In the city there are places and attractions for all ages, like these museums for kids in CDMX where everyone will learn something new. You will see animals they will become explorers and even learn how money works. Most of these venues have interactive areas or workshops, which will make it even more attractive more fun did you already know them?
1. Yancuic Museum
This is one of the newest enclosures; it has soon stolen the hearts of families and wowed them with its tour. The main theme of this museum is climate change and biodiversity. However, they will also delve into the cosmovision of some native peoples.
The Yancuic Museum of Iztapalapa is a immersive experience with projections, sound and lots of color. The best part is that there are interactive activities, games and workshops where the kids will have fun while they learn.
⏰Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️Entrada free 🎟️Entrada
📍Ermita Iztapalapa 2325, Los Ángeles, Iztapalapa
2. House of a Thousand Dolls
Imagine meeting dolls from other countries, the first dolls in the world and some miniature collections. Yes, these pieces can be found in the House of a Thousand Dolls, an enclosure where you will discover the history of this toy.
The little ones will also see a Barbie collection and will be able to enter a fairy and elf room. This space is a magical place that will transport you to a fairy tale.
wednesday to Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️$150 general admission ticket
📍Av. Chapultepec 420, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc
3. Universum
It is one of the most beloved museums of Mexico City. It has different rooms in which you will learn about more about the universe water, ocean and fossils.
It also has a planetarium in which space projections are made. It is important to mention that there are rooms that have an additional cost.
It currently has a dinosaur exhibition where they will learn more about these prehistoric beings, as well as participate in workshops and other activities.
📍Circuito Cultural de Ciudad Universitaria s/n, Coyoacán
🕒Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️$90 general admission tickets. Boys, girls, students, teachers, senior citizens, UNAM employees and alumni with a UNAM ID card pay $80
4. Folk Art Museum
If you are looking for your kids to learn more about art, this is a good option. Through its exhibitions permanent and temporary exhibitions will be able to see the extensive artistic variety that exists in Mexico.
You will find alebrijes, kites, handicrafts and the Huichol vocho. Workshops are offered in certain seasons. And yes: there are also for boys and girls.
📍Revillagigedo 11, Centro, Cuauhtémoc
🕒Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
🎟️Entrada general $60. Children under 18, people with disabilities, seniors, students, teachers and artisans are admitted free of charge. On Sundays, tickets are free for everyone.
5. Papalote Children’s Museum
This list of museums for kids in CDMX would not be complete without mentioning this place. It has areas where they will discover the senses, the human body, build a rocket and learn a lot.
During your visit, don’t forget to climb the Ramon Tree and stop by the laboratory of ideas. Best of all, there’s fun for all ages here.
📍Constituyentes 268, second section of Chapultepec Forest
🕒Tuesdays to Sundays from 10:00 a.m
🎟️Desde $240 for children and adults
6. Jumex Museum
The mission of this museum is to disseminate everything related to contemporary art. They have a Program called Mini Sunday, in which guided tours are offered to children. It is not done every week-end and with different themes.
We recommend that you keep pending to your website where you can see the agenda and tours for children.
📍Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 303, Granada, Miguel Hidalgo
🕒Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️Entrada free 🎟️Entrada
7. Natural History Museum
In this museum you will be immersed in everything related to nature. They will learn about animals, plants and the beings that inhabited the earth long ago. Weekends are a good time to go, because you will find workshops and activities for children.
📍Circuito Correr es Salud, avenida de los Compositores s/n, second section of Bosque de Chapultepec
🕒Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️ $36 general admission tickets. Teachers, students and children 3 to 12 years old pay $17
8. Toy Museum MX
In this enclosure you will see toys from different eras: dolls, cars, action figures, board games and much more. Children will learn what toys were like in the old days and you can even show them what your favorites were.
dr. Olvera 15, colonia Doctores, alcaldía Cuauhtémoc
🕛Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
9. Amphibium, Ajolote Museum
Among the museums for children in CDMX this one could not be missed. It opened last year to promote the care of the salamander. The little ones will see these animals live and in full color, and they will also learn about the ecosystem in which amphibians live.
📍Zoológico de Chapultepec (first section of the Chapultepec forest)
🕒Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
🎟️Entrada free 🎟️Entrada
10. Bank of Mexico Museum
In this museum you will learn not only about the functioning of the Banco de México, but also about the evolution of money. It has several interactive areas, such as a machine where you can see what a bill would look like with your face. Don’t forget to stop by the vault, where you will enjoy an immersive experience.
📍5 de Mayo 2, Downtown, Cuauhtémoc
🕒Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
🎟️Entrada free of charge