We had the most wonderful time @ the Mini Time Machine Museum! So many beautiful exhibits to see. My daughters had so much fun with the fairy hunt. And they already had some amazing Christmas displays out. I would budget 1 - 2 hours to make sure you can soak it all in. They also provide stools + flashlights for the littles to ensure they can see the higher displays and really enjoy the experience. Just ask at check-in.

Cute! Nice way to spend a few hours indoors. The Enchanted Forest was my favorite part. All of the miniatures could start blurring together, it’s a lot of peering at little details but the museum is just the right size. Any bigger and it would probably be a bit too much on the eyes. Inspired me to try building a miniature room! Cute tiny gifts in the gift shop.

It was very cool there I will be going again when I come back through

OMG this place is so cute and beautiful. I love it. There are so many things to look at and that fantasy room is gorgeous. I know with the Covid thing it is hard to go but they make it super safe everyone is keeping their distance and wearing face mask they have hand sanitizer stations and if you are a family or just someone who has ebt or wicc you can go for a super cheap price $1 each person. It is awesome I definitely recommend.

Very interesting, anyone can find joy in this collection. Plan to spend a few hours here to really take in all the exhibits and notice all the details and work that go into these fascinating displays!

This is a really nice half-hour kinda museum. Really nice because they have military discounts as well as 2 free admissions for teachers. The dollhouses and miniatures are very interesting and detailed. Keep in mind that there will be kids there. Lots of them. Even on weekdays.

This place was magical, special, and wonderous! We were squealing with delight the whole time! Tickets were a great value (10.50 for adults, 7 for kids). My kids all loved it. Best museum ever!

This place is quite different from anything else in Tucson. They have miniatures of all kinds, from periods dating back to 1740. You get a lesson in history here, along with the full art museum experience. And the variety of miniature creations is impressive — endless houses in different styles, fairies, tiny paintings on coins, scale replicas, Christmas towns, mice scenes — the works.Its a quiet place (in my experience) with extremely friendly staff to help you every step of the way. The lighting is low; though you cant use flash photography, you can use your phone flashlight to see better and take pictures without the flash.The lobby includes an adorable gift shop full of small things. Some are pricy, some arent. All different price points.If youre looking for a unique experience for all ages, a place to get out of bad weather, and to expand your mind a bit, check this place out. For the truly impressed, they offer memberships.

This beautiful and delightful museum of miniatures is amazing! The unbelievable details of each displays that you see. We were surprised how large this lovely museum is. The historical section was very interesting. We will be back!

Amazing place. It is great for kids. I was surprised by the exhibits, the quality and quantity.I definitely recommend this place.

Better than I would have thought. It has a few doll houses that date back over 200 years ago. Others are modern. Quite a unique collection and well-worth a visit. Kids have a special area with fairies and such. Oh, and there is a search and find activity for kids, too.

I love this museum! It is beautiful. I got a membership because you cant see it all in one day and notice the details in every house and room box. There is a Christmas village in the floor. The kids that were there notice so much more detail than I did.

I truly love this place everything is handcrafted the time it took to make all those individual pieces and the passion the owner had to put the museum together for others to enjoy is just so awesome I highly recommend this place but probably not for kids unless they enjoy things like this. It isnt hands on its just a observe and enjoy environment

It was great!!! Wow, there were/are some very talented people. Pstient, too! It is a must see!

The museum was quite fascinating. They even had doll houses from the 1800s, which gave me insight to what doll houses in that time period looked like. The only problem was that some designs looked a little cluttered, so it was hard to appreciate them. Otherwise I saw fascinating sets. They had an activity for children where you can find a fairy throughout the exhibits. Which is not that difficult. If you are a muniture enthusiast I would recommend visiting.

Quite a fun and interesting experience. The detail of some of these miniatures is phenomenal. Loved the parabolic ceiling planetarium room. Left with a lot of ideas. This type of place would definitely be fun in Vegas

Definitely not what you would expect. This is a serious museum dedicated to the art of miniatures. The elaborate detail of these pieces are extraordinary. Housed in a tremendous facility that is obviously well maintained and well taken care of. Something different and surprisingly entertaining. Worth a visit.

Much different than we thought, but worth the trip. My ten year old had a great time

Quaint little place! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff who are eager to make your experience more fulfilling in any way they can. I learned that theres a whole culture of miniatures that has existed for hundreds of years. I had no idea! They also have a great holiday display for Halloween and Christmas. Will visit again!

Friendly staff! Thank you for honoring teachers with free admission. A wide variety of displays. Some displays need better lighting and I would have enjoyed some modern minitures. Overall a fantastic rainy day place to visit.

Suprising history and amazing so many look so good after so many years. How they survived?!

Great attraction to go to. Highly recommend to art lovers and those into history and architecture.

Excellent accessibility and such a gem to visit! Would love to go back. Very friendly staff. If you love all these tiny works of art, created in wood, cotton, even silver, you must go see miniature museums. It is a world of wonder.

Its not often that I give a 2-star review, especially for a museum, but I felt so inclined for this one. When I visited here with my family, I approached the young woman at the front desk and asked her about the place, etc. I had normal questions about the place. The woman didnt have much to say and referred me to the hand-out trifold brochure every chance she got. Well, I dont want to sit and read the trifold brochure; Ive got three kids. She didnt mention that theres stools you can borrow for kids to use. (Again, I had to discover this fact buried in the brochure.) And she also didnt discuss the price with me, but simply said, Its $35 total. I asked her if I could have a small pencil (you know the type they give you at putt-putt golf thats 2.5 inches long and barely writes), which was sitting in a box directly next to the counter top. She replied, you can BORROW one. At that point I understand that shes the irritated librarian that you feared when you were in grade-school. Shes been working in a sound-insulated environment too long and she should walk outside and realize that the world is LOUD. I get it, its a museum. But if theyre giving scavenger hunt maps to kids in hopes of attracting new business then they should consider hiring an employee that is more kid-friendly and understands that parents sometimes need to hear it verbally because theyve got toddlers spinning them in circles. Im not the cater-to-me-parent either. I dont expect hand-outs for being a dad (or mom), but I would recommend coming here and knowing that YOURE KN YOUR OWN AS SOON AS YOU WALK IN. And to be clear, Ill probably go back here someday, but I want the owners to know that they should pay closer attention to their staff. (Still a cool place to visit. )

An exceptional place with many displays. Fun for kids.

Get lost in a magical world hereVisited twice so far and noticed so much more. Loved it so much Got my friends a year pass.

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures was a blast. Miniature tableaus in all shapes and sizes were represented. There is a history gallery, a contemporary gallery and an enchanted realm. Truly wonderous. Made for people of all ages!

Such a beautiful place to explore! Such amazing fine detail in all of the exhibits

Oh my stars and fairies! This place was so fasinating!! The child in me wanted to shrink and walk inside all of these houses! I cant imagine how these miniatures are created??!! The historical room was also impressive! Such a beautiful collection of doll houses! I spent three hours there and could have stayed longer! While its sweet for children to see and all behind glass, I did notice younger children moving along fairly quick and parents wanting to linger longer. I am going to bring my grand daughters when they are at least 9, with patience enough to take in the wonder and talent! The museum was very clean and wheelchair friendly!

Cute, creative, mini interactive child friendly, crafty, historical, playful city that sparkles in winter, haunts in October, and smiles from warm fireplaces and bar counters and rugs all year long.

Wonderful enchanting place to spend a few hours in!

It was great. Everything was so small (except the door). I would definitely go back

This is an awesome place to visit with the family, lots of very cute exsibits and over all just a nice atmosphere! Loved it.

Tiger was a great tour guide!!! Very informative and a talented woman. I would go back just to see her!

I visited this museum thanks to the Blue Star Program. Thank you for participating in this program to expose our active duty members to the arts. Some of our military need culture, and this initiative is a great way to provide an assist.Okay. I was not a fan, but that does not indicate it was bad. These miniatures are an amazing display of human creativity. The displays were well placed and the flow through the museum was smooth. It was amazing to see so many different miniaturized depictions of life. Of course I dont think I would go back, but if you desire to see miniaturized versions of things, this place is for you.

Best experience ever! If you like details, adventure, walking off the beaten path, stories and intricacies. I definitely would recommend this place for a visit.

I love this place. I could go again and again!

Really fascinating little museum (pun intended!). Easy to get distracted by all the amazing craftsmanship but definitely read the descriptions too!

This place is great for anyone who loves history and appreciates mini art. I loved it!!

Fun place! How it all comes together is beyond me.

I have enjoyed and collected miniatures since I was a little girl, so when somebody told me about a miniature museum I was delighted to check it out. It is amazing! The entire setup is fantastic as well as exceedingly educational. A great place to visit for both young and old alike. Well worth the money! To make the most of it I would plan on spending at least two to three hours there minimum, theres so much to see and you dont want to feel rushed. Its great because they let you take pictures too.

We only had an hour here. I read Umpy Something :) say that it was good for half an hour. If I had my kids with me, I would agree, but with another adult, we could stare in all the dollhouse windows and be entertained for a while.I would like to see their gift shop have more stuff that suits the theme. And more of the art on display for sale.The staff were super friendly and welcoming.

Oh the many mini delights for the eyes! This place was fascinating for the old and young alike. It took a historical perspective on miniatures and made it fun for all. Personally, I enjoyed all the miniature kitchens...with their neat pots, pans, dishes, and food. The miniature animals were always into mischief, which hit close to home. Visit...and youll be sure to enjoy.

This was an impressive museum. Patience and attention to detail, of time period, size ratios, and recreation of a scene. It really was amazing to see what one can do with their hands.

Make sure to have enough time. So much to see and enjoy.

This is a great place...once. There are so many fascinating and unique models to choose from to look at. Some are absolutely exquisite. Some are abysmal. Regardless, I believe its worth a visit. I took wife and kiddos and we spent a couple of hours looking around and checking all the models out. I think they have done a pretty good job of laying things out and providing a lot of variety. Time periods are covered well so I feel there is something that will appeal to everyone. We went on Thursday so the price was right. It was $24 for all of us and we are 4.

Great place to visit with the family especially younger children. See incredible works of art that create the magical miniatures of many different themes and atmosphere to open your imagination. They also have rotating exhibits to see other incredibly detailed works of miniature art.

A wonderful experience. The guided tour was great & full of fun information. The attention to detail is unbelievable. There are little worlds inside of even smaller worlds. A great place to spend a few hours. Im definitely coming back.

So cute!Pros: This little place is so big, and offers a lot to explore. I was in a trance the entire time. The docents were correct when they said you have to come back several times. It was exciting and overwhelming all at the same time, but in a good way of course. I am already planning my next visit.Cons: The guess seating around the exhibits are limited, and this made it a little tough for those of us with disabilities and physical challenges. Overall, a wonderful museum to visit nonetheless.

Great way to stay out of this Tucson heat and still keep the kids entertained. Small place but still managed to spend 3 hours there. The staff in the back are super nice, Maria let my 4 boys take a look and feel for all the miniature things she makes. Also very informative of all the displays. While one of the other staff with such a great imagination took the kids on a seeking adventure which keep them searching. We sealed it off with arts and crafts totally free, they make tool box and tools out of household items. Very neat place we will be visiting again.

Nice variety of miniatures from all over the world through many different time periods back to the 1600s. Displays are well organized and most have a plaque describing the scene and artist. The special circus exhibit is interesting and well presented.

Wonderful! Love the miniatures and the facility beautiful!

I love this museum it seemed so one of a kind and unique. My 5 year old grand daughter also loved it and found all the hidden faeries. The gift shop has unique items to offer.

We had so much fun here, my daughter loved it. We found all of the fairy Caitlins, in hiding. Planning another visit soon.

To many pictures to share but very interesting and cool to see.

This place was great for both kids and adults. I loved studying all the details poured into the many works of art scattered throughout the exhibits. The kids were so antsy while my wife and I absorbed the adult aspect, but once they got to the enchanted area, they could hardly contain themselves. A must see if youve never been. We spent about an hour there and I could have spent about another hour to real study the miniatures and all their details. The kids lost interest which caused us to leave. 2 and 7 year old.

Free parking, handicapible access. Great place to bring young/old kids! Lots&lots&lots of miniature buildings, places, houses, kitchens, basements & people. The intricacies are easier to see w/ a flashlight. I like the clock-house, dingy basement & the Tudor houses, personally. The new exhibit has sculptures on VERY TINY pencil points, made of the pencil graphite, itself! There is even a tiny gift shop there, too.

Absolutely awesome and interesting displays for both adults and children. It is amazing the intricate detail of all of the exhibits. Who would have guessed a figure could be carved out of a pencil lead?

Turned on to this place by good friend...! Never knew it was there...! Quite a puzzle... But a lot of fun... Wanted to stay longer...! Found all the missing pieces on display and had a great time...! Enjoy

This museum is not like any other it is amazing and very well planned out scenes from another time (not modern time) but still very nicely detailed and displayed in separate rooms. The museum is clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. My family enjoyed ourselves here and would recommend. I say 2 hours at most and that is with stopping and talking about the scenes and with kids small kids in tow. Parking was easy to find a spot and entry was easy no long lines admission was reasonable. If they had a cafe that would make this place even better.

The Mini Time Machine Museum is a quite interesting museum for all people who can appreciate well made miniatures. There are some fabulous displays and some really tacky ones. You have to find the hidden gems and between the mediocre and corny pieces.

I am glad I went, It was a good experience. I liked the chocolatiers, the witches at the cauldron, and some of the antique displays were fun, and I really liked the temporary display of mechanical crank objects, absolutely delightful.

Go Mon - Fri not alot of people.

Absolutely love this place. See the world and walk through history in an hour or two. AMAZING collection, friendly and informative staff, and I’m so glad I stopped in.

Enjoyed our visit. What craftsmanship! Docent led tour was nice as it helped us know what to look for and was a great overview of this lovely museum.

Fabulous! Men and women will love it. Kids too.

It was a funny, fantastic experience. There where many eye catching exhibits but my favorite was the pocket dragons

This is my favorite place in all of Tucson. As other reviews state, the craftsmanship and presentation of these pieces of art is very impressive. It is cool with or without children! I am a huge fan of their miniature gifts! Lets also take a moment to appreciate the signage of their offices..

Quaint but thought $10 was a little much.

It was fun. Had a scavenger hunt to find stuff. Will definitely go again when up I the area again.

There is a wide variety of stuff to see here. I was most excited for the fantasy room, because I love that kind of stuff, but I was mostly disappointed that most of those displays were collections of mass-manufactured childrens toys. There were a few imaginative artistic dioramas in the fantasy section, but not many. The rest of the museum is filled with all different types of miniatures, most depicting different styles of architecture or interior decoration. The style and quality varies widely, but even someone who generally does not have an interest in this sort of thing could probably find enough stuff to keep them interested for an hour or so.

I am a traveler. And I visit museums of all types when I go to cities. By far this is the most unique and best museum in the town of Tucson. Its only outskirts in kind of hard to find. But once you find this gym youll keep going back over and over again

Awesome place! So much work went into these miniatures. Magical and worth $9 admission.

A nice walk through history and a great way to spend a rainy day. This place has alot to offer...just look for the details

This is what Ive dreamed of since I was a little girl. What an absolutely magical place. A must see when youre in tuscon! Fee is $9 for adults

I was pleasantly surprised on my visit to the miniatures museum. You get a free audio setup that attaches to your cell phone. There are many exhibits that coordinate with the audio feed. There are so many rooms of miniatures, with so many different themes, sizes, etc. The detail is quite amazing. It is a fun hour or two exploring. If you are in Tucson it is worth a visit.

Lots of miniatures. Great attention to detail.

Awesome place took mother for 65th bday been wanting to go for years pleasantly surprised on the size of the place. Never even made it all the way thru the first time so much to see. Will def return again.

So fun! I wasnt sure what to expect but it ended up being really interesting. Many of the dollhouses have characters doing hilarious things so you really have to look at whats going on to enjoy it. There is also 100 year old miniatures (mostly from German manufacturers) which I thought were fascinating. I got there with an hour and half left before they closed, but I could have stayed much longer. They currently have an exhibit with carved pencil tips which were also super impressive. Definitely go!

Make sure you plan plenty of time to appreciate all the details and intricate items in the many miniature homes on display. The tiny, figures carved out of pencil leads are amazing!

Always a good time. My 3-yo son loves exploring the different displays and describing what the story for each one might be. We also play a ton of I spy.My one recommendation would be to bring a laser pointer to help mark objects.

Absolutely awesome!!! Everyone of every age will LOVE!! A small cafe would help. But overall spectacular!

This is like a time machine. So many displays covering so many topics and eras. We spent a lot of time looking at the most beautiful homes, stores, places in minute detail.

Our nine year old great-niece was visiting from out of town, and we thought this was something she would enjoy doing. The adults were going along for the ride, so to speak. We were all very pleasantly surprised! The museum isnt a tacky, dusty attic-like venue, but a very upscale and well maintained gallery. Our niece loved it, and we adults (including the men) found it very enjoyable and worth the price of admission. The displays are amazing works of art and fun to look at. There are plenty of benches scattered about to sit on when the elders need a break, and although we went in the cool month of February, would imagine it would be a nice escape from all the many outdoor attractions in the heat of summer.

This place is always a curious delight, but this past weekend (3 September 2019) was their 10th anniversary! At the front desk I was surprised to find out that it was free, and then as we walked around the museum, there were live fairies floating around and live music and interesting arts and crafts... an already magnetically enchanting place was in full magical bloom!

The Mini Time Machine Museum is the only one of its kind that this reviewer knows of. We visit Tucson regularly to visit family members, and were delighted to be able to pay a second visit to this museum of amazing miniatures. With an extensive collection of more than 400 doll houses, or more accurately, this exquisite collection of one-of-a-kind miniature works of art, it is essential to allow at least 1–2 hours when visiting the Mini Time Machine. Many new items have been added since our first visit over 10 years ago. The collection includes vintage houses dating back to the 1700s, real miniature silver tea sets, houses representing historic time periods, locations around the country and around the world. Well worth a visit when in Tucson.

The Mini Time Machine Museum is the only one of its kind that this reviewer knows of. We visit Tucson regularly to visit family members, and were delighted to be able to pay a second visit to this museum of amazing miniatures. With an extensive collection of more than 400 doll houses, or more accurately, this exquisite collection of one-of-a-kind miniature works of art, it is essential to allow at least 1–2 hours when visiting the Mini Time Machine. Many new items have been added since our first visit over 10 years ago. The collection includes vintage houses dating back to the 1700s, real miniature silver tea sets, houses representing historic time periods, locations around the country and around the world. Well worth a visit when in Tucson.

Nice place to visit.

Unique, fascinating exhibits . So much talent in one place. Would highly recommend

Such a cute little place to come with your significant other or your family members. They’re is sooo much to see. I’ve been here twice and I saw different things every time. My favorite section is the Halloween one.

Always fun and something new each time we go.

Loved the details to each exhibit. Arabia nights were fantastic. And Kudos to the front desk team there on 10/30. They were fantastic

This is an impressive collection of miniatures and dollhouses! Ive never seen this much tiny stuff under one roof. While some of it is sort of forgettable (I can see the full range of Department 56 Christmas village pieces at a store), others are unbelievable -- tiny works of art rendered in stunning detail. I would say plan on no more than about two hours -- thats enough time to see most if not all of it, and honestly, after two hours of looking at ornate dollhouses and tiny artifacts, youll reach a saturation point where your eyes start crossing and uncrossing and your brains start leaking out your ears. But in the meantime, it is an amazing experience!!

Fantastic look back at the popular art of miniatures! The Christmas miracle matures are displayed wonderfully. Easy street access and ample parking. Concentrates on older miniatures, so no movie miniatures or other modern constructions of the small. Since the museum is large, it would be nice to have a cafe or food court to eat and rest awhile.

This place is amazing! I was sceptical at first, thinking it wouldnt keep the interest of a child, but I was wrong. The offer a scavenger hunt for the kids to do, and it was exciting to see the joy each time we found the fairy. My only complaint is that some displays are too high for a child. I might recommend a step base along the displays so kids cam fully experience every display.

This museum is different from others that I have experienced! As I walked through its many rooms I was transported to other places, many resembling scenes from history or classic books.There were soldiers from the US Revolution fighting famous battles, Astronauts on the moon and much more!I Highly recommend a visit!John

A fun family adventure. There is so much to see and explore here. We had a great time.

Very interesting. Even if you arent a huge fan of miniatures, they are worth going to see. There history was fascinating, too. Glad they acknowledge the problematic elements in some of the older displays (i.e. enslaved people, ivory)

Great displays of miniatures. Very creative.Enjoy them at your own pace.

Very fun place. The christmas village is the best.