Delaware Museum of Nature & Science

The Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — recently rebranded and renovated from its former identity as the Delaware Museum of Natural History — is one of the consistently reliable family museum options in the greater Philadelphia region. Located in the leafy Greenville area outside Wilmington, it draws strong reviews (4.6 with over 1,100 ratings) and serves a broad age range well.

The renovated exhibits blend traditional natural history (wildlife dioramas, geological specimens, bird egg collections) with newer interactive science stations that kids can engage with physically rather than just viewing. The famous Great Egg collection — thousands of bird eggs from around the world — remains a standout that produces genuine wonder in young visitors. The newer interactive nature exploration areas are particularly good for preschool and early elementary age kids.

The museum is open 7 days a week, 9:30AM-4PM — a refreshingly consistent schedule. Admission is approximately $15 for adults and $12 for children; a family of 4 should budget $60-80. There's an on-site cafe and free parking.

Greenville is about 30 miles from Philadelphia — a manageable day trip. The location near Brandywine Creek State Park offers an easy outdoor extension: spend 2 hours at the museum, then head to the park for a hike or nature walk. The broader Wilmington/Brandywine Valley area has a lot to offer families, including Longwood Gardens and Brandywine River Museum as potential same-day pairings.