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Carnegie Science Center

One Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
412-237-3400
Ranked #14 of 53 attractions in Pittsburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 75 Reviews
Type: Science Museums
Traveler Description: Carnegie Science Center is located on the North Shore between Heinz Field and Rivers Casino.  It is open Sunday through Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM... more »
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cmj2ri
Pittsburgh, PA
Senior Contributor
34 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012 NEW

Used to take my kids here on rainy, boring weekends. They always enjoyed them. Now that they are older, they like to go here on dates for something a little different. More

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Palmtreetheory
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Senior Contributor
29 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2012 NEW

Great place to take families or kids for a fun day of learning. Also a great place for adults, with hands on current science technology exhibits and an Omni Max theater. More

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jsctraveler
Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania
Top Contributor
64 reviews
32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012

My 9-year-old son always looks forward to going to the Science Center and Sports Works section which is a newer feature and is included in the general admission fee. In Sports Works, my son and I loved riding the roller coaster simulator. It's worth the wait. In the main part of the Center you'll find floors filled with "experiments" and... More

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mcgervey
West Virginia
Senior Contributor
24 reviews
33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

This trip was new years day, and they had special stuff going on, including face painting for kids, food fights, and lots of messy stuff. We also wanted to see the miniature railroad set up for this year, to see what was changed. It doesn't change much from year to year, but it's always a thrill to see all the... More

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sr06
Cheswick,Pa
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12 reviews
38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

Always something interesting going on. IMAX theater. Submarine tour. Beautiful view of Three Rivers and Pittsburgh.Lots of activities for children & adults as well.Exhibits change on a regular basis. Sportsworks next door is a dayful in itself. More

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frequenttravails
23336
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15 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Make certain to check out the robot exhibits - although a little bit dated - it is a place that excites kids and is well lit, clean and enjoyable. More

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emunah
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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15 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

If you are interested in science or miniature railroads this is the place for you, rain or shine. Connected to the sports works which is a ton of fun for the whole family. Bought yearly pass to take myself and the family multiple times during the year. More

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karbend
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

We just visited the Carnegie Science Center, for probably the 4th time. My boys are 3 and 4, and always have a great time there. Although the learning aspect of it is a little beyond their comprehension, my 4-year old still loved making the robot talk like Darth Vader. Or playing air hockey with another robot. So there's of course... More

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Ghostrider_711
Pittsburgh, Pa. United States
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15 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012

This is a great place to take the kids to learn about science. More

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breed59
Oakmont, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

Had a good time here learning about science and going to the IMAX. Tornado Alley rocked! More

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