Speelgoedmuseum
Quick Facts
- Location
- Belgium, Mechelen
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- About 1–1.5 hours (incl. play)
- Opening Hours
- Daily 10:00-17:00 · The opening hours line on the plan your visit page reads Maandag naar zondag 10 - 17 uur, so Monday through Sunday all run 10:00-17:00, with 1 January, 24 and 25 December and 31 December shut.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Day ticket, ages 12 to 65, 18.50 euros · Student: Students pay 16 euros · Two tower-linked discounts sit at 14 euros for an adult and 10 for a child, the UITpas Mechelen hardship rate is 3.50 euros and groups from 15 can book a deeper guided visit at lower tariffs. If the confirmation mail with tickets has not arrived an hour after buying, the museum asks you to call or write to [email protected]. Founded in 1982, the museum moved into the kiss and ride zone of Mechelen station in 2024 with a new concept.
- Address
- Station Mechelen, kiss ride-zone, Koning Albertplein 2B, 2800 Mechelen
- Coordinates
- 51.0256, 4.4789
Introduction
The Mechelen Toy Museum occupies an elegant historic building in the old town and is among Belgium's most beloved family museums. Its collections span thousands of toys from the 19th century to today—tin wind-up dolls, classic building blocks, dollhouses, model trains and early video games—arranged by era and theme, evoking childhoods across generations. Interactive zones invite hands-on play for young and old alike, blending education with delight. Nostalgic for grandparents, novel for kids, it is Mechelen's warm corner for a slow, joyful family visit.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00-17:00 |
The opening hours line on the plan your visit page reads Maandag naar zondag 10 - 17 uur, so Monday through Sunday all run 10:00-17:00, with 1 January, 24 and 25 December and 31 December shut.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Day ticket, ages 12 to 65, 18.50 euros |
|---|---|
| Student | Students pay 16 euros |
| Child | Ages 4 to 12 pay 13.50 euros |
| Senior | From 65 the day ticket is 16 euros |
| Free Admission | Under 4 is free |
Two tower-linked discounts sit at 14 euros for an adult and 10 for a child, the UITpas Mechelen hardship rate is 3.50 euros and groups from 15 can book a deeper guided visit at lower tariffs. If the confirmation mail with tickets has not arrived an hour after buying, the museum asks you to call or write to [email protected]. Founded in 1982, the museum moved into the kiss and ride zone of Mechelen station in 2024 with a new concept.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Speelgoedmuseum?
Monday: 10:00-17:00; Tuesday: 10:00-17:00; Wednesday: 10:00-17:00; Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; The opening hours line on the plan your visit page reads Maandag naar zondag 10 - 17 uur, so Monday through Sunday all run 10:00-17:00, with 1 January, 24 and 25 December and 31 December shut.
How much is the admission for Speelgoedmuseum?
Adult: Day ticket, ages 12 to 65, 18.50 euros; Student: Students pay 16 euros; Child: Ages 4 to 12 pay 13.50 euros; Senior: From 65 the day ticket is 16 euros; Free Admission: Under 4 is free; Two tower-linked discounts sit at 14 euros for an adult and 10 for a child, the UITpas Mechelen hardship rate is 3.50 euros and groups from 15 can book a deeper guided visit at lower tariffs. If the confirmation mail with tickets has not arrived an hour after buying, the museum asks you to call or write to [email protected]. Founded in 1982, the museum moved into the kiss and ride zone of Mechelen station in 2024 with a new concept.
Any practical tips for visiting Speelgoedmuseum?
Great for families; the play zone is a hit. Pair with the Grote Markt and cathedral.
How long should I spend at Speelgoedmuseum?
A typical visit takes About 1–1.5 hours (incl. play).
