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Carnegie Science Center

One Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
412-237-3400
Ranked #17 of 57 attractions in Pittsburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 123 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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Pittsburgh
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

Even though it doesnt change much from each visit, it is a nice day trip for little kids. I have to children 4 and 18 months and they love it there, espeically the robot display. More

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Rochester Hills, Michigan
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

I visited one Saturday morning when it opened and had a very nice visit. Most visitors started at the bottom and meandered toward the top so, I did the opposite (and recommend the same.) The reef exhibit was my favorite. I liked seeing the fish and coral but also enjoyed seeing the filtration system! I loved the robot exhibit!! Next... More

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Marseille, France
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

We had a great day there but explanations are very small and food was very bad. More

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Greensburg, PA
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Nice way to spend a day- good for a one time visit, but I found it small and average - been to bigger and better science centers - does bring in interesting visiting exhibits - wouldn't buy a membership or go out of my way to visit More

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98 reviews 98 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Get your hands on science - see how things work, pull, push, shake and watch what happens! See the kids learning & exploring and do it along with them. This place is great. More

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Mountain Top, PA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

This Science Center has something for everyone. My family really enjoyed the model train exhibit, the tornado chaser IMAX movie and the robotics exhibit. The food in the cafeteria was pretty good by museum standards. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

wonderful place for both children and adults, even has a real submarine! More

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Loveland, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

We enjoyed our time spent at the Carnegie Science Center. We took our 12 year old daughter and my brother-in-law who is developmentally handicapped age 58. They had a very good time especially with the air pressure activities. My daughter also enjoyed riding the bike up in the air and the activities in the other building. You need at least... More

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Grove City, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

A place to find something for each of the kids. Train exhibit is a big favorite. It's huge and has sections for each season. Very professionally done. More

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Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

One of the best science centers in the country. Fun and educational for all ages. More

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