GENERAL FAQS…

WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS?

We are open 7 days a week from 10am - 7pm—except Thursdays in which we close at 5pm to the public. Cayton does host members-only hours from 5pm - 7pm on Thursday evenings.
 

where are you located?

We are on the 3rd level of Santa Monica Place, which is in Downtown Santa Monica between 2nd and 4th Street directly off the 10 freeway. If you are using GPS please enter ‘Cayton Children’s Museum’ to ensure you are taken to our location at Santa Monica Place.

WHERE DO I PARK?

We are adjacent to Santa Monica City Parking Structure 7 (enter on Colorado) and Structure 8 (enter on Broadway). The first 90-minutes are free, and $2.00 for the next hour and between $2.00-3.00 for each additional 30 minutes. $20.00 daily maximum on weekdays and $25.00 daily maximum on weekends. You can view a map here.

Please note, we do not provide validation for parking.

HOW DO I TAKE PUBLIC TRANSIT?

We are located catty corner to the Metro Expo line drop-off, find more info here. The one-way fare is $1.75. Santa Monica Place is also readily accessible via many Big Blue Bus routes, find more info here.
 

HOW DO I FIND THE MUSEUM ENTRANCE?

Our entrance is facing the center plaza escalators. We are in the center of Santa Monica Place on the 3rd level (look for Cheesecake Factory!).

CAN I BRING FOOD TO THE MUSEUM?

There is no food allowed in the museum. We do have a lounge area with vending machines that have some healthy snacking options.

CAN I BRING strollers into the museum?

Unfortunately, no. We have limited space within the museum and are dealing with water elements. Please leave your strollers in the car, or prepare to park your stroller in the lobby of the museum.

is there anything else i can’t bring into the museum?

As a friendly reminder, all weapons, including firearms, pocket knives, and pepper spray, are strictly prohibited inside the museum. When entering the museum’s security checkpoint, please be prepared to remove all items inside your pockets; This will include: cell phones, keys, and wallets.

Please be prepared to place your purses, backpacks, and diaper bags through our x-ray machine. All items you do not wish to be searched should remain outside the museum, safely stowed in your vehicle, or left with a family member or friend that is not entering the museum. All contraband found in the possession of a guest will be confiscated by security personnel and will not be returned.