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The Children's Museum of the Upstate

300 College Street, Greenville, SC 29601
864 233 7755
Ranked #8 of 26 attractions in Greenville
4.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveller Description: The Children's Museum of the Upstate in Greenville, SC  Museum Website The Children's Museum of the Upstate opened at the end of July 2009. It's... more »
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Greenville, South Carolina
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I took my nephew and we both had a blast! We could have spent all day there. The exhibits are educational, interactive and most importantly FUN. I'm excited to try one of their "Adults Only" nights, too.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The kids love it. I like when they're happy. It's overpriced! $10 just for adult admission. There isn't much for adults to do. Essentially, they are charging you to watch your children play on top of charging the children to play. The cafe is too expensive given the quality of food. Ordered a $5+ grilled cheese (imitation cheese) for the... More

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Lyman, SC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I recently went on a fieldtrip with my 4 year old to the Children's Museum of the Upstate. This was so much fun. Very clean and well taken care of. I would say you need to allow 4 + hours and that may not even be enough time. I look forward to going back with both children. I also think... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

This place is awesome!!! My kids could spend days here and still want to go back. I have a 4 and 6 year old and they both have a different favorite part every time we go. We bought season passes and it is SO worth every penny!

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los angeles
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I was new in town. they said that I could not enter since I did not have any children with me. that is not fair. I have never been to a place that would not allow an adult to enter. what about disneyland, and other places that cater to children also? the rule is riduculous

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

We were there after Christmas 2010. Several exhibits weren't working. Others weren't well-designed. It was expensive (they have since reduced prices). We've been to better children's museums.

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Charleston, South Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Lots to do for different ages & many of the same activities can be done by children of different ages. The "climbing apparatus" is awesome & something to repeat every time you go. My grandson loves sitting in the recycle truck & pushing all the buttons. Be sure to check out the "recycle statue". Have not been impressed with the... More

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Greenville, South Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Great museum for younger kids. Very hands on and lots to see in a small space. Older kids lost interest within an hour. Entrance fee a little high, but on par with other children's museums we have visited in the past.

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Ontario, New York
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

It was a very clean museum with lots of activities for children 3-10. older kids may become bored quickly. a little disapointed with the cafe-it was nasty and very expensive

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Greer, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

Went today with my 2 10-year olds, boy and girl. They both loved it! We went from 9:45 - 12:30, left for lunch, due to the limited selection/high prices of lunch, and came back for another hour. So much to do! My kids really loved it and i had to practically pull them out of there! Not too crowded and... More

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