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Grand Canyon Imax Theater

AZ 64/U.S. 180, Tusayan, AZ 86023
928 638 2203
Ranked #4 of 4 attractions in Tusayan
4.0 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
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Type: Cinemas
Owner description: Explore beyond the rim in this spectacular IMAX adventure film. Shown on a giant 6-story high screen with digital surround sound. Purchase park... more » Owner description: Explore beyond the rim in this spectacular IMAX adventure film. Shown on a giant 6-story high screen with digital surround sound. Purchase park passes, visit with a park ranger, get free maps, book sightseeing tours, shop for unique gifts at the National Geographic Store, and eat at the Explorer’s Café...all within the National Geographic Visitor Center. Your ultimate guide to the Grand Canyon. Located one mile from the South Rim National Park Entrance. « less
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Halifax, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Scenery was nice-enjoyed the views from the helicopter, but for a 34 minute short film, the main focus was on the early discovery of the canyon from the Indians to the first white men. Most of the scenes took place on a small boat on the Colorado River and how rough it was on those who chose to continue to... More

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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Nice history and views of the Grand Canyon on the really big screen.

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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Nice way to gain additional insight into the Grand Canyon Park.

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Sydney, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Really good and interesting if you don't know much about the canyons. Short and sweet and gives you something to do in the afternoon / evening.

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Sacramento, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The 35 minute movie was well worth the time. Many hotels offer discounts and I believe there is a senior discount available.

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rochester, ny
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This was close to all hotels in town and we had discount tickets provided by ours, but we were not in town long enough to enjoy using them. So sorry we missed this.

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Toledo, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

this was an experience to take in. You can get discount tickets at all the hotels if you stay in Tusayan.

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Winnipeg, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012
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Story was O.K. but flaws on the film took away some of the enjoyment. Needs new film or equipment cleaning. Little bit overpriced for what you get and we had 10% off coupons from Holiday Inn Express.

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belfast
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142 helpful votes 142 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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As we were at Grand canyon for 3 days, we thought that 50 mins at the IMAX would be a good way to learn more about the Canyon and were not disappointed. Its an excellent short film giving a comprehensive overview of the park and its history. Plus the film quality is amazing esp the low level heli views inside... More

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spin_bunny
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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I don't think it was worth the price, but found the movie to be very engaging!

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