much room for kids to run around and be themselves, and there was no gift shop! Truly built with families in mind. I loved the Alice in Wonderland area and the grocery store was legit chaos but every so often they shut it down to "restock". They have cool areas where things get a little more interactive with art and lab rooms and story times. If you have kids this is a "can't miss" location. read more

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We always find one of these places for our boy and he always loves it. At least they had wifi! These places should all have wifi so us parents have something to do while our kids play lol. Our boy had no interest in the carousel sadly but loved everything else. read more

What a wonderful place to visit with children. The building itself is beautiful. We were there a few hours and had time to enjoy the duckling interactive water display, ride the carousel, and make crafts in the art studio. Before leaving we purchased a membership because I know that this is a great way spend fun time with your children or grandchildren and we will definitely be back. The membership was reasonable and gets you free parking and unlimited rides on the carousel. It includes two adults and that is great! read more

We were in Philly for a weekend trip and decided to visit this museum. This is a great spot for families with kids. It is quite spacious and we loved all the interactive activities along with the creative classes downstairs. The pretend and play grocery exhibit was a great hit. The only reason I'm taking one star is the cost to get in, the admission ticket cost is a bit steep and if you add the parking costs, carousel fee, a family of 4 would easily spend approx $150 which for a few hours of museum time seems a bit expensive. read more

Really quite remarkable how well they've put together each of the spaces - my 2 and 4 year old girls loved so many of the "exhibits" if you can call them that. It's right in the name, but worth noting how awesome it is to be at a museum where kids can interact freely with everything they see. Very nice staff as well! read more

Amongst the various children's museums, this one stands out as a favorite of mine. Its spaciousness and the value it offers make the admission fee worthwhile. If your kids are New York student, then you may have received an EBT card. It allows you to access tickets for just $2 each, with up to 4 people per card. I particularly enjoy exploring the Alice and Wonderland maze, the supermarket, the workshops, and the new features area. During the puppet workshop, kids get to role-play as the puppet, offering a fun and educational experience that fosters essential skills. To save on cost, I would suggest street parking. I've had no problems with it. You can take advantage of free days or pay for a membership. Membership extends to museums in other states. While I'd love to stay the whole day, the limited food choices required me to find food elsewhere. Introducing a food pop-up space could invite a variety of chefs, enhancing the experience and drawing in more families. Overall, It is a fantastic experience and I would consider returning with my family in the future. read more

Great experience for young children! Since it's summer time, it can get crowded so I recommend going early. The museum is huge and have two levels to play on. If you plan on visiting more than twice, I recommend getting the membership! (It's good all year long) It's totally worth and you basically get your money worth after two visits - it includes admission, parking, and carousel ride. read more

My 3yo played for 4 hours nonstop. If we lived here we would have a season pass. Amazing experience!!!

Was early about an hour before our appointment/reservation and hoping to get in earlier. The front desk admissions lady said no. No problem, since it was a special pricing that we purchased ($2 each). Thus, my kids and I decided to hang out at the lobby and come up with a game plan to either wait it out or go somewhere and come back. However, we were told we couldn't "loiter," and had to leave until 4pm (1 hour away). We purchased the tickets, we just waited to see what we would do until 4pm. The kids ran around for 1 minute, before I told them they couldn't do that and so they sat put on the bench with us. So sad, so disappointed with how we were treated. Definitely left a sour taste to our Philly trip. We didn't even bother to come back and paid $16 for parking and special admissions for a no visit. read more

Hands down the coolest museum I've ever been to and our toddler had the BEST a time. There's SO much to do - you could literally spend the entire day there...or go for the morning, get the stamp, and come back later! Perfect for hot summer days. There's so much to learn and explore, especially for young kids, but I imagine even a 10 year old would have the time of their life! read more

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Great museum for the little ones! We had so much fun here. My friend who lives in Philadelphia has two young children and has a membership, and I can see why. I feel like if you live close by and have children, it's definitely worth it. The kids love this place. And it works for a range of ages, from my then 8-month old niece to my friend's early school-age children, everyone had a good time. I think we spent ~2.5-3 hours there, and I was ready to leave (and drink) at that point, so it's a good amount of time. The exhibits are interesting and interactive. It really is a "please touch" place (I brought hand sanitizer and hand sanitizer wipes). It's also really pretty and well-laid out. A few spaces may be a bit cramped, but overall, it worked. You can park on the street if you don't want to pay for parking, which is great. I'd love to return to see the new exhibits and see the children in my life really enjoy themselves and run around and just be children. read more

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I love how children can see the world and understand how it works My child had a great time hear and will come back soon. read more

TIP: street parking is free and not too hard to find. The parking lot is $16 if you would prefer to park right next to the museum. We came here on a Saturday afternoon and it was way too crowded! There were kids everywhere and chaos. However, there were a lot of things to do in here. My son loved the water section that they had which was nice for younger kids. We also liked the downstairs which featured a supermarket, bank, hospital, kitchen, etc. It was fun seeing the kids play and learn at the same time. However, I would recommend coming at a less busy time as kids were fighting for the toys and things to do. Overall, great place to spend a few hours with the kids. read more

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Highly recommend for the littles. I went with my 2-year-old daughter and her aunt. She was able to reserve the date for a low price thanks to the EBT discount, which I think is a great thing they do. We wound up arriving around 1:30pm and staying until closing at 4:30pm. My little one could have stayed in the water play area all day, we had to lure her away with snacks. My favorite area was definitely the carousel. It was fun to put my little one on the ride and watch her get excited and want to go around again. I also liked the Wonderland area and the the grocery store was great. I loved watching her roll her cart around and scan items in the checkout line. She adored the SEPTA bus too, and had a bit of hard time taking turns in the driver's seat. Ha! I only found one fault and that was it was a little difficult to tell who works there and can assist with certain areas. I was a little surprised there wasn't more supervision in some areas. The Alice in Wonderland area with the optical illusion seemed a bit dangerous with kids running in and out of the sloping room. The lights were also off in that little area and I don't think it was supposed to be that way - judging by the photos I've seen. The cafe didn't seem like it had a large selection and it looked like it closed before we could check it out anyway. A few tips: I highly recommend bringing your own snacks for your kids. They have an atrium where it looked like people could eat. There is a self-service coat room. Bring an extra pair of clothes for toddlers who love to splash in the water play area. I would consider buying a membership for sure. read more

We came from NYC for an adventure at the PTM, and an adventure was indeed had. My husband and I were in as much awe as our toddler when we happened upon the museum grounds and its incredibly installations, including a realistic play grocery store, hospital -- with a babydoll-sized MRI terminal!) -- and so much more. Our son was enamored with the cars and the play gas station, and loved the adventures in the Alice in Wonderland fairytale exhibit, too. We went on the carousel just once, but the experience was enough for him. Worth every penny, the Please Touch Museum is such a great way to spend several hours with young kids. The staff were all super friendly and helpful, and the facility was clean and organized, too. read more

Such a fun place for you little ones. Went on a Monday to avoid the crowed and we succeeded. Ordered the tickets the night before on the website along with parking however on a Monday morning at 9:30am street parking would have possible for free. 3 hours and my 2 1/2 year old fell asleep before we got out of the parking lot. So much fun!! Now My 5 year old son isn't one for most of The make pretend play they had available so he got bored of some of the areas easily however he absolutely loved the construction area. There was a purpose and he very much enjoyed that. My daughter however could have played in the kitchen/market/bakery area for hours. Oh and Bring you snacks and lunch. All can come in! Save the money and time! read more

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I had a good time today at the museum with my 3 year old granddaughter. From the time that we entered the museum, she was excited and on the go! I think that our experience was also great, because it was not crowded at all... no campers or school kids, mostly toddlers and preschoolers. Everything in the museum is spaced out and the design team thoughtfully planned the exhibits. The lower level held a super market with check out stations (including one self check out station lol). There was a bistro and a pizzeria. Of course, I had to "eat" all of the "food." There is a theater, which was closed but we moved on to the Alice in Wonderland exhibit. I really enjoyed it. There were many more exhibits to see, but my second favorite thing was the carousel. We rode it twice! There is a small food court with seating, and a gift shop with reasonably priced items for sale. Just the same, I needed several naps afterwards. Good times! read more

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We have been coming to the Please Touch Museum for 4 years and my children (ages 4.5 and 2.5 years) love it just as much now as before the pandemic. My kids' favorites include the carousel, rocket blast, vehicle exhibit and Alice in Wonderland maze. They can spend an entire hour just hopping back and forth between the trolley, Septa bus, tractor and other vehicles and then also playing with the nearby ice cream and sandwich shops. We love the rotating exhibits. Currently they have the Mo Willems Pigeon exhibit. I didn't really know much about Mo Willems but that is exactly the point of this musem- to learn about new and different things while exploring. The rotating exhibit is always interactive. The current one has a hot dog launcher which my kids thought was awesome among so many other things to touch and do. The best part of our June 11th visit was the PRIDE day celebration. Drag Queen Brittany read several wonderful books which taught the children about diversity and overcoming stereotypes. My kids listened to Brittany for way longer than they sit through story time at home and what a wonderful message. They also gave out PRIDE flags and stickers. I'd love for Drag Queen story time to become a more regular event. Currently they are only open Thursday-Sunday with reservations and only from 9am to 12pm or 1:30pn to 4:30pm. I hope they eventually go back to operating their normal full week and full day schedules because I much prefer to get there in the mid to late morning and to stay until the afternoon to avoid morning traffic yet still get home for nap time. Centennial Innovations is a new permanent exhibit (replacing the old train exhibit downstairs) and it was just ok. My kids weren't that interested so perhaps it is better for older kids. We badly miss the old grocery store/kitchen/ restaurant exhibit on the lower floor. We can't wait until they open the new Giant grocery store exhibit in Fall 2021. read more

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Highly recommend for family with toddlers and children. Everything is hands on. Lots make believe sections. Remember to Check the hours before you go, some hours are "members only". read more

*WARNING! Absolutely loved this museum and so did my daughter so the museum definitely gets 5 stars. We went on a sunny summer Saturday morning. *WARNING-We parked on the street-just past the parking lot entrance. Our car was broken into and stolen! Thankfully, my daughter's phone was not removed and using find my phone we found it parked about a mile away. Yes, we found our stolen car. I'm still pinching myself! When we walked out, and couldn't find our car, me met another man in the same predicament. So just pay the $16 for the lot!! Don't chance it for free parking! read more

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This place is awesome! If you have toddlers, this is the place for you! I am on a constant search to find ways to occupy toddlers. The staff is phenomenal! I would like to know how they train them! They were so pleasant and understanding of different circumstances. The building is gorgeous. Bring any architectural friends with you just to look at the building. The carousel is gorgeous and the rides are unlimited. There is an area with little raincoats and basically huge water table for kids to splash in. They even have live classes. It's an expensive day out but their hefty price tag keeps the employees well trained/happy, clean space and welcomes a great group of customers. read more

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Haven't been to a kid museum since I was, well, a kid. So decided to take my niece to the Please Touch Museum. I didn't know what to expect frankly, but it was such a delightful experience overall. There's a bunch of sections (the one I found the coolest was the supermarket and space section). My niece liked the water section and space section, along with the mirrors in the Alice in wonderland exhibit. She's only two so things were a bit overwhelming for her but I will bring her back when she is a bit older, she will probably enjoy it more then. Side note: I lost my car keys and didn't realize until I was in the parking lot. I went back inside and they had them. I appreciate the customer service and the staff being so helpful especially since the museum is HUGE and the keys may have not shown up. Please touch is the go-to for the children in my life from now on!! read more

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I visited Please Touch Museum for the first time this weekend and I LOVED it. It's such a beautiful space for children to learn. The museum was clean and the employees were pleasant and polite. FYI Make a reservation in advance. Parking is available on the premises. The cafe is okay but I suggest you being your own snacks or eat in advance. More exhibits will open in the fall. I would love to see the garden evolve into a prettier space; needs a little more love and care. read more

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Awesome place to take your children! Pros: So many cool things for them to do and explore. It is a very hands on experience that your kids would enjoy. There are so many different areas that include a duck pond, farm area, a castle to walk up and read books, automotive area, doctor area where your children can play doctor with baby dolls and x-ray machines. There is also a carousel in the building which is a good thing for younger children. There are designated play areas for children who are 3 and younger in a separate area which I feel is a good thing so they have their own little space. The older kids have their own area where they could have access to things their own age. Cons: The only downside is the crowds, when I went it was mobbed with families, and the kids were running off doing what they wanted without the parents supervision. I also think a downside is the fact that the few times I came it was short staffed and the crowds may have been overwhelming to the amount of staff assigned for the day. They need to have more staff working in the areas to speak with the parents who aren't supervising their children. I would also limit the amount of people who could come in or have timed sessions to calm down the crowds. read more

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Arrived on a Saturday afternoon in early December and was surprised by the small crowd. Saw lots of toddlers leaving.(Nap time) Children were 8-6-4-2. This place was perfect for all. Attended a water color class that needed a sign up in person. Great experience. Giant supermarket was the Group favorite. Did shopping Worked check out counter, made pizza, decorated cakes, grilled steaks. Loved the extra holiday activities too. Missing a gift shop. read more

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This place is incredible! My 2.5 year old loved it. It is expensive (at $20 per person for 1 Year and older) but easily worth because you can spend at least 3-4 hours here with kids 10 and under. Save $25 on parking by parking outside on the street. We came here and a Friday at Noon and while there were a lot of people, there was plenty of space to play. Hand sanitizer stations everywhere and bins to drop the toys that were used. It was very clean and everyone was wearing masks. There were also several workers walking around and picking up toys, cleaning etc We felt very safe. read more

Please Touch Museum - Look up! In the Rocket Room - Museums Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Dirty and the food is terrible and always closes early, literally zero amenities besides the bathrooms.

This place has so many things it will keep your kids busy for hours. I'm giving 4 stars because most of the exhibits/things to play with are not interactive. No lighting up, no sounds, it's just wooden toys to play with. I think it could be taken the next with more interactive things. This would really help with bigger kids and keeping them entertained. read more

The museum is fun especially for toddlers. There are many activities that children can do such as the water table, building blocks, different type of transportation, doctors office, and the market that kids really enjoy. We also like the art and science rooms where kids and parents have great time. There is a carrusel very enjoyable, rides are unlimited. It closes at 4pm. I wish the museum was opened until 5-6pm at least on weekends. read more