Science Center of Iowa
Event venue
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM
About
Hands-on exhibits, IMAX theater & more. Science-focused interactive galleries & learning labs plus a planetarium & IMAX cinema.
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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 Science Center of Iowa:
- 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
- Address401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
- 📞Phone(515) 274-6868
- 🕒HoursMonday:ClosedTuesday:ClosedWednesday:9 AM–4 PMThursday:9 AM–4 PMFriday:9 AM–4 PMSaturday:9 AM–4 PMSunday:9 AM–4 PM
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 restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Gift shop: Has gift shop
Amenities
- Cafe: Has cafe
- Offers tours: Offers tours
- Restroom: Has restroom
- Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi
- Restaurant: No restaurant
Children
- Good for kids: Good for kids
- Kid-friendly activities: Has kid-friendly activities
- Nursing room: Has nursing room
Parking
- On-site parking: On-site parking
- Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage
Nearby
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