“The world's largest children's museum — five floors of interactive exhibits including Dinosphere, a full-size carousel, a space exploration pavilion, and hands-on experiences for kids ages 0-14”

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis spans five floors and over 400,000 square feet, making it the largest children's museum in the world. Top exhibits include Dinosphere (real dinosaur fossils in an immersive Cretaceous environment), Beyond Spaceship Earth (space exploration), Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience, and Playscape for toddlers. Admission includes the outdoor ScienceWorks yard and the restored Carousel Wishes & Dreams. Budget a full day — there's more here than most families can cover in a single visit.

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