general admission
Adults: $19
Children 2–18: $17
Seniors 60+: $17
Children under 2: Free
Admission is $8 after 3:30 pm everyday.
This admission rate is only available in person. Price may not apply during select special events
We recommend you reserve tickets in advance to ensure admission on busy days. Show your advance tickets on your phone or printed to speed along your entry and get the fun started sooner!
Walk-up tickets are also available.
You may also reserve your tickets by calling 412.322.5058, ext 210, during open hours.
Arrive at your desired time and stay as long as you like. We allow readmission with your wristband if you need to leave or take a break outside.
admission discounts and reciprocal admission
We offer a variety of discounts for visitors, including participating in the Museums of All program and offering reciprocal admission through the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) programs.
Free admission is also provided to any therapeutic support staff, counselor, doctor, therapist or nurse that accompanies a visitor as part of their professional responsibilities. Please provide employee identification at the Admissions Desk to receive admission.
Learn more about Admission Discounts and Reciprocal Admission here
member admission
Members receive free general admission everyday.
Member guests receive 20% off our admission price; no other discounts apply.
We encourage members to reserve tickets in advance for the day you wish to visit through our online reservation system. Having your tickets printed or on your phone speeds along your admission so you can spend more time having fun!
group admission
Admission for groups of 15 or more is $12 per person.
Groups must make a reservation 2 weeks (14 days) in advance of their visit date. For more information on bringing a group to the Children’s Museum or MuseumLab:
- Contact our Group Operations Manager at 412.322.5058, ext 319, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, or groups @pittsburghkids.org OR
- Submit a Field Trip Request form
gift cards
You may use gift cards purchased through the Children’s Museum to purchase admission tickets online.
Gift cards purchased at Giant Eagle cannot be redeemed online. To use these gift cards for admission, please call 412.322.5058, ext 210, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.