I recently won the Regional Science Fair competition, and the State competition was held here, at the science center. Basically, during the times when we were not interviewed, we were allowed to... More

I recently won the Regional Science Fair competition, and the State competition was held here, at the science center. Basically, during the times when we were not interviewed, we were allowed to stroll through the rose gardens and through the science museum. I have been here a number of times, including when they held the Body Worlds exhibit with my biology class. They never fail to capture my interest and I always leave thinking about the next time I come here. I would definitely recommend this place, especially when they have special exhibits on display for a limited time.
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The California Science Center is essentially the GREATEST hot spot in the SoCal to have a great time while at the same time learning quite a bit. The Science Center itself is exceptionally... More

The California Science Center is essentially the GREATEST hot spot in the SoCal to have a great time while at the same time learning quite a bit. The Science Center itself is exceptionally enthralling in how fun it makes learning otherwise drab subjects. Also, lets not forget the Imax Theatre! The shear experience of seeing an a video of that magnitude ITSELF makes coming a worthwhile experience, but why not add to that the fact that you're watching video FILMED for the big screen, as opposed to going to everyday theatres that simply blow up a low resolution set of film. Either way, you can't stay in the SoCal without coming at least once.
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The California Science Museum is a nice place to take your kids as they get older. The have hands-on learning as well as periodic exhibitions. You can also become a member and make regular vists to... More

The California Science Museum is a nice place to take your kids as they get older. The have hands-on learning as well as periodic exhibitions. You can also become a member and make regular vists to save on entrance fees. The last time I was there I saw "Body Worlds", where over 200 real bodies were on display using a new scientific method od preserving bodies without the usual stinky smells. I saw sectionals of bodies, organs, muscles, blood vessels, fetus, old and young people, etc. This description just doesn't give it justice as it is overwhelming to see such precision upclose. This particular exhibition brought tons of crowds, but I thought the museum did a good job of monitoring how many people can go in at any given time. They also have a decent food court onsite. Parking costs $6-8.
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I love taking my daughter to the California Science Center. I always try to take her places where she will learn new things and this place is one of my favorites. One thing is that it is free so... More

I love taking my daughter to the California Science Center. I always try to take her places where she will learn new things and this place is one of my favorites. One thing is that it is free so it doesn't cost me anything to take my daughter there. And for another, it inspires her opens up her mind to the world of science.
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The California Science Center is really a neat place to go for the whole family. They have so many interesting exhibits available that are both fun and educational for kids and adults alike. I... More

The California Science Center is really a neat place to go for the whole family. They have so many interesting exhibits available that are both fun and educational for kids and adults alike. I particulary like their high wire bicycle that anyone is free to try out. It is awesome to try it and be up there on that wire.
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hey i love the science center. when i was small i use to go here a lot with my school. this place is beautiful i tell ya. there a big park outside where you can sit and eat food. its a wonderful... More

hey i love the science center. when i was small i use to go here a lot with my school. this place is beautiful i tell ya. there a big park outside where you can sit and eat food. its a wonderful place to reax and the science center is amazing. there so many things in there you never knew about. they also had this glow in the dark store where i usualy come in and buy my super cool glow in the dark stuff!! you should realy drop by and give this place a try
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The California Science Center does have a good location, being right by USC (I know, not always considered to be the best area but the California Science Center is safe). There are many other... More

The California Science Center does have a good location, being right by USC (I know, not always considered to be the best area but the California Science Center is safe). There are many other touristy things to do in the area. The science center itself has an array of exhibits which vary so make sure to call ahead of time to see what is currently on display. They always have a dearth of hands on exhibits which children love. The museum is a great place for kids, and while it is no Smithsonian (sorry, Im from Washington, DC) it is a great place to spend a couple of hours with kids. Fun, entertainment, and educational!!
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I'm sure you can read about current expositions online, so why don't I tell you what you can find around the Center. Just north of Exposition Park is USC, which has also been the scene of numerous... More

I'm sure you can read about current expositions online, so why don't I tell you what you can find around the Center. Just north of Exposition Park is USC, which has also been the scene of numerous location shoots. I go to USC and I love that it's located right next to Science Museum. The rose garden around the area is relaxing and wonderful. Bunch of large aircraft propped up around the Center look futuristic and cool. The patio in front of the Science Center is also photogenic. As for insides, Science Plaza, ExploraStore and Discovery Rooms will surely entertain your kids and give you a day, full of joy and wonders.
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The California Science Center is a great place to view science related subjects in the past. The science center also has the IMAX theater where you can watch movies about other science topics. ... More

The California Science Center is a great place to view science related subjects in the past. The science center also has the IMAX theater where you can watch movies about other science topics. There are several activities at the science center such as the artificial rock climbing wall. There is also a McDonald's inside the science center in case you get hungry.
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This place is so neat! There's tons of stuff for kids to do and play with. So many hands on things that are educational and interesting. They have the normal plaques that explain what's going on,... More

This place is so neat! There's tons of stuff for kids to do and play with. So many hands on things that are educational and interesting. They have the normal plaques that explain what's going on, but kids aren't usually interested in hanging out and reading them, so you might want to take the time to pull your kid aside and explain to them what is going on. The place does tours also. And there's a bike on a highwire that you can ride for a few dollars and they take your picture on it and everything. It's scary but fun! There's also an IMAX right next door. I highly recommend going to this place!
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