Seattle Children's Museum, Seattle

Name: Seattle Children's Museum
Address: 305 Harrison St, Seattle, 98109, United States
Telephone: (206) 441-1768

#75 among attractions in Seattle

Museum, Playground

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Facts and practical information

The Seattle Children's Museum in Seattle is located on the lowest floor of the Armory at the Seattle Center. Founded in 1979 with a single exhibit, the museum currently features 18,000 sq feet of play space with 11 exhibits designed for kids 6 months to 8 years. Visitors to the main floor of the Center House can look down into a large open space in the floor which is part of the museum; this was once the site of the bubbleator. ()

Established: 1979 (45 years ago)Coordinates: 47°37'17"N, 122°21'4"W

Address

305 Harrison StLower Queen AnneSeattle 98109 United States

Contact

(206) 441-1768

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Day trips

Seattle Children's Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Seattle Center, Space Needle, Museum of Pop Culture, Pacific Science Center.

~260 ftN
Park
Seattle Center, Seattle
2 min walk • Seattle Center is a vibrant cultural hub located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. This 74-acre park-like campus is home to some of the city's most prominent landmarks, including the iconic Space Needle and the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP).
~610 ftSE
Landmark modern spire with city vistas
Space Needle, Seattle
3 min walk • The Space Needle is an iconic landmark towering over Seattle, Washington, epitomizing the city's innovative spirit and futuristic outlook. Standing at a height of 605 feet, this observation tower was constructed in 1962 for the Century 21 Exposition, a World's Fair...
~740 ftE
Experience Music Project
Museum of Pop Culture, Seattle
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, the Museum of Pop Culture, or MoPOP, presents a dynamic fusion of music, sci-fi, and pop culture in a singularly designed architectural marvel. Founded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2000, the museum is a nonprofit organization...
~660 ftS
Museum with immersive rotating exhibits
Pacific Science Center, Seattle
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, the Pacific Science Center stands as a beacon of exploration and discovery in the world of science and technology. This museum, a vibrant hub for the curious minds of all ages, has been igniting the passion for learning since its debut...
0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture
Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle
11 min walk • Nestled against the backdrop of Elliott Bay in Seattle, the Olympic Sculpture Park presents a harmonious blend of art and nature. This outdoor museum, free to the public, spans nine acres of an urban green space where art and ecology converge to offer a unique cultural...
~770 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle
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~410 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle
2 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a dazzling museum that showcases the extraordinary glass art of renowned artist Dale Chihuly. This stunning attraction is a testament to the fusion of art and nature, providing visitors with an...
~530 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Memorial Stadium, Seattle
3 min walk • Memorial Stadium, nestled in the bustling heart of Seattle, United States, serves as a testament to the city's deep-seated love for sports and communal gatherings. This revered sports venue, though not as widely recognized as some of the city's other landmarks, plays a...
~1500 ftSE
Park, Cafe
Tilikum Place, Seattle
8 min walk • Tilikum Place is a small plaza in the Belltown neighborhood of downtown Seattle, Washington.
0.5 miS
Monuments and statues, Fountain
Father and Son, Seattle
13 min walk • Father and Son is an outdoor 2005 fountain and sculpture by Louise Bourgeois, installed at Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington. It is made of stainless steel, aluminum, water and bronze.
0.4 miS
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Neukom Vivarium, Seattle
11 min walk • Neukom Vivarium is a 2006 mixed media installation by American artist Mark Dion, located at Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington, United States. The work features a 60-foot Western hemlock that fell outside of Seattle in 1996, acting as a nurse log within an 80-foot greenhouse.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Seattle Children's Museum open?

Seattle Children's Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Seattle Children's Museum?

Nearby attractions include Seattle Center, Seattle (2 min walk), Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle (2 min walk), Seattle Children's Theatre, Seattle (3 min walk), Seattle Center Monorail, Seattle (3 min walk).

How to get to Seattle Children's Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Seattle Children's Museum:

Train

Seattle Center (2 min walk)
Westlake Center (24 min walk)

Bus

5th Ave N & Broad St • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)
Denny Way & Broad St • Lines: 8 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Seattle • Lines: Seattle-Victoria (15 min walk)
Seattle Waterfront • Lines: Seattle-Blake Island (32 min walk)

Tram

Westlake & Thomas • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (15 min walk)
Terry & Thomas • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (17 min walk)

Trolleybus

3rd Ave & Virginia St • Lines: 1, 13, 2, 3, 4 (20 min walk)
3rd Ave & Seneca St • Lines: 1, 13, 3, 4, 49 (33 min walk)

Light rail

Westlake • Lines: 1 (25 min walk)
University Street • Lines: 1 (31 min walk)