Children's Museums
Museum of Science & Innovation - MOSI
📍 4801 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33617🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
About Museum of Science & Innovation - MOSI
Hands-on exhibits on life sciences. Interactive exhibits on biology & earth science, as well as a ropes course & a planetarium. Features a Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon 360° immersive show in the Holloway Digital Dome Theatre, offering a unique audio-visual experience that plays select evenings. Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars by 5,537 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Hands-on exhibits, immersive laser shows, aviation experience, planetarium shows
- Hours
- Daily 10am-5pm
- Membership
- Available
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon 360° immersive show in the Holloway Digital Dome Theatre, offering a unique audio-visual experience that plays select evenings
- Offers Science After Dark, an adults-only after-hours programming with drinks and light bites, extending the museum experience beyond traditional daytime hours
- Features the Above and Beyond aviation experience exhibit, scheduled to run through January 2027, providing an interactive flight simulation component
- Hosts multiple laser light show productions including Pink Floyd, Taylor Swift, Michael Jackson, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, U2, and Rush with multiple show times available throughout 2026
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan to visit the Holloway Digital Dome Theatre in the evening to experience immersive shows like MESMERICA, Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon 360°, or Sounds of the Ocean—these special experiences play select evenings and offer a unique multisensory experience distinct from daytime exhibits.
- Visit during weekday mornings (museum opens at 10am) to experience hands-on STEM exhibits in IDEAZone and interactive displays with shorter wait times, as reviews highlight these as crowd favorites for families with children ages 5-10.
- Budget 4-5 hours for a full visit covering major attractions like the planetarium, IDEAZone, and Butterfly Garden. Arrive early to tackle interactive exhibits first, as they may have limited capacity during peak times.
- Consider membership if visiting more than twice per year—reviews note the admission is 'pricier for the size,' but membership programs can improve value, especially if planetarium shows are included in your visit plans.
- With young children (ages 5-10), prioritize the IDEAZone for hands-on STEM projects and Kids STEAM Workshops. Plan playground time for early morning or late afternoon to avoid the intense midday heat that makes equipment too hot to use.
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