Tucked at the end of the Union Square Shopping Plaza in New Hope, PA, the Bucks County Children’s Museum is a prime spot for little adventurers and their grown-ups.
It’s just steps from the New Hope Train Station…so, if your kiddo is train-obsessed, this could be a two-for-one win.
Want to know how to spend a whole day in New Hope with your little one?
Check out our Fun Guide to New Hope, PA with Little Kids.
Who Will Love Bucks County Children’s Museum?
Big fun for the littlest explorers.
Designed with the 12-month to 7-year-old crowd in mind, the Bucks County Children’s Museum is a wonderland of hands-on, kid-powered fun.
At 9,000 square feet, all on one level, there’s no need to worry about stairs, elevators, or chasing a toddler up a flight of steps.
Parents of tiny runners, rejoice!
Plus, sensory packs are available for families who need them, making the experience even more inclusive.
Planning Your Visit to Bucks County Children’s Museum
Location:
📍Bucks County Children’s Museum ~ 500 Union Square Dr., New Hope, PA
Museum Hours:
Closed Mondays
Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 3:30 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Admission:
$9 per person (ages 1 and up)
How Much Time Do You Need?:
Plan for 1 – 2 hours of playtime at the Bucks County Children’s Museum
Pro Tip: Snag your tickets in advance! They’re refundable up to two hours before your visit.
Parking:
Bucks County Children’s Museum has a public parking lot which runs $1 per 30 minutes (use the ParkMobile app to keep it hassle-free).
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Fun Exhibits at Bucks County Children’s Museum
Town Square: A Mini Town for Kids
The ultimate mini town, where kids can test out different grown-up roles (minus the taxes and grocery bills).
A mini town where kids run the show.
BCCM Express Train
Punch tickets as the conductor or ride along as a happy passenger.
Next stop: Imagination Station!
Barnyard Friends
“Feed” the horses carrots and gather eggs from the chickens. Farm chores have never been this fun!
Feeding time! No hay required…
General Store & Market
Stock shelves, shop, and pretend to run your own little market.
(The checkout line is way more enjoyable here than at the real grocery store.)
Stock shelves, ring up groceries, and be the boss.
Hospital: Little Doctors on Duty
A hands-on way to make medical experiences feel less intimidating…because pretending to be the doctor is way more fun than being the patient.
Paging future Doctors…
Doctor’s Office
Slip into a lab coat, check out x-rays, and perform “surgery” in a giant game of Operation.
Doctors, your patients are waiting!
Ambulance
Climb in and role-play as an EMT or patient. Bonus: No actual sirens blaring.
The sirens may be pretend, but the fun is real!
Bucks County Country: Nature Meets Play
This exhibit is a nod to the beauty of Bucks County, with interactive features celebrating nature, conservation, and creativity.
A little piece of Bucks County, just for kids.
Treehouse with Slide
Because every kid-friendly space should have a treehouse.
Climb, slide, repeat!
Rock Climbing Wall
Little climbers can conquer new heights (safely).
Tiny climbers, big adventures!
Big Dig: Fossil Hunting, But Make It Glow
Grab a blacklight and uncover fossils and artifacts in a glowing, excavation-style adventure.
Junior paleontologists, this one’s for you!
Airways: Wind, Air, and Energy in Action
This large-scale exhibit teaches kids the power of air through hands-on play.
Air power in action!
Hot Air Balloon Basket
Step inside, watch a video simulation, and imagine floating over Bucks County.
Up, up, and pretend away!
Air Tunnels & Floating Balls
Experiment with airflow and test if you can keep a ball suspended in the air.
Watch the air take control!
Waterways: Splash-Friendly Science
An interactive water zone where kids can experiment with boats, canals, and currents.
Science + splashes = the best kind of learning!
Aprons available – Because let’s be real, kids + water = potential for a very wet ride home.
Live Aquariums – A quieter spot to watch fish swim and relax after all the excitement.
STEAM Room: Brain-Boosting Activities
A rotating collection of tabletop activities focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
This area tends to be a little calmer than the rest of the museum, making it a great spot to reset before heading out.
Build, design, and problem-solve!
Snack Time & Other Essentials
A fun way to bring the learning home.
Snack Room – There is no on-site café at the Bucks County Children’s Museum but vending machines are available for quick bites.
If you’re looking for something more substantial, check out New Hope’s Best Dining... only a short walk away.
Gift Shop: Small but mighty, with a curated selection of educational toys perfect for extending the fun at home.
Why Families Love Bucks County Children’s Museum
The Bucks County Children’s Museum is the perfect mix of play, learning, and exploration in downtown New Hope.
It’s engaging enough to keep little ones entertained, but small enough that you won’t have to chase a toddler across multiple floors.
Whether your kids want to be a doctor, a conductor, or a scientist for the day, this museum gives them the space to dream big…without overwhelming you in the process.
Happy Travels…
