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Explore & More Children's Museum
Four floors of Buffalo-themed play at Canalside with a working model Erie Canal, a mini grocery, a climbing tower and a toddler zone.
Ages
1–10+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
Four floors of play built around Buffalo and western New York themes, sitting right at Canalside downtown. Kids move water through a scale model of the Erie Canal with locks that actually work, run a mini Wegmans-style grocery, and climb a multi-story tower structure in the atrium. There is a dedicated space for babies and toddlers away from the bigger kids. Winter is peak season here because Canalside outside is frozen solid. Two to three hours and a very happy under-eight.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission per person including adults; check current rates (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Explore & More Children's Museum cost?
- Admission to Explore & More Children's Museum is paid. Paid admission per person including adults; check current rates (verify)
- What ages is Explore & More Children's Museum good for?
- Explore & More Children's Museum is best for kids ages 1 to 10+.
- Is Explore & More Children's Museum stroller friendly?
- Yes, Explore & More Children's Museum is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Explore & More Children's Museum?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Explore & More Children's Museum.
- How hard is Explore & More Children's Museum?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Explore & More Children's Museum free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Explore & More Children's Museum. Paid admission per person including adults; check current rates (verify)
- What should I bring to Explore & More Children's Museum?
- Socks, change of clothes for the water exhibit, water bottles
- How long does Explore & More Children's Museum take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Explore & More Children's Museum.
- When is the best time to visit Explore & More Children's Museum?
- Year-round. Busiest in winter and on school breaks.
- Is there parking at Explore & More Children's Museum?
- Paid Canalside lots and downtown garages on Main St