The Mind Museum

Didn't know that entry and stay was by timed groupings. Definitely a place for kids. Many displays lack instructions on how to operate and some were not operational. I was also expecting to see more things. There are a lot of spaces that can be further utilized. Definitely needs updating/upgrading considering the pricetag!

The reeling in animal game was the peak of my enjoyment here

I visited The Mind Museum in Taguig mainly for Playtales, but the experience was honestly disappointing from start to finish. When I arrived, I was informed that in order to access Playtales, I first needed to purchase a regular museum ticket, and that Playtales itself required an additional ₱150. To my shock, I also had to pay a full ₱625 entrance fee for my 1-year-old baby—the same price as an adult. That meant I paid ₱625 each, totaling ₱1,250, just to enter an area designed primarily for toddlers. Apparently, admission is only free for children below 2 feet tall, which feels unrealistic for most babies and very unfriendly to young families. I arrived a little past 2:30 PM and was told that entry was only allowed during the 3–6 PM time slot, so we had to wait. I didn’t mind waiting, but while doing so, I noticed several issues that made the price feel even more unjustified. First, there were no proper waiting areas or chairs. Most guests were left standing and literally squatting on the floor. Second, I thought, ‘Oh good! They have a breastfeeding station!’—but when I went in, it was more like a cluttered office/first-aid room rather than a clean, comfortable, private space meant for mothers and babies. It was very underwhelming and not what you’d expect from a family-friendly museum. To maximize what I paid for, I just gave my baby a tour of the museum. Unfortunately, many exhibits looked tired, worn, or broken, and overall maintenance felt lacking. I’ve visited museums in other countries that are free or more affordable and offer far better facilities and experiences. When we finally got to Playtales—the very reason for our visit—I was even more disappointed. Many of the features appeared dusty and unclean, which is concerning considering the space is meant for babies and toddlers who touch everything. Given the high entrance fee and considering the number of school tours and families that visit, I expected a well-maintained, thoughtfully managed facility. Instead, the experience felt extremely overpriced and poorly kept. Overall, I left feeling that the value simply doesn’t match the cost. Paying ₱625 each for myself and my baby was a rip-off. I really hope improvements are made, because the concept is wonderful—but the execution needs a lot of work. Ganito na lang ba talaga, Pilipinas?