Pretend City Childrens Museum

Category:	Non-Profit Organization
Address:	29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone:	+1 949-428-3900
Site:	pretendcity.org
Rating:	4.3
Working:	10AM–1PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 11AM–5PM

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Pradeep Mohanannair

Attended a birthday party here, wonderful place to have a birthday party for age group 1-5. This is a great place for babies to learn and pretend to be independent in a City. There are many great engaging options for kids, Fire Station, Police station, Gas Station, Water Area, Pretend facilities, Zip Line, etc. Age Group: Strictly for 1-6 years. I will not recommend this place for older than 6 years old, they will get bored. Price: Expensive side. Over 12 months is $12.50. Below 12 months Free Positives: All the above points Great for Birthday Parties Negatives: Parking might get tight Crowded on Weekends due to Birthday Parties Cafe could be better if you want to stay longer. Charging for Adults, not appropriate.

A Private User

Quite disappointing. Things were misplaced and unsupervised. I think they were way under-staffed. There were many stations without supervision. Some of the toys they offer there look worse than donated or left behind ones. Was it a great idea to have various "stations" depicting life in a city? Yes. However it would have been a much greater experience if kids had a task or challenge at each station. It would be a much better experience if they actually monitored each station so kids can "pretend" with rules and manners. It felt like a zoo with tons of wild kids running around with lethargic parents.

Brandon Harris

This place sucks!!! I can not see why the adults have to buy a ticket $11 same price as the kids ticket mind you. For What?? This is a place for kids nothing for adults to do but walk around with their kids. I also have to say that the service when I was there Sucked, the front desk was rude and not helpful. I took my 5year old, 2.5 year old and 10month old to this place ended up only staying 2h the air was not working as well as the lights. I will never be going back here!!!!

A Private User

I took my 31/2 yr old grand daughter there yesterday. She loved it! All hands on activities for children who enjoy creative play and have a good imagination. We had a hard time getting her out the door after a 4 hour visit. My only concerned was the lack of open restrooms or girls. Then multi. stall restroom was closed and the 2 stall restroom had only 1 functional stall. The boys restroom appeared to not have any of these problems. We plan to return this summer.

Otto Woltke

Very positive and rich place for kids to play and learn. I wont ever forget my daughter making a pretend pizza and then boxing it, going to a pretend car gassing it up and then driving to the pretend home and bring the pizza for the family to eat...ha ha too funny. Concepts are very easy to learn here, including shopping at the market and picking and growing fruits and veggies. $12.50 per ticket well spent

John Mazurek

Fantastic place, we took our 4 year old twin grandsons and they spent several hours at Pretend city. Very well staffed and organized. I saw many staff members making sure everything was set up for childrens play. I would think the ideal age range would be from 3 to about 7 or 8. Many different activities, our boys loved the water table area. Very nicely designed. Lots of hands on activities.

Michelle Shillito

Good for younger (1-3 yo) kids that dont get out much. My daughter is 5 and she is used to being out and around. she helps me with shopping and chores and cooking, so a smaller version of the real world is boring for her. She loves to pretend... Loves the Discovery Science Center, but this tiny town just isnt real enough for her :)

A Private User

Pretend city is an inspiring place for kids to be in charge of their own world. There are so many things to do and is a great place for kids to interact with one another. Additionally, their Facebook page keeps me updated with various events, helpful pointers, and engages parents to play an active role in their child’s life.

Tania Gomez

Great place for little ones, but waaaay overpriced! Plus, adults should be free. Why do I have to pay $12.50 to pick up after my little ones? At least offer a family membership for a reasonable price. Discovery Cube has a family of six for $100. $25 for the second year. Much more to offer, at a way better price.

Sophia Sahagun

Amazing, amazing place! It is set up like a real city but everything is child size. A post office, grocery store, restaurants.. a library, police station, beach and so much more. Kids can really let their imagination run wild and pretend play as long as they want.

Ha Turner

My 16months old spent 3 hours at this place today. A lot of activities. The most important is he can touch and play all the toys there.The staff was super great! Wish i would give them 5 star for more open hour and have a space for outside door activities.

John Shen

Great place for the kids to go play and use their imagination. Overall layout remains the same but "store" names change from time to time to keep things a little different. They have ice cream bars at the vending machines now too. Good for the summer.

Raelyn Croley

The place is not well kept. Many items missing from certain areas. My kids were entertained, but not for long so I do not thin it is worth the amount we paid to get in. They are ages 4,6, and 7. People that worked there were nice though.

Dan Leibson

Great museum that is tons of fun for kids. Staff is oawesome and most of the time other parents and kids are awesome. Just be aware that there are parents that go to this place that have no intention of watching their kid etc.

Navin Poonpipat

Fun, the kids love all the different things they can try. Most of the stuff is well maintained and clean. Lots of staff to teach and assist the kids with activities. Nice small snack and rest area in the back for the parents.

Leslie Granda

My 1yr old loved it so much and burned tons of energy I just wish it was cheaper so i can afford to go several times a week to wear him out and get him socialized. But we will be back just not as often due to costs.

James Schneider

Great fun for the kids under 8. Older kids will probably be bored unless they have big imaginations. A few of the exhibits were broken or missing pieces, but overall pretty well maintained and clean.

D Perez

Love It! This place is great for infant and toddlers. Both will enjoy the museum. The staff is friendly, constantly placing the toys in its place so kids can play. Your kids will enjoy it

Isaac B

Really fun for the kids but there has to be a limit to how many people they let in at a time. Also, 4 tables for over a hundred kids is not nearly enough area for kids to eat at.

Xiaonan Guo

Great place for kids to spent the whole day. They have snacks, drinks, but no child toilet. And maybe because if summer, it was a bit cold inside. Staff here are all very nice.

Collin Hanson

My wife and kids had a great experience. There were so many fun and interactive things for my kids to experience. The staff was kind and quick to clean up anything out of order.

Raquel Cleaning

Great place to take the kids have fun, learn and pass it super

A Private User

They have HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Tried to put a small group reservation in and emails were never responded to, phone calls never returned. I was flat out ignored.

Shawn Kirch

Pretend City is a great place to bring kids to let them learn and play. The staff is very friendly and loves to help kids use their imagination to help them grow.

adri monroy

My kids really enjoy coming to these museum even though they are 9 and 10 years old. The employees are friendly and have patience with my autistic son.

Daniel Sarmiento

My boys love this place. It has lots of different areas where they can pretend to have different jobs from doctor, to firefighter, to postman, etc.

K97 G

Good place to go especially in summer.Kids can easily spend time for 4-5 hrs.And they have a cafeteria and microwave so toddlers can enjoy too!!

atsuko moriyama

I have 9yrs old and 2yrs.My 2yrs kid having so much fun every time we visit there.This place is awesome for little one but not for big kids..

Ricky Peters

Why do I have to pay $12.50 to sit and watch my son. Adults should not have to pay, this is not Discovery Science Center. I was miserable!

Rachelle Kim

Pretend City is a a wonderful place and will help a child learn something about the outside world before actually going to the outside world.

R Andres

Neat place for YOUNG children, as in preschool age...by 6 yrs they will have outgrown the true purpose...which is, btw, a BEAUTIFUL thing

Logan Stover

Very fun for the kids. They can participate in art orojects, pretend farming, banking and more! Can get crowded so bring your patience.

Vinyl Life NL

Fun place, great for little kids. Needs better food services and maintenance. But for the price it is a great place to spend the day.

Bill Caras

A great place for small children to let their imagination run wild. My daughter is a volunteer there. The staff is very friendly!

A Private User

Really great place, my sister is in their ballet class and even though shes in a wheelchair they still let her participate.

Dayna Ramay

This is a cool place I took my 1 year old and she loves it! She can play with everything and touch whatever she wants.

Donald Goodrich

My 5 year old loves this place. I do think the price is a little high. Would be nice if it had a restaurant inside.

Delisa Acevedo

We go several times a year and always have a blast! My girls love it here. I wish there was one closer to us.

Jillian Mott

For the price you pay...and I do mean you the adult...its not worth $25 for a dad and child...not worth !!

mlcarrigg

Below average activities for kids, especially for the price. We paid $50 for two kids and two adults.

Lisa Selbe

Great family friendly entertainment that is educational. Ideal for toddlers and preschool aged kids.

Max Nikiforov

Lots of fun for smaller children. Plenty of room for everyone to enjoy and try something different.

heba abdeen

Love this place, kids always have a blast Its better if ur kids are less than 9 years old though

Ms. Rickie

Once a month they have a free night for all children with disabilities my kids really enjoyed it

Katherine Estevez

Kids love it here. Great for kids to run around, explore, and learn-all in a safe environment.

Eric Cheung

Great for young toddlers. My kids are play here for hours and hours and have a lot of fun.

Daniel Gordineer

Good place for kids even though my son caught a virus the last two times he came here.

Leyla Shakhsian

The staff are nice, the items are fun for kids ;ages 1 to 7. My son loves pretend city

Jonathan Whitesides

been a member for years...without a membership its pricey b/c they charge adults...

Maribel Hernandez

My 6 year old loved it..very well designed for kids to use their imagination.

Cory Spencer

Great place for small children. Staff is friendly and the facility is clean.

Homa Joon

Very good place for kids and also adults. We could have fun with babies. Lol

Teresa James Yu

Great place for little kids. Getting a lityle too crowded during weekend.

Jonathan Kaufman

Awesome place to play, learn, and interact with kids and parents alike!

PancakeofLust

Perfect place for two year olds. Non-stop activity for two hours easy.

Brandon Bashaw

Very fun and clean. Everyone should take their kids at least once!

Ruth Cely

Perfect place to socialize our children and experience lifeplay.

Kevin G

Wonderful place to take the kids. Clean and very friendly staff

Catherine Milovich

So fun for young kids, exceeded expectations. No dining option.

Alexis Do

this is a really neat place, my kids love it. We bought a pass.

Silvia Brown

I love it ! Perfect for children to be comfortable and learn.

Drew Lewis

My three year old absolutely loved this place! Plenty to do!

Amy Lea

What a blast! This place is truly a winner for the kids.

Ann Geva

My 1.5 an 3 year old grandkids loved this place

Luis Estrada

Nice place for kids,will have an awesome time.

Garrett Meehan

2 year old son loved every minute there.

Heung Daniel Park

Educationally Interesting place for kids

mina asl

Different activities for different ages

Rachel B

Very fun for both kids and parents.

Derek Bartolome

Great Pretend City like play Museum

Joe Marks

Fun place to take the little ones

Steven Luh

Kid loves it, what else can I say.

Jay Jay

Guaranteed fun place for kids 1-8.

Deonte Burton

Great place to learn for children

David ten

trust me your kids will love it

Bret Knaack

Amazing place kids had a blast

Joanne Kordan

Get place for young children.

Abdul Rahman Alsafadi

Nice for kids between 2 and 4

Eric Cheung

Great for 1 to 4 years old.

Armen Keledjian

Awesome place for kids.

Richard Mogy

Great for young kids.

Maribel Schultheis

Boys had so much fun!

Shashank Dalela

Good place for kids

Doah Floth

Kids had a blast.

Myles Jackson

Maroon five sugar

Nick Leung

Way too crowded

Geogian Casapu

Great for kids

David Mitchell

Great for kids

Melissa Wright

So much fun!

devagg

Kids love it

peyman kalhor

Nice place

Ke Hao

Fun place

Nelma Maddox

A BFF

Kristopher Goldsmith

Fun

Pretend City Childrens Museum

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