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🎨 Museums for Kids in Mill Valley, CA

2 children's museums, science centers, and interactive exhibits rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Mill Valley

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Bay Area Discovery Museum tourist attraction in San Francisco, CA🎨 Museum
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Bay Area Discovery Museum

★4.7(3,049)$$6 mi away

Nestled at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge in Sausalito, the Bay Area Discovery Museum is a hands-on wonderland designed specifically for children under 10. With both indoor art studios and expansive outdoor play areas featuring stunning Bay views, this museum encourages creative exploration through interactive exhibits that blend learning with imaginative play.

🕑 3-4 hours (plan for a half-day visit to fully enjoy both indoor and outdoor areas)
Bay Model Visitor Center visitor center in Sausalito, CA🎨 Museum
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Bay Model Visitor Center

★4.7(165)$4 mi · Sausalito

The Bay Model Visitor Center is a hidden gem where kids can explore a massive two-acre hydraulic model that simulates the tides and currents of San Francisco Bay. This fascinating, completely free attraction combines hands-on learning with engineering marvels, making complex water ecosystems easy to understand through visual demonstrations that captivate curious minds.

🕑 1.5-2 hours

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