California Science Center
12 expert reviews
“There is nothing quite like that first moment you walk into the room that houses the Space Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center.”
– Afar Magazine
Fodor's
"You're bound to see excited kids running up to the dozens of interactive exhibits here that illustrate the relevance of science to everyday life, from bacteria to airplanes." Full review
Time Out
"A fusion of two longstanding prior facilities, the California Science Center opened in 1998 in a bright, airy building directly in front of the Rose Garden in Exposition Park." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Come for the exhibits and high-wire bicycle acts."
Travel + Leisure
"This hands-on science and technology museum is a blast for curious young minds." Full review
Time Out
"In 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter unearthed an ancient Egyptian discovery that we’re still talking about and learning from 100 years later.
To celebrate the upcoming..." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The largest and oldest institution of its kind in the western US, this facility-formerly the California Museum of Science and Industry-presents a variety of educational exhibits." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The California Science Center has some fantastic rotating exhibits and equally interesting permanent displays." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
20.0
"A world of fun and exploration await kids, as well as curious adults...an IMAX theater is also on-site. Recent visitors say the center is wonderful, lots of fun and especially great for kids." Full review
Frommer's
"Using high-tech sleight of hand, the center stimulates kids of all ages with questions, answers, and lessons about the world." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A simulated earthquake, baby chicks hatching and a giant techno-doll named Tess bring out the kid in all of us at this multimedia museum with plenty of buttons to push." Full review