Museum of Discovery and Science Tours and Activities

Located in the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment district, the Museum of Discovery and Science is a great place for families to spend a leisurely afternoon. Indeed, anyone with an interest in how the universe works will enjoy visiting this imaginative and innovative museum.Covering 7,900-square metres, the museum is split into two distinct areas and contains hundreds of interactive experiments and exhibits as well as displays on local flora and fauna.Before you head off exploring, set your watch to the Great Gravity Clock, a kinetic-energy sculpture located at the entrance. This colourful timepiece is one of only three in the world and focal point of the museum.Make your way to the Eco Discovery Center on the first floor and check out the playful North American river otters as they hunt and chase and chat to one another. Learn about the unique ecosystem of the everglades which supports a variety of wildlife. As you wander around, keep a special eye out for bats, turtles, tarantulas and a 12-foot snake.On the second floor, budding astronauts will get a thrill from the Runways to Rockets exhibit. Covering a range of topics from space exploration to astronomy, this exhibit gives little ones an idea of their place in the universe. Adults can join in too and learn all about aviation technology. Climb into the cockpit and take control of a jet fighter. Pull on a pair of wings and attempt to fly through a wind tunnel, or strap yourself into the captain’s seat and simulate flying an aeroplane.Gain a greater understanding of the science behind sound in the Sounds display, or discover the power and strength of the human body in the Choose Health exhibit. This pioneering section of the museum educates visitors about important advances in modern medical science and technology. Here you can learn about robotic surgery, check out the interior of an ambulance and even test drive a DUI simulator.Older children will get a real kick out of the 3D IMAX cinema which shows a diverse range of films from Hollywood blockbusters to nature and science documentaries.This is the perfect spot to escape the sun or hide from the rain. As there is so much to see and do, it’s a good idea to plan on spending the best part of a day here, so you don’t miss out on anything and no one goes home disappointed.