About Sci-Port Discovery Center

92,000-sq.-ft. complex with interactive science exhibits, a planetarium & an IMAX dome theater.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Plan for at least 3+ hours for your visit. Multiple reviewers noted spending this duration and still wanting more time, particularly for the multi-story play area and hands-on science exhibits. Consider visiting across multiple days if possible.
• 🕐Visit Wednesday-Friday between 10am-4pm for the best experience with smaller crowds. The venue is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, so plan accordingly.
• 💡The upstairs kids area and multi-story play zone are major highlights that deserve significant time. Young children can spend hours here. This is the best starting point for families with toddlers and preschoolers.
• 💡Check the planetarium movie's age recommendations before attending. Reviews indicate some presentations are adult-oriented and may not hold younger children's attention. Ask staff about age-appropriate film options.
• 💡The venue welcomes very young visitors (reviewers mentioned a 2-year-old having a great time) and staff are described as helpful and engaging. The make-believe play areas (grocery store, bank teller, dress-up zones) are particularly engaging for toddlers and preschoolers.