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Science Museum Admission

We recommend all Science Museum guests—including members—reserve admission tickets in advance.

Find ticket pricing and purchase options below. Questions? Call us at 804.864.1400.

General Admission Tickets

Guests who purchase general admission tickets online before their visit will receive a $1 discount on each ticket purchased. The discount will be applied to the cart total at checkout.

Find ticket pricing and a link to purchase your tickets below. Questions? Call us at 804.864.1400.

  • General Admission Tickets

    Members
    Included
    Adults (13-59)
    $18.50
    Senior (60+)
    $15.50
    Youth (6-12)
    $15.50
    Preschool (3-5)
    $11.00
    Children 2 and younger
    Free
    Reserve Admission Ticket

  • General Admission + Dome Pricing

    See a Dome feature during your visit! After purchasing a general admission ticket, you will have the option to upgrade your visit to include a Dome feature for only an additional $5.00.

    See what's playing during your visit on our schedule page.

    Members
    $5 or Dome pass
    Adults (13–59)
    $23.50
    Seniors (60+)
    $20.50
    Youth (6–12)
    $20.50
    Preschool (3–5)
    $16
    Children 2 and younger
    Free
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Museums for All

The Science Museum offers reduced admission rates for EBT cardholders through the Museums for All initiative. Learn more about the accessibility offering.

  • Explore Museums for All Admission Pricing

    Museums for All must be purchased in person at Guest Services by showing proof of assistance.

    Museums for All Members
    Included
    Adult (13-59)
    $2
    Senior (60+)
    $1
    Youth (6-12)
    $1
    Preschool (3-5)
    $1
    Children 2 and younger
    Free

  • Explore Museums For All Admission + Dome Pricing

    Museums for All must be purchased in person at Guest Services by showing proof of assistance.

    Museums for All Members
    $1 or Dome pass
    Adult (13-59)
    $3
    Senior (60+)
    $2
    Youth (6-12)
    $2
    Preschool (3-5)
    $2
    Children 2 and younger
    Free

ASTC Reciprocal Memberships

If you are a member of a science center or museum participating in the ASTC Travel Passport Program, you get free general admission to the Science Museum. Show your membership card at Guest Services to redeem the offer. ASTC reciprocal visits are valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children in the household under 18.

Dome features and select touring exhibitions require an additional ticket and are not included in the ASTC Travel Passport Program.

Visit astc.org to learn more about the ASTC Passport program and see if your home institution participates.


Please note: general admission, Dome and touring exhibition tickets are not transferable and may not be resold. Prices are subject to change at any time without notice.

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Photography

Photography is frequently taken at the Science Museum for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to appear in these images, please notify Guest Services upon arrival.

Teachers and Military

Teachers as well as active duty military, retired military and veterans receive free general admission everyday. Guests must provide a valid ID in person to Guest Services to receive this discount. Free admission excludes special events, Dome features and select touring exhibitions. 

Accessibility

The Science Museum is focusing on eliminating obstacles–financial and other–to ensure the broadest cross section of the community has access to our resources. Click here to learn more about assistive technology and other services.

Discount Days

Explore our upcoming discounted admission days to save on your visit!

  • September 23
  • October 10
  • November 8

Visit our Things to Do page to explore events and other $10 Days.