① Seattle Children’s Museum

📍 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109

🎈 Why visit: Immersive, kid-sized worlds with STEM, art, and pretend-play zones—ideal for toddlers through early grade school.

👀 Don’t miss: Water tables, building corner, and the rotating art studio.

💡 Tip: Weekends sell out—reserve timed entry; bring a change of clothes for water play.

💵 Per person: $12–$17

② KidsQuest Children’s Museum

📍 1116 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

🧪 Why visit: Bright two-story space packed with STEM challenges, art-making, and creative construction for ages 0–10.

👀 Don’t miss: The Water Gallery and the big climbing atrium.

💡 Tip: Morning slots go fastest—book ahead; limited stroller parking inside.

💵 Per person: $15–$20

③ Imagine Children’s Museum

📍 1502 Wall St, Everett, WA 98201

🚀 Why visit: Huge, recently expanded museum with a pretend town, science labs, and a rooftop playground.

👀 Don’t miss: Rooftop climbers, air/water exhibits, and the mini–grocery store.

💡 Tip: Bring socks and a spare shirt; afternoons are quieter than mornings.

💵 Per person: $15–$20

④ Hands On Children’s Museum

📍 414 Jefferson St NE, Olympia, WA 98501

🌲 Why visit: Washington’s largest kids’ museum—indoor galleries plus an Outdoor Discovery Center with nature play.

👀 Don’t miss: Stream/river tables, the climbing ship, and the maker studio.

💡 Tip: Pair with the East Bay splash pad next door in summer; time-ticketing on busy days.

💵 Per person: $16–$20

⑤ Children’s Museum of Tacoma

📍 1501 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

🎨 Why visit: Artful, sensory-friendly play spaces that feel calm and creative—great for preschoolers and early elementary.

👀 Don’t miss: Woods & Water zone and the building studio.

💡 Tip: “Pay As You Will” admission—donate what works; check for sensory-friendly hours.

💵 Per person: $0–$15