tickets
your play date awaits
hours
monday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
tuesday: closed
wednesday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
thursday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
friday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
saturday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
sunday: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
extended hours
dec 20-23: 9 am - 5 pm
dec 26-jan 3: 9 am - 5 pm
holiday closures: christmas eve + christmas day
location
National Children's Museum is located at:
woodrow wilson plaza
1300 pennsylvania ave nw
washington, dc 20004
admission
adults: $18.95 per person
children 1 and older: $18.95 per person
children under 1: free
members: free
ticket calendar
Please note: The Museum will be closed December 24–25 and open on the 23rd.
ticketing policies
- Tickets are required for everyone.
- The Museum operates with hourly, timed-entry tickets. Please arrive within the hour of your reserved entry time. For example, if you purchase tickets for the 10:30 am entry time, we ask that you arrive between 10:30 and 11:30 am. Note that guests will not be admitted before their designated entry time.
- Advanced tickets are strongly recommended, as walk up tickets are not guaranteed.
- Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to visit due to health concerns, you may exchange your tickets for a new date and time by reaching out to ticketing@nationalchildrensmuseum.org in advance of your original ticket time.
- Every Wednesday at 8:30 am ET, a new week of tickets will be released. Tickets are released 2 months in advance.
more ways to visit
museums for all
National Children's Museum is a proud member of Museums for All.
community access program
National Children’s Museum partners with trusted, local organizations to ensure the price of admission is not a barrier for the families they serve.
birthday parties
Make your child’s dream come true! Plan their next birthday party at National Children’s Museum for a day full of fun for everyone.
groups
Gather your group for an unforgettable experience, making it easier than ever to explore and learn together! Enjoy a 10% discount on Museum admission.
tips for a great trip
Check out our frequently asked questions to best prepare for a wondrous visit!
guest policies
To ensure everyone has a safe and fun visit, all guests are expected to follow the Museum’s guest policies.
