⭐ Step into a realm of pure imagination at the Museum of Make Believe, an immersive fine art exhibit where every corner promises delightful surprises. Be transported to a charming, 1,000-square-foot storybook forest in the heart of Laguna Beach, adorned with mystical trees, twinkling fireflies, and captivating artwork. Lose yourself in this enchanted world and let a timeless kind of magic guide you on a unique adventure. Each ticket purchase serves as a donation to our nonprofit, helping us continue to grow and share the make believe!
Highlights
📖 Explore a world of fantastical ghost stories and charming fairy tales
🌳 Venture through a magical storybook forest filled with an enchanting array of sculptures, miniatures, paintings, puppetry, immersive sound, and more
🎪 Visit Starlight Park in a nostalgic nod to the Golden Age of radio in a vintage circus tent—you’ll even discover a miracle elixir to cure all that ails you!
✨ Enjoy a peaceful journey through the forest where crowds are kept to a minimum
🏖️ After your visit, step right across the street to visit Bluebird Beach, one of the loveliest in California
Tickets
🎫 The Treasure Hunter’s Experience - includes entry to the exhibit and the treasures inside a golden dragon's egg (a "tomorrow stone" gem and fortune prize) + A treasure hunter’s map to complete throughout your visit with a special prize.
🎫 The Storybook Experience - includes entry to the exhibit and the treasures inside a golden dragon's egg (a "tomorrow stone" gem and fortune prize) + A treasure hunter’s map to complete throughout your visit + A “Ghost Stories & Fairy Tales” storybook from the Museum of Make Believe
General Info
📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
📍 Location: 1590 S. Coast Highway Suite 5 Laguna Beach, CA 92651
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome! The young dreamers who best enjoy their visit are of reading age.
Military - valid ID required
♿ Accessibility: please see the FAQs for more information
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
Step into the magical world of the Museum of Make Believe, all hand-created by a volunteer team of local artists. Wander through our immersive storybook forest as mystical trees whisper secrets and fireflies dance among stunning artwork. Delight in paintings, miniatures, and sculptures, each with its own captivating tale. Follow the hand-painted cobblestone path, guided by the melody of enchanting music and sounds of nature. Lose yourself in 1,000 square feet of pure imagination, where every corner holds a charming surprise! Because our magical environment is all made by hand … a world created by our small team of artists … we ask that parents help guide their young dreamers through our forest with the greatest of care. The young dreamers who enjoy us best are of reading age. Experience the allure of storytelling in the heart of Laguna Beach- get your tickets today for the Museum of Make Believe in Orange County!
Highlights
📖 Explore a world of fantastical ghost stories and charming fairy tales
🌳 Venture through a magical storybook forest filled with an enchanting array of sculptures, miniatures, paintings, puppetry, immersive sound, and more
🎪 Visit Starlight Park in a nostalgic nod to the Golden Age of radio in a vintage circus tent—you’ll even discover a miracle elixir to cure all that ails you!
✨ Enjoy a peaceful journey through the forest where crowds are kept to a minimum
🏖️ After your visit, step right across the street to visit Bluebird Beach, one of the loveliest in California
Tickets
🎫 The Treasure Hunter’s Experience - includes entry to the exhibit and the treasures inside a golden dragon's egg (a "tomorrow stone" gem and fortune prize) + A treasure hunter’s map to complete throughout your visit with a special prize.
🎫 The Storybook Experience - includes entry to the exhibit and the treasures inside a golden dragon's egg (a "tomorrow stone" gem and fortune prize) + A treasure hunter’s map to complete throughout your visit + A “Ghost Stories & Fairy Tales” storybook from the Museum of Make Believe
General Info
📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
📍 Location: 1590 S. Coast Highway Suite 5 Laguna Beach, CA 92651
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome! The young dreamers who best enjoy their visit are of reading age.
Military - valid ID required
♿ Accessibility: please see the FAQs for more information
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
Step into the magical world of the Museum of Make Believe, all hand-created by a volunteer team of local artists. Wander through our immersive storybook forest as mystical trees whisper secrets and fireflies dance among stunning artwork. Delight in paintings, miniatures, and sculptures, each with its own captivating tale. Follow the hand-painted cobblestone path, guided by the melody of enchanting music and sounds of nature. Lose yourself in 1,000 square feet of pure imagination, where every corner holds a charming surprise! Because our magical environment is all made by hand … a world created by our small team of artists … we ask that parents help guide their young dreamers through our forest with the greatest of care. The young dreamers who enjoy us best are of reading age. Experience the allure of storytelling in the heart of Laguna Beach- get your tickets today for the Museum of Make Believe in Orange County!
4.7/5
based on 576 reviews
- I love this place as well as my kids! Truly immersive and fun!
- magical and immersive, original stories blended with miniature works of art~
- We loved this museum! So magical, enchanting, inspiring!
- Very creative and fun for curious kids and adults.
- Amazing small gallery, full of beauty and whimsy. Really fascinating art pieces and great stories.
- Fabulous
- Such a beautiful exhibit and kind artists!
- Loved it! Fun and whimsical.
- Absolutely incredible experience. This was so magical and inspiring. Perfect for all ages. The attention to detail in the art and miniatures was incredible. My daughter loved the treasure hunt for clues and getting the prize at the end. Lots of fun gifts to buy at the little gift shop as well.
- Amazing experience. You can tell they put a lot of work into it. My daughter loved it and would love to go back. We left feeling very inspired, especially if your into dollhouses.
- Everyone was very friendly .. great experience.
- Super fun and wonderfully enchanting museum!
- Wonderful exhibt with super helpful volunteers
- What a novel and unique experience. We really enjoyed the art, the stories and the personal touch of the owners.
- This is a wonderful place and the artwork is spectacular. Just realize it is still small with plans on expansion. Which we would love. Your donations will help this make believe wonders dreams come true!!
