Austin Children's Museum

Capital Metro bus routes #2, #10, #12, #15, #16 and #64 drop off close to the Museum. If you are already in the downtown area, hop on the Red, Gold or Orange 'Dillo. Both drop off a few blocks from the Museum and downtown 'Dillos are always free to ride! Visit www.capmetro.org for more details.

Thanks to the generosity of AMLI Downtown and Standard Parking Museum visitors can park in the AMLI garage for a reduced rate with Museum validation on a space available basis. Visitors to the Museum can also use metered street parking or pay to park in area lots. Handicapped guests may park at any available city meter - it is free when you have your handicapped tag.

Admission is $5.50 per person. Children under 12 months are free, children 12-23 months are $3.50.

The Austin Children's Museum is a private, nonprofit organization that receives funding from the City of Austin Art Commission, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and various foundations, businesses and individuals. The Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency that fosters innovation, leadership and a lifetime of learning, supports the Austin Children's Museum. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the Museum gratefully accepts donations and sponsorships.

Four visitors are included in a Basic Membership.

No, based on National Indoor Playground Safety Standards, children must be 5 years old in order to go down the slide.

An average visit to the Museum is 1.5-2 hours.

The nearest ATM is located at the 100 Congress building - 1 block south of the Museum.

The Museum's audience ranges from 0-9 years of age.

Food is not sold at the Museum. We suggest Which Wich, Paciugo, or Spaghetti Warehouse for kid-friendly restaurants that are within blocks of the Museum.

The Museum has a designated area inside for parking strollers.

The Museum occasionally has extra supplies for accidents, but please be prepared to provide your own.