KidZania
Family of 4
~$100, 140 for 2 children (admission ~$25, 40/child, adults pay reduced rate).
Duration
3, 5 hours
Best Ages
4, 12 (the role-playing city concept works best for this age range; teens find it less engaging)
About
KidZania at Stonebriar Centre in Frisco is one of the most genuinely original children's entertainment concepts anywhere , an indoor miniature city where children ages 4-12 take on professional roles, complete job tasks, and earn currency they can spend within the city's own economy.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings for the shortest queues; school break visits must be booked weeks in advance
Wait Times
30, 60 min waits for popular activities on weekends; minimal on weekday mornings
Nearby Food
Food available inside KidZania at various 'establishments.' Frisco has extensive dining around the Stonebriar Centre area nearby.
Why Kids Love It
KidZania is an indoor 'city' where children take on real jobs, firefighter, surgeon, pilot, chef, news anchor, and get paid in KidZania currency they can spend within the city. It's role-play at a scale and authenticity that blows kids' minds. The experience of being a 'real' professional in a miniature working city is genuinely unlike anything else.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Arrive at opening , activities queue quickly and early birds experience 2-3x more in the same timeframe
- Let kids choose their activities rather than directing them , autonomy is the whole point
- The KidZos (currency) system teaches basic economics in a way kids find genuinely fun
- Adults have limited access to activity zones , bring something to occupy yourself during waits
- School holiday visits are extremely crowded , weekday mornings during school session are the gold standard
What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes for lots of walking
- Patience for queues
- Camera for the adorable professional photos
- Water bottle
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
~$100, 140 for 2 children (admission ~$25, 40/child, adults pay reduced rate).
Add food and you're at $130, 170.
Tips to Save
- Buy tickets online in advance.
- Adults pay a lower admission rate than children.
- Arrive right at opening to maximize the number of activities kids can complete before queues build.
Hours & Contact
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Tickets & Booking
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