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Phelps Youth Pavilion
225 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA 50701, United States
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Ha
Review №1

What a wonderful way for the kids to burn off energy while also learning and stimulating the brain! Even as an adult I love this place. My only fret is that I have to pay $5 each time as an adult, when were really there for the kids. Not too upset about it, it helps support a local museum.

Cu
Review №2

Love this place had a blast with my kids exploring all of the fun activities, and really had fun watching them put on a play of their own creation on the stage. Highly recommend going here especially if have younger children. Hours of entertainment and activities, all you need to bring is your imagination, and you might learn a few things as well.

Pa
Review №3

Their website does not do this place any justice. My 2 & 4 y/o daughters absolutely loved our trip here. We are from out of town and didnt know what to expect. It was a great experience with two floors of activities and the climbing structure. My kids also appreciated the art displayed, a fun addition to the visit.

Re
Review №4

Pretty cool place, my kids enjoyed them selves.pricing isnt bad, great atmosphere. Only complaint theres not much staff in one of the activities area. Basically big kids was running over the little ones.

Ry
Review №5

Many interactive exhibits, even for 2 year olds! They also have a baby area for little ones to crawl around. The indoor slide is pretty long/tall. Overall, Im impressed with this being here in this area.

Ma
Review №6

Awesome place for our 3 year old and 1.5 year old. Ton for them to do an stay busy for 1.5-2.5 hours. $3 a person is unbeatable compared to most places we have taken them! Will be back several times a year

Mo
Review №7

Very fun and interactive for kids. My children loved all the art centers and loved the little indoor climbing structure.

St
Review №8

I practice with my Kud Kolo group here.This is a photo of Honor Quire performing at Culturefest right after my group was done performing.

Ok
Review №9

Awesome place for a kids party! The activity areas a great place for kids to burn energy. Nice museum and art gallery as well.

An
Review №10

Its not the biggest or fanciest childrens place weve been to, but this gets 5 stars on value. $5 and our kids played until closing time without getting bored. Nothing to complain about here.

La
Review №11

Awesome! It was perfect for my kid. We spent about an hour and half just in the kids section. We could have played for a few hours.

ma
Review №12

Great place to take young children. My kids loved the huge play center!

Te
Review №13

Fun exhibits hands on for kids.

Ph
Review №14

Its a great place to help the kids unwind especially during the winter months love the play scape

Gr
Review №15

It was fun for the kids. Several neat and entertaining exhibits for the kids to play in and with. Lots of room to play around and things to climb on. My 4 year old had a blast and didnt want to leave :)

Je
Review №16

Fun place to spend some time with the kids. Not very crowded the day we went and the kids had a blast.

Ha
Review №17

My 2 year old loved this place!

La
Review №18

My kids LOVE going here and could play forever. Nice, inexpensive activity for something to do with your family!

Sh
Review №19

This place is amazing. A lot of hands on activities. I would say it is best for ages 2 to 8... but kids who are up to age 12 and enjoy art a lot may be a good fit as well.

An
Review №20

Staff does a nice job keeping the activity centers cleaned up. Sometimes activities are broken but they do get fixed over time.

Jo
Review №21

We took 6 of our grand children here (5 and under) there was something for everyoneTo do and enjoy!!

La
Review №22

Fun place.

Ry
Review №23

Wholesome and engaging entertainment for kids and adults.

Me
Review №24

Great place for kids of all ages. Plenty to do and see. Take your lunch and sit by the river after a day of play !!!

Ta
Review №25

We loved it! There are so many different things to do. I thought 2 hours would be sufficient for the low admission price but boy was I wrong!! Wish wed planned to stay for the whole day. There are so many hands on activities for your kiddos to do. My 4 year old loved the different stations. Theyre educational and fun for both kids and adults. The staff keep it clean (I even saw a couple of them walking around with a spray bottle and cloth wiping down the different stations). We will definitely visit again when we are in town. Its a great place for kids and adults to feel like kids.

Sa
Review №26

My granddaughters always have a blast when they go. And I do too for that matter.They jeep everything very clean. 2 hours and we were constantly busy. Could easily play there all day.

MA
Review №27

This is always a must go to place in town! We make it apart if our monthly routine. The kids love it so much! The staff keeps it clean and organized! The kids always love these play stations and I am positive we are building lasting memories there!!

Al
Review №28

Always changing one exhibit, but the favorites stay. Even my older kids love it.

Ka
Review №29

Really neat place for the kids!

C
Review №30

Pricey but fun for young kids!

Je
Review №31

Fun, interactive exhibits! This is a great place for hands on art activities for kids (and adults) of all ages.

Re
Review №32

So creative, amazing, educational place for your kids from toddlers to preschoolers or higher grades . Cheap admissions for each person as little as $5. Its worth a visit. I would recommend it.

Mi
Review №33

Fantastic fun for the kids. Best 5 dollars you can spend. Our grandchildren range from 2 to 12 and they all love to go there

Ga
Review №34

Amazing and creative space. Staff was friendly and there is a lot to do in the facility. Additionally they have an indoor playground/play place for the kids.

je
Review №35

Went on a field trip with my sons class. Very nice instructor and wonderful facility. The kids had plenty to play with.

Na
Review №36

We had a lot of fun with our 3 year old! I was impressed with the variety of things to do for the kids. Were going to go back so he can do more things next time

YO
Review №37

Great place to take the kids for a fun time

Ma
Review №38

This is a wonderful place for the whole family to enjoy! Clean and well organized! The staff is great, and the kids always love coming.

Cu
Review №39

Great, enriching entertainment for kids.

Je
Review №40

Went once with a groups of kids for church and again with a 3 year old I babysit. All the kids loved it. There is so much for these kids to play, learn, and explore. My 3 year old friend and I could have stayed on the floor video screen in the light up exhibit for hours. And the price is reasonable for everything included!

Be
Review №41

Fun times for my 5y/o here.

Ch
Review №42

5$ admission which is very reasonableDidnt look like much at first but was there for couple hours and we all had a blast even our 15 year old.Other kids are 4 & 7.

Ka
Review №43

Went during spring break kids week so was only $1 to get in. My son had a blast, theres lots to do

Ro
Review №44

Great fun place for kids. Clean & well kept.

Ky
Review №45

Had a lot of fun here with the kids!

Ch
Review №46

The kids always have a great time visiting Phelps Youth Pavilion. The new playscape is amazing! Worth the trip.

Ma
Review №47

Super fun day with grandkids. They loved everything and were very entertained for over 2 hours. We also did the splash pad outside and they had a fun time on the gym equipment.

Ra
Review №48

We came for the noon years day party and had a lot of fun

Ke
Review №49

So much fun for my kids!! Something for all ages!

Le
Review №50

We really liked it and so did my 3 year old. So much for little hands to do.

La
Review №51

Fabulous place for the kids... and when an adult wants to feel like a kid. I cant help it, that tractor simulation really is fun!

Sh
Review №52

I took my granddaughter here for an afternoon of not TV and video games. She had so much fun!

ma
Review №53

Clean. Well organized. Well staffed. Lots to do. Fun. Engaging. A variety of activities and experiences.

Dh
Review №54

Very nice place and awesome for kids.

Re
Review №55

Great place for kids to use their imagination and burn off energy

Ja
Review №56

Had a great time with our Grandaughter, on friday, the last school day of Spring break. So much for the kids to do. And to learn. Thank you. She loves coming down there!!!

Re
Review №57

All kids should go here. Theres so much to do. Good place for birthday parties. Can also enjoy art classes there!!!

Da
Review №58

A fun play experience!

Ge
Review №59

A perfect place to take toddlers and small kids. The light room even the adults will like.

Bo
Review №60

Great play place for our group, ages 1, 2, 6, 7Lots of great activities with variety

Ja
Review №61

A lot of interesting things to see here. Have a lot of different art exhibits.

kr
Review №62

Always a great time here. My kids love it.

Je
Review №63

Super fun, so many different things for kids to do and explore.

Sh
Review №64

Had a great time over spring break with my grandson. Thanks.

Re
Review №65

The kids LOVE coming here! We come at least once a year!

Ca
Review №66

Great for my kids 2 & 5 yrs old

Ma
Review №67

The young ones played so much they were exhausted. Which is awesome for us Grandparents!

Sh
Review №68

Very kid friendly

Ma
Review №69

Fun little hidden gem in Waterloo. Great place to learn and play.

St
Review №70

Totally worth it! Great way to spend a couple hours on a cold or rainy day!

Pa
Review №71

Kids play, learn, and make art. Its a great way to spend an afternoon!

Sa
Review №72

Super super fun. Love it

Ju
Review №73

Wonderful experience. Fun place for kids!

An
Review №74

Lots and lots of hands on exhibits for kids like driving a kids tractor through a virtual reality farm, keep em busy for a least 2-3 hours, $5

Sh
Review №75

Great place to hang out and let kids play

Mi
Review №76

Alot of fun things to do for the kids.

Ch
Review №77

Always fun.

ma
Review №78

Kids had a blast climbing and learning!

Ca
Review №79

My son enjoyed it so did I.

De
Review №80

Very family-friendly.

Pa
Review №81

This is such a playful museum.

TE
Review №82

Great for a little one

Ma
Review №83

My kids and my friends kids enjoyed a lot!!

St
Review №84

Excellent adventure

Ky
Review №85

Lots of activities for kids.

An
Review №86

Lots for kids to do

Br
Review №87

Fun!

Sa
Review №88

Wonderful place!!

Gr
Review №89

My children love visiting!

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  • Address:225 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA 50701, United States
  • Site:https://waterloocenterforthearts.org/phelpsyouthpavilion/
  • Phone:+1 319-291-4490
Categories
  • Amusement center
  • Children's museum
  • Art museum
  • Tourist attraction
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:Yes
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