Museo Infantil de Oaxaca — Attraction in Oaxaca

The Oaxaca Children’s Museum is a truly special place in the heart of the city.

What makes it so unique to me is the magic that still lingers in this location. When you stop to feel it, you can almost travel back in time and imagine how our ancestors once journeyed to reach this very city.

With a little imagination, this place becomes a doorway to the past — full of history, silent stories, and whispers of how life used to be. It invites you to wonder, to reflect, and to feel the energy of the generations who came before us.

To me, it’s a perfect place to sit, relax, and let yourself be transported to another time. You can picture how it once looked, how peaceful it must have been… waiting patiently for the next train to arrive.

"Places like this remind us that time is not lost — it’s simply waiting for us...

Museo Infantil de Oaxaca is a beautifully maintained, free-entry museum that offers a fantastic experience for families with kids. It features a charming miniature train and railway area, a well-stocked library, and an outdoor wooden playground that blends beautifully with nature. They also have a horse carousel, adding to the fun. Throughout the week, they host engaging activities for children, making every visit unique and enjoyable. On weekends, there’s even a movie theater where families can enjoy kid-friendly films. The museum also has a lovely garden space and an indoor play area designed specifically for babies, making it a great destination for all ages. Highly recommended for families...

Great spot to visit with your kids.. very different than a North American kids museum and the playgrounds are more or less hazards that need repairs badly so you have to watch your kids closely (if not for this would give 5 stars). The building with the different sections is great and we all made wood plate carvings for the ink press and the was super cool, never done that before. DO NOT go out of your way for the train.. it's really really stupid, the employees just push 2 carts there and then push them backwards for kids to take turns, it's not interesting at all no matter how much your...