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Discovery Place
Science Museum
Fourth Ward, Charlotte
"variety of exhibits & explorations for kids of all ages!"(6 Tips)
"The IMAX film was nothing short of incredible."(3 Tips)
"... sure to check out the IMAX Theater as well."(2 Tips)
"Great rain forest exhibit."(9 Tips)
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Beth ShuggJanuary 4, 2013Be sure to lie on the bed of nails - you may never have another chance! Also, there are lots of building blocks in the front and a section where you can make cool stuff with duck tape and scraps.
Kari HessJuly 11, 2018something fun to explore for all ages (even the big kids); check out their adults only event, Science on the Rocks, the 3rd Friday of each month- Kari HessMarch 28, 2019Something fun to explore for all ages (even the big kids). Check out their adults only event, Science on the Rocks, the 3rd Friday of each month.
Linda Holt-PisanoFebruary 28, 2014Saw the amazing film, "Hubble 3D" yesterday. Sat in the middle seats, just 3 rows down from the top row. WOW!! It was an incredible experience. We went THROUGH Outer Space, while in our seats.- Social News NetworkJune 11, 2012A museum that offers a variety of exhibits & explorations for kids of all ages! While you're there, don't miss the incredible "Bodies Exhibit" and make sure you enjoy an IMAX film before heading home!
Laurel LaFlammeAugust 7, 2012If you're just visiting, save some extra $bucks for their AWESOME Gift Shop. Take home a souvenir geode, Dino, turtle, or a cool post card for remembrance of your Discovery Day! *love* this place!
The Fourth Ward Park, 2 blocks down W 6th St, is worth checking out. It ha great swings, beautiful gardens and welcoming benches. It is very safe.- Josh MangumAugust 24, 2015Such an awesome place for kids of all ages, took my 2yo and he had an absolute blast
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 11, 2015Don't miss the inflatable planetarium; as you trek through our solar system take a look at This Month's Sky View.
Brittany's TipsDecember 10, 2011Great hands on learning museum. Kids love it from tiny things but interactive exhibits best for ages 5 and up. If in Charlotte get the membership and save!
Alejandro FragaJuly 22, 2013Great museum for the kids, lot's of things to do! Arrive ealry, museum opens at 9am on week days.
Mike Herman, Jr.December 23, 2016The IMAX Dome Theatre is awesome, been going there since I was a kid!- Walter Hunt IIIJanuary 30, 2013great place for a lot of educational things for all ages and make sure to check out the IMAX Theater as well.
The parking garage elevator is located on the first floor, if you're on the 2nd floor you must go back downstairs to get to it. (while the mummies exhibit is up)
Pauline BurnsSeptember 9, 2014I like Discovery Place. It's fun and has a variety of interesting things to see. However, the cost is high for a family. Then you have to pay additional $ for parking. Too expensive!
Katie MonsonAugust 8, 2014Don't miss the IMAX film. Any if them, they are all good. And the only IMAX around.
Visit North CarolinaJanuary 4, 2011This place takes hands-on exploring to an extreme. Rainforests, science experiments, wind tunnels & the largest movie screen in the Carolinas will keep kids of all ages entertained for hours.
After a tremendously successful Mummies of the World exhibition, National Geographic Crittercam comes to Discovery Place May 26-Sept. 16, 2012. Excited to see other intriguing exhibitions ahead!
Little MrscJuly 28, 2012This place is great for kids and those that are not so young if you r in Charlotte check it out
DoubleTree by Hilton - CharlotteOctober 26, 2011This is a GREAT Family attraction that has a lot of hands on fun. It has a larger than life IMAX theater. Come and explore!!!!
Alicia ZinnMarch 31, 2010As a kid my grandparents took me to the Discovery Place. I have been to allot of museums in my life but this was one of the most memorable museums of my childhood!
My 3 year old and 1 year old can spend hours in the KidScience room. The membership.is definitely worth it!- DoubleTree by Hilton - CharlotteJanuary 9, 2012Looking for something to do with the kids, Come check all the exciting things at Discovery Place, like Mummies of the World (until 4/8/12), on 1/31 how about Cloud Making, Read more
Pete HoltermannApril 19, 2014If line is out the door, might consider doing something else with your day.
Chuck HathcockAugust 8, 2011For kids over 6-7yo, the original DP is still the best, under 8 DPK (Discovery Place Kids) may be a better option. Read more
Jared CampbellMay 27, 2017Terrible place to navigate with a stroller. Doors aren't automatic and elevator is small. No changing stations in the bathrooms on the second floor!?!?!? Otherwise, this is a great place for kids.- John Fast-food AddictAugust 13, 2015The IMAX film was nothing short of incredible. Everything else was just "vanilla", not really worth the admission price.
kevinMay 11, 2011Parents, if you are taking your kids here, do yourself a favor and grab a pint at Ri Ra first!
Jacqueline MariaApril 9, 2013The Polar Bear IMAX was pretty sad and very "save the earth". For a young family, I might skip it.
Kid Science is a great way to relax and let the kids have fun!
Check out Discovery Place as it begins to finish the huge renovation. By July of 2010, the museum will be ALL new.
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"Neat place to bring the kids. Have a variety of animals for them to see and a few activities that kids will enjoy. We went on the lizard, snake, turtle day and it was worth it."
John Lewensten - 8.5
"The exhibits are amazing. Great for history and fandom. The curator is impressive too. Fav was driving the car simulators."
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"You’ll may only want to go here once since it’s much too easy to go through all the museum offers in 60-90 minutes if you don’t pace yourself. But to be fair, it was a truly fun way to spend 2 hrs.🫨"
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