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Discovery Place Science fills a block uptown with maker-style labs — build-test-repeat engineering stations, a two-story rain forest with free-flying birds, an aquarium touch tank, and physics shows with liquid nitrogen. The IMAX dome (one of the few left) screens giant-format science films hourly.
301 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202 STEM school trips — hands-on labs, IMAX dome and aquarium tank.
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Suggested time
2–3 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings with school groups
Official website
science.discoveryplace.org ↗Must-see spots
- Two-story rain forest
- IMAX dome
- Engineering labs
- Aquarium touch tank
Suggested itinerary · STEM field trip
Know before you go
- The two-story rain forest with free-flying birds and a waterfall is the signature space.
- Liquid-nitrogen physics shows run several times daily in the theater.
- The IMAX dome's reclined seats put the giant screen overhead.
Tips for group trips
- School and group rates at 10+ — the museum is built for field trips; lab sessions can be added.
- Coach drop on 6th St at the museum's bus lane.
- The rain forest and live demonstrations are included — schedule around the show times.
Frequently asked questions
Admission?
About $25 adult; school/group rates at 10+, IMAX films may add.
Ages?
Best for 6–14 — younger kids have a dedicated KidScience area; teens dig the engineering labs.
Bus drop-off?
Dedicated bus lane on 6th Street.
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