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Sciencenter

Ithaca, NY
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Ranked #6 of 15 attractions in Ithaca
4.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Type: Science Museums
Owner description: Children of all ages can look, touch, listen and discover in this science museum that makes learning fun, by experiencing more than 100 exhibits, an...... more » Owner description: Children of all ages can look, touch, listen and discover in this science museum that makes learning fun, by experiencing more than 100 exhibits, an outdoor science park, the Sagan Planet Walk, early childhood amphitheater and a teen technology clubhouse. « less
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Bath, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Fun especially for little kids. There is a touch tank and the kids can touch sea urchins and starfish. There is also a enclosed large play ground area with a lot of other educational things set up, such as sound wave travel, etc. More

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NY
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

Our 6 year old thought it was awesome (lots of things to touch and do) and our 10 year old found some things that were cool too. Overall, it was worth the trip, there were more hands on activities than I expected which entertained everyone (the rube goldberg kinetic machine was especially interesting). More

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Ithaca NY
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Great fun place that the whole family can enjoy, particularly youngsters. Activities stimulate creative thought and are lots of fun. There are plenty of comfortable places for people to sit along the way while others in their party finish playing/exploring. More

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Richmond
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

We go to a lot of children's museums and science centers, and this one hits all the high points. There is a huge outdoor play area, 2 floors of exhibits that are varied and interesting, nothing was broken, bathrooms were abundant and clean, staff were polite and helpful. I can't really fault them on anything. FYI there is no food... More

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Elmira, New York
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2012

The Sciencenter is a hit every time we go. The kids love to just explore and enjoy the many hands-on exhibits they have. On our last trip, I took a 3 and 5 year old. They played until they dropped. They have a great outisde playground as well for patrons to enjoy. More

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ny
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2012

Great way to spend the day for kids of all ages. There is an outdoor area to play in as well as two floors of fun inside. The exhibit in one area changes every few months so it is worth visiting again and again. My kids love the Bernoulli Blower and the Ball Machine "Quantum's Last Leap". Be sure to... More

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Fairfax, Virginia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Many of the "hands on" exhibits are not replaced frequently enough to keep up with the many little hands that have worn out the exhibits. Parts missing or "lost" as well as pieces which indicate too much wear or too old. Area for lunching with children, brown bag or use vending. More

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Ithaca, New York
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

Children and adults alike will find plenty to fascinate them in this well-designed science museum. Allow a couple of hours More

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Apalachin, New York, United States
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012

When my kids were younger we always loved visiting the science center. Never a dull moment there! More

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New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012

If you are traveling with kinds 8 and under this is the place to bring them, have fun, laugh, enjoy an afternoon. Sorry to say my son is 14 so was kind of akward. More

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