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Florida Children's Museum

πŸ“ Lakeland, FL

β˜…4.6(1,276 Google reviews)

Florida Children's Museum in Bonnet Springs Park spans two floors of interactive galleries including Watermelon Seeds, Design Park, and City Play.

βœ“ interactive exhibitsβœ“ sensory-friendlyβœ“ toddler playβœ“ City Playβœ“ Design Parkβœ“ daily programs
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Sean Gleason

It was fun, spent a few hours there. Need to look into what else is there. Theres more outside, I dont think its part of the museum, but its a public park

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children ages 2–10. City Play engages the full family with adult costumes available. The sensory-inclusive design makes this one of the more accessible children's museums in Florida for kids with sensory sensitivities. Children up to 12 are welcomed, and volunteers must be 14+.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Download the Social Story from the museum's website before visiting with sensory-sensitive children
⏰Explore the adjacent Bonnet Springs public park after your visit β€” it's free and extends the day significantly
🎟️EBT discount requires the cardholder to present ID β€” confirm the policy for your specific situation before arriving

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πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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1,276 Google reviews

Interactive gallery quality45%
Sensory accessibility25%
Value for time spent20%
Adjacent park bonus10%
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Sean Gleason

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β€œIt was fun, spent a few hours there. Need to look into what else is there. Theres more outside, I dont think its part of the museum, but its a public park”

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β€œIt was ok. It's up to 12 but honestly I didn't see anyone above 9 or 10 so there is plenty of young children. Only thing I don't get is the fact that the volunteers have to 14 but a 12 yr old would enjoy being a volunteer more than being treated like a toddler with the goodbye parade. Very smart tho with the parade. If your 12 I suggest waiting until your 14 because alot of the stuff in city play was too short for a 12yr old and more fitting for a 6 yr old. Sorry tall kids!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Florida Children's Museum at Bonnet Springs Park houses multiple themed galleries across two floors. Watermelon Seeds immerses young children in colorful produce-themed play; Design Park challenges kids to engineer floating vehicles tested in a construction alley; City Play gives children and adults costumes and a full city-scale role-play environment. The museum is sensory-inclusive with sound dampening, predictive floor patterns, shade controls, and wheelchair access.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 15:00

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