There’s never a bad time to unleash your inner child, and Texas has the perfect place to do just that. Austin’s Toy Joy has been named among the 10 best toy stores in the world by USA Today, and after one look inside, you’ll be ready to plan a trip.

Named among the Top 10 toy stores in the world by USA Today, Toy Joy has been “Keeping Austin Fun since 1987.”

w3ndy1980/TripAdvisor The store has three locations: Downtown, Hyde Park, and Austin Airport.

An eclectic menagerie of fun and games, Toy Joy is a must-visit for all ages.

musicalroad/TripAdvisor Whether you’re a kid or kid at heart, there’s something for everyone and every price range.

The stores aren’t huge in size, but they make up for it with a toy selection that rivals any place you’ve ever been.

musicalroad/TripAdvisor Even if you’re normally a quick shopper, allot at least an hour to peruse the inventory. There’s so much cool stuff!

If you’re into shows like “Doctor Who” or “Star Trek,” there’s all sorts of gear to geek out over.

w3ndy1980/TripAdvisor From lunch boxes to salt and pepper shakers, you’d be hard-pressed to think of something that can’t be found on these shelves.

Educational toys abound, as well, so if the kids need something for a science project, look no further.

musicalroad/TripAdvisor You’ll also see tons of board games perfect for family entertainment nights.

All in all, Toy Joy is every child’s sweetest dream.

Rafael Sisto/Google Images Stay for a little or a long time - either way, there’s no way you’ll be leaving empty handed.

The main store can be found at 403 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX, 78701.

Google Maps Hours are 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Sunday.

Visit the Toy Joy website or Facebook page to learn more.

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The store has three locations: Downtown, Hyde Park, and Austin Airport.

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Whether you’re a kid or kid at heart, there’s something for everyone and every price range.

Even if you’re normally a quick shopper, allot at least an hour to peruse the inventory. There’s so much cool stuff!

From lunch boxes to salt and pepper shakers, you’d be hard-pressed to think of something that can’t be found on these shelves.

You’ll also see tons of board games perfect for family entertainment nights.

Rafael Sisto/Google Images

Stay for a little or a long time - either way, there’s no way you’ll be leaving empty handed.

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Hours are 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Sunday.

Have you ever been to Toy Joy? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below. Check out our previous article for another epic store in Texas where you can unleash your inner child.

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Address: 403 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701, USAAddress: 4631 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751, USAAddress: Barbara Jordan Terminal, Gate 11, Austin, TX 78719, USA