The Franklin Institute

About

Explore giant hearts, space, and even party at science after hours.

Why go

• Hands on science fun
• Reliving childhood
• Healed my inner child

Must try

• Walk through a giant heart
• Explore your spaceship
• Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition
• Fels Planetarium
• Climb through a giant jungle gym nervous system

Pro tips

• Go to the planetarium early or you may not get in
• Hit the SportsZone early or you will spend a lot of time in lines
• Plan ahead when it comes to parking
• Check out 'Science After Hours' for 21+ nightlife
• Check out '2nd Thursdays' for 18+ evening events

Good to know

• Many exhibits were broken or didn't work correctly

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (13510 reviews)

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