The Balloon Museum is a project with multiple exhibitions around the world. They have different ideas and works but the overarching "air" theme is similar across all of them. We went to the Los Angeles exhibition named "Let's Fly: Art Has No Limit". There is parking in the lot for $10 or there is free street parking just outside if you're comfortable parking there. From the moment we walked in, all the exhibitions had something related to balloons or were in the air. The main exhibit was the black ball pit that contained 2.5 million balls in a huge pit. There was a light show while we were in it which was cool. There was another where they had air blowing on balloons so they flew around the room. At the end there was a VR experience where we put on goggles to explore another world of balloons. Overall we went about 1.5 hours here. It was trippy at different parts and disorienting but in a good way. Beware that there were a lot of flashing lights if you are not a fan of those. It was about $50 for adults which was decent. It's a fun activity. read more

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Such a fun and unique experience! They really did an amazing job with the entire setup. My favorite parts were the light show in the ball pit, the butterfly installation, and the VR headset experience--so creative and immersive. This place isn't just for kids--adults will absolutely enjoy it too. Nearly everything is interactive and hands-on, which makes it even more engaging. Highly recommend checking it out! read more

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Wonderful immersive experience! I visited the balloon museum on a holiday. Luckily, I purchased the tickets online as it was quite crowded and tickets for certain time slots were already sold out. When we arrived, there was a small line of cars ahead of us, waiting for parking in the lot in front of the museum. Parking was $10 per car. At the entry, there were separate lines set up for timed entries as a large group. Our group was next up. So our wait was only ten minutes. Once it started, our group walked through rooms of immersive experiences. At a certain point, the group was able to separate and we were able to do our own thing. We finished the visit in about an hour and a half and had a blast! Our favorites were the ball room, the bubble room and the tornado of balloons. *Unfortunately, I can't recall the official name of these exhibits. I highly recommend this museum for adults who want to feel like a child again, or families with children! *Due to it being a holiday and children out of school, there were numerous children. In our group, we may have been the only party who did not bring kids. Our visit summed up in 40secs: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGMd4MaIRwv/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2yYdyXU/ read more

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Newer pop up inside experience in Los Angeles combining elements of balloons created into art installations. From a room that feels it is spinning while you're walking through it to a huge ball pit you lay in and watch the light show around you up, the different installations are each different from the other and expresses the artists ideas with each room. While it could feel it is made for children, there are deeper art elements that adults can enjoy as well. It may be a little expensive for a pop up museum compared to other pop ups, but it is also an experience you aren't getting elsewhere. You can go with family, make it a fun date experience or just go to experience the creativity and art that abounds. Definitely a new, fun experience in LA read more

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My friends, my husband and I came to spend time at the Balloon Museum! We didn't know what to expect since we had never been there before. To our surprise and delight! We had an amazing time! We enjoyed all the different ways balloons were used to make beautiful artwork! We also got to experience a huge ball pit to get in and play! One of our friends was so amazed he started acting like a kid, it was such a joy to see him playing inside the ball pit!! It was such an incredible experience!! I definitely recommend coming back again! Plus it's great for pictures and selfies to add to your social medias!! read more

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Soooooo much funnnn!!! The Balloon Museum's exhibit, Let's Fly, is guaranteed to bring out your inner child! International renowned artists incorporate inflatable art to create over 20 interactive installations to uplift your senses. My first favorite room was the Hyperstellar. Artist Roman Hill gives his perception of the infinite cosmos with the largest black ball pit I've seen and a hypnotic light and music show of moving spheres in the air. Take a dive in and try to swim! My second fave installation was Perpetual Ballet by Mauro Pace. If this whirlwind of white balloons doesn't bring you joy, you're probably dead inside. A Quiet Storm; the room with soapy bubbles, ADA; the giant ball with charcoal to draw on the walls, BB; the room with metallic balls, and Mariposa; the illuminated butterfly controlled by the chair swing were stimulating, mesmerizing and fun as well. It took about two hours for our party to go through the whole exhibit, but we took our time playing and taking photos in nearly every room. There are also some great photo op backdrops before you exit the building. Parking is $10. You have until March 16th to checkout "Let's Fly!" read more

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I went here on a date. We didn't know what to expect at the exhibit but there were so many great surprises throughout the museum. I appreciated how much of an immersive experience it was. It wasn't rushed and we had ample time to get through each exhibit at our own pace. We went at a time where it was a mix of families and couples and it was still quite enjoyable. My favorite was the hyperstellar exhibit. I'm glad we spontaneously decided to go today. It can definitely be an outing for the family. From beginning to end it was great - even the colored photo boxes & VR at the end was great. read more

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Tickets: check to make sure they are available. They are fairly priced for this type of event. Parking: is free/included at the venue. Exhibits: So so fun! Some had no lines, while others had a little bit of a line. Be prepared to get a little wet from the bubbles. We had a great time and the kiddos loved it. If you around the downtown LA area this is definitely a fun activity. read more

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I had fun! Wish there were more interactive rooms though. I enjoyed the ball pit the most and the ballet room with all the floating balloons and air. My friend and I missed the ball but the first time since the didn't walk to the end of the green swirly room. Glad we went back to ask about it. The price was a bit better with the discount, otherwise it's too pricey. I think this is a great place for kids or to bring out the kid in you. There are fun setup rooms at the end for some photo ops! There's quite a lot of parking spaces available. There's a guy that takes parking payments when you drive up to the entrance. read more

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This museum is located within spitting distance of the famed and celebrated 6th street bridge. The neighborhood is industrial with a post apocalyptic feel. This is not Beverly Hills, lol An interesting and unusual experience. Lots of surprises and joy as you walk through each space. Only wished we could go back through the loop again. It was not obvious if we could and we did not ask. read more

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I am late to writing this review but maybe someone from a different city wants to refer to previous locations. This was a great experience that my daughter enjoyed as well. Took us about 1.5 to get through it all. Solid pop up museum for all of the sensory lovers out there! read more

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Visited for our first time in a group of four this past weekend and we had an amazing experience. Elsewhere at the Madcap Hotel, which was just down the street a few years ago, is my favorite of all the art exhibits that i've been to in Los Angeles, but this Balloon Museum is definitely my second favorite. It was a lot larger than I was expecting, and the rooms were a lot more fun and immersive than I thought they would be. Parking is included with your ticket although it's easy to find street parking given that it's in the eastern side of the Arts District. They also have a lovely café at the end of the museum with delicious donuts, coffee, and cotton candy. I would say the ball pit or the room with the floating balloons were my favorite of the rooms but honestly, I enjoyed each one. This would be something that would be great as a date, or to bring kids or even pets. The rooms are pet friendly aside from the ball pit and a few other ones. It honestly was a great way to spend an afternoon and I already want to go back again. I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone. read more

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#flyforfun #flyforballoons #flyforadventure This Balloon Museum is part of a worldwide traveling museum I thought it settled here in Los Angeles after visiting Düsseldorf Germany but was corrected to learn this current exhibit is from Italy Lights! Camera! Action! Much to see and understand about light, motion, air and the list goes on Contracted by the Balloon Museum, each artist describes their piece along with the science behind it A must see if you are in the LAX area read more

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Balloon Museum in LA is a fun and interactive art museum with specific exhibits primarily balloons as their main theme. It's located in the art district section of DTLA. Visitors can easily spend 90 minutes exploring each exhibit and taking those cute IG photos. Museum staff were friendly and helpful. Admission ticket is timed and pricey $40 bucks. Parking lot ($10) and side street parking (free) are available albeit limited. Overall, this interactive museum was fun and good for family. read more

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Had such a fun experience. It definitely is giving Willy wonka.. and I loved every moment . Very interactive. The kids there were having so much fun.. the big pool with the black balls was so fun and there is a room with flying balloons... that was my favorite. Will go again read more

A fun time was had by all. Customer Service: Awesome Interactiveness: Bam Uniqueness: Yep From the bubble room, to butterfly swing to the black ball pit, it's a site all should see and touch! Hope they come to the Bay Area! read more

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This exhibit definitely exceeded my expectations. The scale of it and quality of the artwork and artists was beautiful. I loved the interactive nature of it. I've been to a lot of exhibits with ball pits but this one takes the prize in terms of sheer scale and drama, along with the light show. Just beautiful. I thought wearing booties in the pit kept it a little more hygienic, which I appreciatesd. The exhibit with the big balloon and charcoal that drew on the walls and ceiling was incredible. We also enjoyed the balloon tornado with our hair standing straight up. Lots of laughs. There was quite a bit of staff everywhere making sure everything ran smoothly. My only issue were all the slippery areas. Wearing booties over shoes and walking on a slippery rubbery ramp was not a great idea. I fell down while exiting an exhibit. It is really nice that there is a cafe and seating areas to take a break if needed. I highly recommend this and for all ages. read more

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Usually I don't get my hopes too high for pop up museums or ads I see on socials just because they are usually expensive and a let down. The Balloon museum proved me wrong, for $36 for CA residents and a discount code we booked it on the day of on a Sunday. We arrived 15 minutes before and got in right away. You wear protections for your sneakers and walk thru different interactive art exhibitions and some are really unique and fun. Of course my favorite is the black ball pit, really brings out your inner childhood. They also have VR, IG photo spots and a store/bakery at the end. Great for all ages. read more

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This art exhibit is a must!!! Especially if you have kids. I took 15 students here on a Monday afternoon and it was busy, but not crowded. Our wait times for the balloon pool, bubble room, and VR section were minimal. However, I can imagine the long wait on a weekend or a busy weekday. read more

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An unforgettable experience for me and my daughter as we did this as our mother nad daughter date. We were visiting LA for spring break and this ad came out on my Instagram feed. I'm so happy they had an opening Friday. They have timed reservations and I think the flow of the crowd was good. If you have time and patience you can have the room by yourself to take great pictures. Every room is a great surprise and fun! Very interactive. You wouldn't know 2 hours had passed hahaha. Come with your stomach full.i made a mistake not eating before going here because i got hungry after. Haha. They have a mini store for shorts and other stuff to buy and cute dessert bar and drink at the end. Don't let this pass its worth your time and money! read more

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One of the best immersive experiences so far. Loved everything about it. Every room was different and unique. Could visit one more time. Good for kids. They also have virtual reality show at the end. Had lot of fun with family'. This place also have lot of insta worthy photo booths. Can easily spend 3-4 hours here. read more

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Where do I even begin? This was truly one of the best experiences I've ever had! We booked a time slot on a Sunday before noon, and when we arrived, the parking lot was fairly empty, a great sign that it wouldn't be too crowded. Every exhibit was unique, creative, and thoughtfully designed. Since there wasn't much foot traffic, our small group could move at our own pace, allowing us to spend extra time in certain areas. However, the exhibit with the ball show had a set viewing time, so we were only allowed to watch it once. The rest of the exhibits could be explored at our leisure. This is a fantastic spot for photo opportunities and a great bonding experience. I attended with a family member, and it was a wonderful way to connect while enjoying the incredible art installations. Toward the end of the museum, there are several small booths with fun photo ops, followed by a gift shop. After that, there's a dessert and drinks area, perfect for a sweet treat before heading out. Even the entrance features eye-catching inflatable displays that set the tone for the experience. Overall, I highly recommend this for all ages, an unforgettable, immersive experience that's definitely worth a visit! read more

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This place made me feel like a kid again . From the ball pit ,to the bubble room and the ballon this place was a blast . The parking was pretty cheap as well and it was only 10 dollars to park . read more

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Loved this experience! Came here early on a weekend with a friend and it was the best time; zero to no crowds and plenty of picture opportunities. Highly suggest booking an early slot to take advantage of the low crowds for the best pictures. It was fun experiencing the various color installations, whether they were interactive or for observation. Perfect for all ages and groups, especially if you enjoy pop up experiences! read more

I loved the interactive art. My boyfriend and I, had so much fun & time went by so fast. I would say that the 50 dollars they charge for the museum is worth it. However, the only thing I did not like were the washrooms. Some of them did not even have toilet paper & it smelled really really bad. I also feel like the VR experience could be better since my headset kept falling and falling because the support from the back wouldn't stick anymore, so I was getting annoyed since I couldn't fully enjoy the experience. But other than that, everything else is definitely worth it. read more

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The good: Pop on by for an uplifting experience! It was $40 for adults and free for my toddlers. This was so much fun for the entire family! The black ball pit was really spectacular and fun. I loved how grand it was. There were lots of picture-worthy set ups at the end. The charcoal bouncing ball with marks on the ceiling and wall was my favorite exhibit. I thought that each art piece was uniquely different and was interesting for both adults and kids. It was thoroughly entertaining and beautiful, artsy, and fun for the entire family. I liked how the entrance was interactive with balls you could push around. Many of the art pieces were made a couple of years ago. The black floating rings that looked kind of like a centipede looked like something you'd see in a music video. The bad: There was a slow line at checking tickets and allowing folks to come in but maybe it was intentional to allow a slow trickle into the museum. The VR experience is for age 8 or 9 and up so I couldn't check it out because I had two toddlers with me. The interesting: They have a cafe at the end with sweets and drinks. There was a Christmas balloon setup at the end. We parked outside of the designated parking lot to save $10. There was plenty of free parking around. read more

If you want a cool and quirky experience, look no further than this museum. This place boasts some amazing exhibits that are sure to engage you. The colors are vibrant, some of the balloons are absolutely massive. Pictures don't do it justice, just come and experience it yourself. I think this is great for families. I do feel like the museum does lack in revisiting quality as this is a place that I feel one visit is enough (but definitely take your time to explore it). Check this place out before it's gone! read more

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I had the most amazing fun . This was a little pop up museum in downtown Los Angeles.I took my daughter and her friends here for her birthday they had so much fun took so many pictures it was just a cool little vibe. I didn't want to put too many photos this is something you gotta check out for yourself. Great for photo ops!!! Tell em RennyRedd sent you Enjoy!!! read more

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For starters $50 for this was over priced. Be carful with the foot covers my leg got caught in the stairs while entering the ball pit. There were no attendants around so I had to pull my leg out. Bubbles were A TERRIBLE IDEA !! 1 star because the booths at the end are the best. read more

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I just had the most magical, immersive experience at the Balloon Museum in Downtown LA--pure wonder, excitement, and play! For a moment, I was a kid again, completely lost in bubbles, color, and laughter. Belly laughs, big smiles, and endless joy filled every moment as my family and I embraced the beauty of being fully present. If you need a reminder to play, to feel light, and to just be--this is it. Highly recommend stepping into this world of imagination and fun! read more

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Such a great experience! All rooms are unique and fun. My seven year old had a blast! We went on a Monday afternoon and we basically had each room to ourselves :) Thank you to all the artists and museum staff!! read more

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Was a very interesting experience! The exhibits were very elaborate! I appreciated how they limited the number of guests during the various time frames. It allowed us ample time to experience and enjoy each of the balloon exhibits. Most of the exhibits had a "hands on" element to it. They did have hand sanitizer available outside each exhibit. The installation is located in a not so nice area, but they had a large area for parking. I appreciated that they didn't charge an arm and a leg for parking; however I was a bit perturbed that when buying tickets onsite they charged a service/convenience fee in addition to the admission fee. I would have thought that they would have cut that fee off since I bought onsite rather than online. They did offer various discounts to the admission price for CA resident, military, senior and students. read more

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$40 per person for admission + $10 parking!! i'd recommend going on a weekday at an off time because it can get really crowded, but i get why it's popular! i went through this entire experience within 1.5-2hours, but everything looked so cool & i had lots of fun making memories here, there's so many photo opportunities the staff was kind of mean, but it was getting towards the end of the day so maybe they just all wanted to be done with their shifts there's a cute & unique balloon "flower bar" at the end of the museum so you can bring home a balloon souvenir read more

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Fun experience! It is a little pricey but it is a once in a life time experience. It won't be there long so jump on it! Don't miss the ball pit! read more

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Had a great time exploring and taking pictures and videos. There's one room where couches inflate and deflate, and I think we spent like 40 minutes in there alone. Loved the bubble room, where bubbles were filled with smoke. My shoes and pants got sudsy, but no regrets. read more

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I feel like all the immersive experience is kind of expensive now, this one is not so bad, there's about 5-6 rooms, kinda interesting and you can go as a family. Besides looking at the balloon decoration there's not much to do as an adult, however , if you like taking pictures, the pics look great! read more

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This was such a fun date experience, even for adults. I was expecting more of a hot air balloon related exhibit, but they had everything balloons from inflatables to bubbles, etc. Loved it. All the exhibits were immersive and fun. Lots of photo opps. Loved the ball pit. read more

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It was quite amazing for these devices to work in art form. Balloons have always been a fantasy to many ppl and here is the dreams come true. Only wish I could sprang more time here and highly recommended for all ages! read more

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This interactive museum exhibit is really spectacular and it runs until March 16th, 2025. It's called "Let's fly: Art has no limits" at the Balloon Museum and was created by a team that designs contemporary art exhibitions with works in which 'air' is a distinctive element. Ticket prices may vary from $35-$59. You can purchase them online or in person at the ticket office if available. The Balloon Museum is located in Boyle Heights at the Ace Mission Studios in a former industrial and warehouse area underneath the Sixth Street Viaduct bridge. They have a large parking lot located before the entrance to the venue. The stated daily rate for parking is $10 per day plus tax. All the exhibits are interactive and it's so much fun. There's also a "Balloon Café" and a fun shop with signature stuffed toys and gadgets. There are several different huge rooms that you can wander through. There's one room where there's a giant balloon you can touch that has charcoal spikes on it that draws on the walls, another one where you can jump into a giant pool of black balls, another room where you interact with babbling space creatures called Ginjos that are actually balloons, another one with animated balloons that play music... It's fun for adults and kids alike. I had a great time and I'm definitely going to go back with my friends. You can jump into a giant pool filled with thousands of black spheres designed by the Hyperstudio collective with a light show and ambient music playing. That's my favorite. There's also one room where you can sit on cushions and watch this beautiful giant butterfly spread its wings with a psychedelic light show and music. If you sit on the swing beneath it, your motion makes the wings of the butterfly flap. They're having similar exhibitions like this in several cities; this is the latest one. It was originally founded in 2020 in Rome, Italy. read more

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Add a blast with my family at this super cool museum. It's worth the $. It's big with really cool interactive exhibits. Great for the little ones. The souvenirs are decently priced. read more

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