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Arizona Science Center

600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-716-2000
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Ranked #16 of 120 attractions in Phoenix
Type: Science Museums
Description: A museum with over 300 hands-on exhibits that keep visitors involved.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Phoenix, Arizona
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This review is mainly for the exhibition. I suggest calling ahead to be sure no school bus trips are expected while you are there. No photographs were allowed. They do sell a very nice Official Program guide which I bought. Most of the items were reproductions of the originals (Mona Lisa is safe at the Louvre) but you could not... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

This museum is a destination for all ages and interests. Well designed and arranged, it satisfies the curiosity of young and old both visually and hands on for those who must "touch and feel." Not to be missed whether living in Phoenix or visiting the area.

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Frederick, MD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Most of the exhibits are geared for elementary aged students but the DaVinci exhibit compensated for that. We were in town for the international science fair and received a discount. The DaVinci exhibit was extensive and amazing. I highly recommend it.

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phoenix
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

there is NOTHING not to like about this place. Hands on for everyone, educational, fun, interesting. THE place to go if you visit Phoenix.

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Apache Junction, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

A great attraction for young and old but the kids will love the abundance of hands on activities they can participate in.

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Phoenix, Arizona
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37 attraction reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

We went to see the daVinci exhibit (really excellent, with some true mind-blowing parts - especially the remarkable investigation of the Mona Lisa!), but found that we couldn't get near any of the other parts of the museum because the whole building was literally wall-to-wall school children, almost all of whom were under no effective adult supervision or control. We... More

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Dayton, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I like that this center is more science than play focused (Phoenix has a nearby kids museum for younger kids). Because of that, I would say it is better for kids probably 7 and older. Younger kids would certainly be entertained but would not really understand everything. Also, don't think you need children to visit. There were plenty of kidless... More

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Marina del Rey, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

We went to the DaVinci show - which was really fantastic! I was really happy we went to see this exhibit. We also went to the planetarium show and both of us really enjoyed that as well. We went to "skies over Arizona" and it was very interesting. I thought the worker who did the planetarium show was excellent. This... More

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Madrid, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

We've taken our young children (7 & 4) and their friends here several times. Everyone always has a great time playing with all the exhibits. The Legos, weather and farting slide are favorites (not making up that last one!) Permanent and special exhibits make this a fun trip every time.

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High Ridge, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

The Davinci Exhibit was VERY Good! lots of displays and Models of his work. What a genius for the 1400's! See the Grand Canyon Exhibit! I spent over a 1/2 hour on the maps and pictures!!

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