Pennypickle's Workshop: Where Science Meets Imagination
Explore science through play at Pennypickle's Workshop, a whimsical children's museum in Old Town Temecula. Hands-on exhibits for curious minds!
Pennypickle's Workshop in Old Town Temecula is an interactive children's museum housed in a whimsical building designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning through hands-on exhibits and playful experiments. It's an immersive adventure into the world of Professor Phineas T. Pennypickle, a time-traveling scientist.
A brief summary to Pennypickle's Workshop
- 42081 Main St, Temecula, California, 92590, US
- +1951-308-6376
- Visit website
Local tips
- Arrive close to the start of a 2-hour session, as the museum limits the number of visitors to prevent overcrowding.
- Look for the penny and pickle icon to identify exhibits that children are encouraged to interact with.
- Check the workshop's schedule for special events and possible closures.
- Explore the gift shop for science-oriented toys, books, and gadgets.
Getting There
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Walking
Pennypickle's Workshop is located in the heart of Old Town Temecula on Main Street. If you're already exploring Old Town, the workshop is easily accessible on foot. Look for the distinctive building with its whimsical exterior, near Town Square Park and the Old Town Community Theater. The area is pedestrian-friendly, with boardwalks and crosswalks.
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Driving
If driving, navigate to Old Town Temecula. Ample free public parking is available in the Civic Center parking structure at the corner of Mercedes and Second Streets, a short walk from Pennypickle's Workshop. Access to the parking structure is via the north and south end of Mercedes Street. There is also a small free parking lot behind Pennypickle's Workshop that can be entered either from Main Street or Front Street. Main Street may be closed for special events. Parking is free.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Temecula. Request a ride to Pennypickle's Workshop at 42081 Main St, Temecula. From most locations within Temecula, a ride-share trip to Pennypickle's Workshop will likely cost between $8 and $15, depending on distance and demand.
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Public Transport
Several bus routes serve Old Town Temecula. Check local transit schedules for the most up-to-date information. From the nearest bus station to Old Town Front Street in Temecula, it's a 1-minute walk away. Flixbus also has affordable tickets to Temecula with direct routes from 5 cities.
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