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Photo 1: A man and two children stand around an interactive science exhibit in a science museum. Photo 2: A sloth hangs from a branch surrounded by greenery. Photo 3: A young woman with safety goggles on stands laughing and watching a flame in a net in front of her. Photo 4: A woman takes a selfie with a life-sized t-rex fossil behind her. Photo 5: Two women and a child touch a clear pipe in a science museum.

Enjoy hands-on science fun and discovery at Orlando Science Center.

Photos by Roberto Gonzalez Photography/Orlando Science Center

Running low on stimulating summer activities, but dreading going out in the heat and humidity?

Skip the sweat at the Orlando Science Center, full of fun, educational, and interactive experiences for the whole family — and always air conditioned.

Discover four floors of hands-on activities and exhibits, including:

Get tickets online

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