The Franklin Institute
Science Museum
Logan Square, Philadelphia
The experts at visitPA and Visit Philly recommend this place
"Must check out the electricity exhibit and the giant heart!"(10 Tips)
"The Jurassic World special exhibit was super cool!"(7 Tips)
"The old planetarium is very nice"(6 Tips)
"Everything great, especially science after hours, check it out"(3 Tips)
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visitPAAugust 9, 2013One of America’s oldest centers of science education, visitors can learn how to handle and control a real jet, walk through a giant heart and experience the law of center of gravity aboard Sky Bike.
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Missy NarkiewiczAugust 7, 2014The food court was reasonable and tasty. Love the interactive exhibits and shows. Don't come here first thing, start at noon and stay until after the camp and school groups go home.
M JApril 4, 2013One of the best museums I've been to. A definite must visit with family and friends. They let you play with stuff and teach you awesome stuff. Worth the money, though Space Junk honestly wasn't.
Get the Family Membership if you live in the Philadelphia area. It's a bargain; you get free admission to several museums around the U.S., discount tickets to IMAX along with free Planetarium shows!- This is one of the best museums in the city. Great for kids. Great travelling exhibits. Imax is fantastic. Sci-Store is a lot of fun. Must check out the electricity exhibit and the giant heart!
Chris LOctober 2, 2017TERRACOTTA WARRIORS: engaging, well-paced, and so awesome to see a general, archer…and understand little details like why one had a padded collar to protect his jaw from the armor. The AR app was fun!
Karen StagemyerSeptember 2, 2015It's a beautiful place to take the kids but save your pennies before you go. Certain exhibits aren't included in the admission price and it can make for an expensive day. $26 bucks to park!
NikNak BarJanuary 21, 2018The Terra Cotta movie and exhibits are excellent. We quickly walked by the rest of the museum but had a hard time enjoying it due to the children running around like crazy w/little to no supervision.
Arlene CMay 27, 2016Fantastic museum for ALL ages! I had fun on the sky bike . Learned a few new facts and touched the "oldest thing I'll ever touch" 5.5 billion year old meteorite .
Justin RooksApril 21, 2018Everything!!!!! It’s great for the family. I’ll bring my girlfriend next time so she can get science :)
Billy GoodheartJanuary 19, 2014If you have kids, this is a great place to take them. However, if you're looking for a little more "grown up" type of museum, you might want to try the Academy of Natural Sciences.
Even big kids like us love this science museum. We can't get enough of the astronomy tower, IMAX theater, and yes, giant heart. It's also where you'll find many Philadelphia Science Festival events!
Science after hours. Playtime for 21+. Be sure to get a ticket ahead so you don't show up and it's sold out- Rob McGowanAugust 6, 2018Science museum with interactive displays and special exhibits. Walk through the giant heart then seen a movie in the IMAX theater.
The Science Behind Pixar is a fantastic exhibition! Very interactive. We spent 2 hours seeing it. Highly recommended!- アミン パーカーMarch 21, 2021I've been here a couple of times as a child and I remember having a good time. I recommend this place for any child under the age of 10.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleSeptember 17, 2013The "cradle of liberty" rocks a food festival, parades, and concerts. Arrive at the Parkway with a hoagie picnic by afternoon to get prime seats for the fireworks. - Green Guide Editor
Shahrzad ShamsMarch 14, 2018A must if you come to Philly. Great exhibitions are on most of the times.
Jake DayMarch 19, 2017Great museum and excellent customer service - there was a mix up over our membership and staff was able to accommodate us.- Even big kids like us love this science museum. We can't get enough of the astronomy tower, IMAX theater, and yes, giant heart. Follow the @phlsciencefest for updates on the frequent events held here!
Anthony AdamsMay 26, 2011I have been coming here since I was in diapers, they always have something new and interesting, hell I have been through the Heart probably 50 times and it does not get old. Great place.
Shane CrinApril 1, 2016Don't miss the swinging the pendulum near the stairs! See how many statues of Ben you can find! Bring hand sanitizer!
Colleen AlexanderNovember 2, 2014They have 21+ events here in the evening and they rule!! Walk through the exhibits with a beer or wine in your hand!!
Maria CorradoDecember 24, 2016The Jurassic World Exhibit was great. The dinosaurs were lifelike. You walked through at your own pace.
EMMANUEL LUCASApril 13, 2015So much to do, wish I had allocated more time to do everything. Great museum. Children love this place, so much for them to explore.
Leonda LevchukApril 28, 2017Always check for the traveling exhibitions, that is what keeps us coming back. Chinese terra cotta warriors in the fall!
Museum Without WallsNovember 9, 2011Across the street from the Institute, you will see the ‘Aero Memorial’ by Paul Manship. If you look closely at the sculpture—near a fish and a swan you will find the portrait of the artist himself.
Kristina GrimmJuly 17, 2013They need to revamp a lot of the exhibits. Kids break things easily and it was quite disappointing. The imax theatre was cool and so was the swag shop
Alexander KeithMay 25, 2019Got to come down for the Marvel Exhibit with my wife. The history of Marvel Comics came alive with this awesome exhibit!!
Erica NardelloJanuary 19, 2014If the ticket lines are long, you can buy tickets at fi.edu on your phone. Show your confirmation email at will-call, then print at Information. Saved us at least a half hour of just standing in line.
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Brett KemperMarch 26, 2014This museum has a lot of great exhibits, however, avoid going during school hours or you'll be surrounded by screaming kids
Rubby CastroFebruary 27, 2015Great for everobody!! Bodys world, your brains, all!! Amazing!! Buy your ticket online.
TheParrisFoundationOctober 24, 2011Catch a movie in the IMAX Theater and feel like you’re directly involved in the action. Don’t leave before walking through the giant heart, a Franklin Institute classic!- Gabrielle BelardoJune 29, 2016Go to their exhibits!! The Pixar one was so cool! And their science after hours are great for adults! Especially the 20's speak easy
- Jeff JonesApril 2, 2016This place is fantastic. Plus we are members of the Imagination Station in Toledo, which got us free access and discount tickets on Special Exhibits!
Markus TarjamoDecember 8, 2015A very interesting museum that provides a great experience to folks of all ages!- George SwiftDecember 30, 2016The Jurassic World special exhibit was super cool! Worth the extra cost.
ISEPTAPHILLYMay 23, 2013SEPTA PASS PERKS ALERT! $5 off up to four adult tickets to SPY:The Secret World of Espionage with your weekly or monthly SEPTA pass. Read more
Abby NixonJuly 9, 2013Next time I will make this an all day trip we spent a good 3 hours and I had to rush my kids though it but they still enjoyed themselves
The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 5 or 15, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums. Read more
Chad FinchMay 21, 2012The traveling exhibits are very nice. However, the "museum" has long since sold out to the "entertain my children" crowd and is no more educational than a McDonalds play land.
Sara TaylorJanuary 21, 2017Buy your tickets in advance online so you don't have to wait in the giant line- Glam StarApril 22, 2015Glam Star Parties is hosting a spa day on May18 just 30$ for a facial,Mani and Pedi and food for more info contact me at 2159089133 ask for Lakuana
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