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Orlando Science Center

777 E. Princeton St., Orlando, FL 32803
407-896-7151
As featured in Orlando for young kids
Ranked #44 of 162 attractions in Orlando
4.0 of 5 stars 70 Reviews
Type: Science Museums, Observatories/ Planetariums
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: From the time you arrive at the Orlando Science Center, you are immersed in cool science, like walking across the glass bridge into the 3-story open... more »
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Tamarac, Florida
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

My wife and I visited the science center as we enjoy the science museums in south Florida where we live. This museum seems to be undergoing lots of renovations ( curtains along lots of walls. The place seems geard towards the younger croud like 15 and under with not much to keep an adults attention. The best part of our... More

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Tallahassee, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

We enjoyed visiting the Science Center, however, it is a bit expensive especially for four people. Maybe more would come if the price was not so high.

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Orlando, Florida
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

This center has it all! It is great for elementary level students. It has hands on science investigations thoughout, The movie is aweome, it is in a cineadome.

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See 7 more reviews by michelle p for Orlando
Wayne, New Jersey
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We enjoyed the attraction, and the kids loved it, you can spend all day and you do not get tired, the parking lot is big and the food is fast but not too expensive which is good

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Orlando, Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Great museum for families with young kids. My children loved the little city area when they were young. The Science activities are fun!

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See 9 more reviews by CSprinkles for Orlando
Orlando, Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Fun place to spend a few hours at but more for kids 5-10 then under. You can learn about dinosaurs, energy and the history of Florida as well as having the chance to touch and feed snakes and reptiles on the first floor. Cafeteria was lacking and the price is fair so if you’re in Orlando and have some time... More

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See 10 more reviews by kliq6 for Orlando
St. John's
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

My wife and I spent several hours at the Centre with our two boys. They thoroughly enjoyed it. Great option if you want a break from the theme parks.

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See 4 more reviews by ExtinctAuk for Orlando
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

I take the family here a lot. The kids love the hands-on exhibits and don't even realize they are learning while they configure bridges, make tornados, or make air puffs. The only downfall is that the planetarium is not included in the price.

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Tampa, Florida
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29 reviews 29 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

Ok, I lured you in with a Ghostbusters quote. What about a Back to the Future 3 quote instead? "Is this a holdup?" "It's a science experiment!" - Doc Brown Seriously, take the kids. Get out of the house. Turn off the TV and computer. Take pictures. Do something fun and creative. Angry Birds Space can wait.

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See 28 more reviews by jjohnson911 for Orlando
Largo, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Instead of getting soaked at a theme park, we visited the kids science center and had a great time - spent the whole day there! Lots to do and see, great dinosaur exhibits.

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