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Glider Discovery at Hiller Aviation Museum

Museum special · Class · Editor's pick

Why it works for toddlers

A one-hour hands-on flight session in the courtyard, then the planes inside. Under-3s are free, so it's a cheap outing for younger siblings.

Our words, from the official sources below.

At a glance

🗓 When
Sun Oct 11, 11 AM–12 PM (Pacific time)
💵 Cost
Included with admission ($14–$22) Included with museum admission (adults $22, youth 5–17 $14, 3 and under free with a paid adult). source · Correct this
👶 Ages
3 yr+ (our estimate) Billed as a special outdoor family event; each child builds and takes home a balsa glider. Best for 3s and up with an adult helping.

Parent logistics

From the venue's listing: Hiller Aviation Museum.

🅿 Parking
Yes Free parking. Confirmed · Hiller Aviation Museum · checked Sep 27, 2026 · Correct this
👶 Stroller
Yes Wheelchair accessible, with an elevator. Confirmed · Hiller Aviation Museum · checked Sep 27, 2026 · Correct this
🚻 Bathrooms
Unknown Know this? Correct this
🚼 Changing table
Unknown Know this? Correct this
🌳 Shade
Not applicable Indoor. Correct this
🍎 Food
No No café listed; the museum points to restaurants a short drive away. Confirmed · Hiller Aviation Museum · checked Sep 27, 2026 · Correct this
⏰ Crowds
Unknown Know this? Correct this
😴 Nap fit
Short outing 1–2 hours inside, next to the San Carlos airport. Our estimate · checked Sep 27, 2026 · Correct this

In these collections

Last verified Sep 27, 2026 against the official sources. ✓ = confirmed by a source · ? = unknown (not the same as "no") · community notes are marked unverified. Spot something out of date? Use "Correct this" next to any detail.