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Discovery Centre

1593 Barrington St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1Z7, Canada
+1 902 492 4422
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Ranked #20 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.0 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Science Museums, Children's Museums
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Halifax, NS
Senior Contributor
43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

great fun for the kiddies and whole family. they do great birthday parties too. my kids have also done day camps and enjoyed them just as much More

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Fredericton
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Always fun for the kiddos. They were a bit disappointed in the Grossology exhibit however. My son asked where the rest of the exhibit was as it was really only 5 stations on the first floor. The second and third floors never disappoint! My son is so proud that he can run faster than a race horse! and my daughter... More

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Gatineau
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

Although my kids enjoyed themselves, the place is in dire need of refurbishment, cleaning, and updates. The interpretative panels are ripped apart, the carpet are old and dirty, and the admission price is way too high considering the product value. You can get into National Museums for less than that! More

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Halifax
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

You will find that there is a lot to see and do here, and kids of all ages will find something facinating and fun. You can easily burn 1-3 hours here. More

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Eastern Canada
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

I was expecting a bit more things that would interest adults, pricey entry for a few things to see. I have no need to ever go back. More

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Halifax, Nova Scotia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012

Always fun to go with the children as there are so many things for them to actualy take part in. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good place to hold children's birthday parties. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome! More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

When ever we can we take the kids here. This time was excellent with the Grossology exhibit. It was also March break so get there early! You don't need to spend all day either a couple of hours is plenty. More

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Atl Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012

Some really neat science for kids to see and experience for a couple hours. Bring a boat load of sanitizer when you go though! More

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Truro, Nova Scotia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

This ia a great pace to take younger kids. I think they would loose interest as they got older. We used to go every year. More

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Nova Scotia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

A great place to bring children for hands on science experimentation. Lots to see and do, new displays every year! More

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