Over 350 hands-on exhibits that allow kids to explore human biology, nature, inventions & careers.
At a glance
#36 of 44 Tourist attractions in Columbia #13 of 15 Museums in ColumbiaLocalGuideWorld score: 4.50
Rating breakdown
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5 ★68%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of EdVenture?
- EdVenture is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 3,095 reviews.
- How does EdVenture rank in Columbia?
- EdVenture is #36 of 44 Tourist attractions in Columbia by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is EdVenture located?
- 211 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201 — 3.0 km from the center of Columbia.
- How can I contact EdVenture?
- Phone: (803) 779-3100 · Website: edventure.org
Wonderful children's museum! So many different areas and some just for fun but still learning experiences! Grocery store; fire engine, plane cockpit, flying simulators, xray style exhibit, veterinarian area, younger children only play area. Grrat outside water play area and garden! A Must in Columbia! Recommend annual pass! Also fyi..adults not allowed entry without a child.
This is a great place to visit. It can be very busy, but worth the wait . There a little bit for everyone to learn and play . There even a area for much younger children. Arts and crafts .
EdVenture’s inspires children and their families through interactive museum experiences. The mission is to engage with the communities and teach within the museum through an immersive type of scenario.
Same as I remember, my grandson had a blast. Lots of hand on learning at its best. Adventurous Adventures in learning both inside and out. Do take note they are closed on Tuesday. **SNAP holders get in for $3.00 a person.
For any homeschooling parents, this place is great to take your kids for lessons. This building is huge and offers a large variety of things to have fun while learning. Here’s a few of our favorites from our visit. The farm area shows kids how to milk a cow, process of getting milk from the farm to the store, & picking crops. You also have a fire station that shows you the life of a firefighter as well as teaching fire safety. The 40ft tall boy has stairs behind him to reach various play areas to learn about the inside of our bodies. There are multiple airplanes and a simulation to help kids learn about becoming a pilot. They also have a large crafting area that allows kids to use their imaginations to create anything they’d like. Bring a small bag if you’d like to take their crafts home with you. Makes things easier as they explore the rest of the museum. Overall this is a well maintained, clean children’s museum and is well worth the trip to visit.
Great Family Adventure at Edventure. The kids climbed through the insides of a giant child / playground - how cool!! From fire engines to airplanes to grocery stores to TV studios, this is the place for imaginary play. I appreciate too that they gave a military discount. Be sure to ask.
Overall it is absolutely amazing but we came on a Tues at 9 am from outta town and there was some kind of camp. So Many kids from the camp using all the activity areas that my kids couldn't really enjoy anything here.
Now we did notice other groups here in a field trip and those kids took turns and my kids were able to play with those groups.
But that actual edvventure camp go-ers made it not as enjoyable as it could have been.
We will definitely be back, but hopefully not when they have camps inside the building.
Now we did notice other groups here in a field trip and those kids took turns and my kids were able to play with those groups.
But that actual edvventure camp go-ers made it not as enjoyable as it could have been.
We will definitely be back, but hopefully not when they have camps inside the building.
Love this museum! Had family visit from out of town and their children loved it!
At the time, it was busy and crowded due to various schools (field trips) and families.
Admission is affordable and they do provide wrist bands for safety reasons.
However, there was still plenty to do and see. You have two levels in the building for play along with outside activities as well.
Multiple activities for any child at any level.
They have: a garden, supermarket, tractor, fire truck, topics on fire safety, huge Lego blocks, a library area, Big Eddie, cockpit of an airplane, space exploration and so much more.
There is a gift shop inside and prices are reasonable.
No food inside, but there are various restaurants downtown and if you like McDonald's that's practically right next door.
Parking lot is a good size and I was able to find a spot on such a busy day.
This is a great spot for children to be educated, investigative, explore, and play.
At the time, it was busy and crowded due to various schools (field trips) and families.
Admission is affordable and they do provide wrist bands for safety reasons.
However, there was still plenty to do and see. You have two levels in the building for play along with outside activities as well.
Multiple activities for any child at any level.
They have: a garden, supermarket, tractor, fire truck, topics on fire safety, huge Lego blocks, a library area, Big Eddie, cockpit of an airplane, space exploration and so much more.
There is a gift shop inside and prices are reasonable.
No food inside, but there are various restaurants downtown and if you like McDonald's that's practically right next door.
Parking lot is a good size and I was able to find a spot on such a busy day.
This is a great spot for children to be educated, investigative, explore, and play.
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