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The Discovery

Tourist attraction

4.7(2223 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 8 p.m.
The Discovery

About

Interactive science museum. Science & technology museum presenting interactive exhibits & temporary exhibitions.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at The Discovery:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    490 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501, United States
  • 📞
    Phone
    (775) 786-1000
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:10 a.m.–8 p.m.
    Thursday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Sunday:12–5 p.m.

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts
  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair-accessible washroom: Has wheelchair-accessible washroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Gender-neutral washroom: Has gender-neutral washroom
  • Washroom: Has washroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: LGBTQ+ friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • Paid street parking: Paid street parking

Nearby

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