Plan Your Visit to Discovery Place Science
Don't miss out on this must-visit attraction in Charlotte – plan your visit today and ignite your curiosity at Discovery Place Science!
Admission
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Museum Admission
Our Plan-Ahead prices offer the flexibility to choose a date that fits your schedule and budget. The further in advance you purchase, the more you can save!
Adventure Combo
Max savings on the full experience – Includes Admission + IMAX Documentaries/Planetarium
Daily prices vary. Save $4.95 per IMAX Dome Doc with combo pack!
GET COMBO TICKETSIMAX Documentaries & Planetarium
~20-minute Immersive Experiences
Museum Hours
Member Hour
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Last entry is one hour before closing.
On Fridays that host Science on the Rocks, the Museum closes at 5:00 p.m.
Holiday hours may vary and will be posted on our website in advance.
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IMAX Dome Showtimes
Experience the largest screen in the Carolinas!
T.REX
Call of the Dolphins
Apollo 11
Digistar 7 Planetarium Show
Live Show Highlights
- Daily live demonstrations
- Hands-on chemistry & physics
- Audience volunteers welcome
- Included with admission
Free Live Science Shows
Catch jaw-dropping demonstrations on stage every day — included with Museum admission.
Our educators bring science to life with experiments you can see, hear and feel. Check the daily schedule when you arrive at the Museum.
View Live ShowsMuseum Map
On level 1, find the Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre entrance, Shop Science, Beansprouts Café and permanent exhibitions and labs.
Parking & Directions
Museum visitors get 25% off in our parking deck.
Car
The Discovery Place Science Parking Deck is at 220 W. 6th St., Charlotte, NC, 28202, on the corner of Church and 6th St. in Uptown Charlotte.
Parking Deck Pricing:
Museum visitors get 25% off parking.
After 5:00 p.m.: $10 with Discovery Place validation available at IMAX or evening events
Train
Discovery Place Science is two blocks from the 7th St. Station stop on the LYNX Light Rail system. Upon exiting the train at 7th St., head west toward Tryon St. The Museum entrance is at 168 W 6th St.
Walk
Head toward Tryon St. and 6th St. from Uptown Charlotte—we're hard to miss! The Museum entrance is at 168 W 6th St. between Tryon St. and Church St.