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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

180 Woz Way, San Jose, California

Description

The Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (CDM) has interactive exhibits designed for early childhood education. The building was designed by architect Ricardo Legorreta and houses galleries that cover topics such as palaeontology, geology, and the scientific method. Highlights include two life size Columbian mammoth replicas, a fire engine and 'Waterways' with its water vortex.

Access & Transport

The Museum is located in downtown San Jose at the intersection of Woz Way and Auzerais Street, near the McEnery Convention Center and the Center for the Performing Arts. There are several parking lots in the vicinity. The light rail blue line stops next to the museum. For more info on how to get there: https://www.cdm.org/visit/plan-your-visit/directions-parking/

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Very positive online reviews from parents who point out that this is very much for younger children - say up to 5-7 years old. The various areas are colourful, safe and well furnished. The ability to touch and interact keeps little ones entertained with the fire engine, ambulance, big kitchen and the outdoor play areas among the favourites.

Environmental & Social

Small carbon footprint (electricity) and strong educational 'mission'

Conclusion

This activity is aimed at local residents (and schools) or somebody living within less than 1h drive with toddlers looking for an activity that will keep them engaged and learning without seeming to!

Key positive

Blends fun and educational aspects

Key negative

Not interesting for teenagers and adults

Suitability

Best for children up to 8 years old and accessible to visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in July 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:2h 15m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Jun, 20

Season 1 / Period 1

MONDAY00:00 - 00:00

TUESDAY09:30 - 12:30

WEDNESDAY09:30 - 12:30

THURSDAY09:30 - 12:30

FRIDAY09:30 - 12:30

SATURDAY09:30 - 12:30

SUNDAY09:30 - 12:30

Season 1 / Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY13:30 - 16:30

WEDNESDAY13:30 - 16:30

THURSDAY13:30 - 16:30

FRIDAY13:30 - 16:30

SATURDAY13:30 - 16:30

SUNDAY13:30 - 16:30

Start of Season 2:Sep, 05

Season 2 / Period 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY09:30 - 12:30

WEDNESDAY09:30 - 12:30

THURSDAY09:30 - 12:30

FRIDAY09:30 - 12:30

SATURDAY09:30 - 12:30

SUNDAY09:30 - 12:30

Season 2 / Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY -

WEDNESDAY -

THURSDAY -

FRIDAY -

SATURDAY13:30 - 16:30

SUNDAY13:30 - 16:30

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
60 - 99
US$16
Adult
18 - 59
US$18
Child
1 - 17
US$18
Infant
0 - 99
US$0

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