Niantic Children's Museum - Niantic, Connecticut

Niantic Children's Museum

The Niantic Children's Museum is a popular tourist attraction located at 409 Main St, Niantic, CT 06357. This family-friendly museum offers a range of interactive exhibits and activities designed to educate and entertain children of all ages. The museum specializes in providing a fun and safe environment for kids to learn about science, history, and art through hands-on experiences.

Specialties: Children's museum, Tourist attraction

Other points of interest: Active military discounts, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Restroom, Restaurant, Family-friendly, Good for kids, Playground

The museum is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance, parking lot, and restrooms. A restaurant is also available on-site for visitors to enjoy a meal before or after their visit. The Niantic Children's Museum is known for being a great place for families with kids to spend a day together, and it offers a playground for children to play in during break times.

With an average opinion rating of 4.5/5 based on 408 reviews on Google My Business, the Niantic Children's Museum has established itself as a top-rated children's museum in the area. Visitors often praise the museum's engaging exhibits, friendly staff, and family-friendly atmosphere.

For more information or to plan your visit, please visit the museum's website at niantickids.org or call them at 06911111.

👍 Reviews of Niantic Children's Museum

Natalie P.

4/5

We were gifted membership for my daughter’s birthday. She has a ton of fun every time we go. Lots of fun stuff for kids of all ages. Outside area, toddler area, reptiles, science based play areas to name a few. Definitely worth the yearly membership.
Cons: The price for two parents to bring two children one time is $48. I would never pay that. Most similar play places do not charge for parents to watch their kids play, especially since it’s obviously required.
The outside area needs some attention. Lots of dirt areas and debris (including a cigarette butt). They need mulch spread to make it safe and cleaner.
The people that work there. I have seen a few different women and watched them with other customers and they are just unfriendly people. No “have fun, have a good day, did you have fun?” Zero energy. Not what you would expect at a place like a children’s museum.
Some minor updating needed and maybe a few new items to freshen it up.

Gale

3/5

We went here for the first time a little over a year ago and visited again this week. Toys and exhibits were pretty much the same. $12 p/person for entry. Honestly, the toys and play stations were a little long in the tooth, especially the room where a game is projected onto the floor and the kids jump on numbers or aliens or whatever the game may be. It didn't even work. If you've never been before, it's probably a good thing to do on a rainy day. Other than that, really nothing special.

Mrs S.

5/5

We used library passes to get inside so entry was free. There is a lot to do here for kids ages 2-8. My daughter is 8 and she was almost to big for the activities. Pack your lunch and drinks. They have drinks there but you need to have a minimum purchase with card. Staff is friendly and the place is clean. There are outside and inside activities available. Also, a place for just the little crawling babies.

Americo M.

5/5

Went with my grandson. Had a great time. A lot of different activities. For toddlers and up.. great place for learning. Good work for parents and grandparents as you follow and help clean up along the way. Friendly parents and kids. Worth it to get a pass. You will use it. And it's fun. Didn't have this when I was growing up.

Eleanor M.

3/5

My first visit with daughter and 2 year old grandson.
Where are the stations for antibacterial cloths or lotion? I was shocked to find none!
There were dozens of kids of all ages playing with every toy constantly and no visible way to avoid possible exposure to spreading diseases.
Neither were there staff wiping down any surfaces.
Doubt we will be back. Can't recommend.

Suzanne C.

5/5

We enjoyed good for different age groups, very clean, like science STEM area, outdoor play space, limited parking but street parking was free and accessible- eating area for lunch:snack was nice and convenient. Surrounding area is great for lunch and beach across the way. Discount for SNAP recipients.

Jennifer M.

5/5

Very fun for kids! Lots of different stations for creative, imaginative play, and outdoor area with play houses, water tables, musical equipment and a zipline thing. Some of the play areas/stations can get more crowded than others but overall we spent a little more than 2 hours here and had a good time. (Age 3.5)

Erica A.

1/5

This museum is run down and filthy. The women’s bathroom made me bolt for the exit immediately. Not worth the $30 we paid - hope they use the money to invest in some bleach or clean toys. I would not recommend.