Centrally located in Downtown Des Moines, SCI's hands-on exhibits, special-format theaters and unique programming attract Iowans and distant …
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May 25, 2024
It was a good experience! There were a few exhibits on the main and upper floors to keep kids (and kids at heart) busy for a couple hours. The planetarium and shows were excellent and very informativ… Full review by Laura H
Sep 6, 2023
We got in for free using our home science museum pass, but this was my least favorite of the museums we've been to recently. Not as many interactive exhibits as others, so the ones we did find where… Full review by mitch89tx
Aug 24, 2023
Limited attractions and exhibits. Visited with 10yr old granddaughter for about 1-1/2 hr. Cost $41 plus $3 parking , no cafe only vending. It was mostly workshop activities which engaged her during h… Full review by brianhA9558LM
We are taking 8 kids, ages 3-16. How much time would you recommend? Did you eat lunch there?
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I would not eat lunch there, I would walk to the spaghetti works which is about a block away. I figure about two hours per visit, unless you’re adding a movie then maybe three hours.
The cost is $12 for adults, $8 for kids 2-12, and $8 for seniors. There is an additional cost to see the IMAX movies, but we were very busy and entertained by all of the included events, …
The cost is $12 for adults, $8 for kids 2-12, and $8 for seniors. There is an additional cost to see the IMAX movies, but we were very busy and entertained by all of the included events, shows, and regular science movies, without seeing any IMAX ones. Have a great time!
How many hours would you recommend for a visit if we don't watch any IMAX movies?
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We have spent an entire day there. There are plenty of things to keep you busy there. 3-5 hours would be more than enough time to do the egg drop, play in the water ways, make and …
We have spent an entire day there. There are plenty of things to keep you busy there. 3-5 hours would be more than enough time to do the egg drop, play in the water ways, make and shoot your rocket or see one of the live interactive presentations.
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