review of: St. Louis Science Center
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5050 Oakland Ave., St Louis, MO
314-289-4400

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web site:
http://www.stc.org/

category:		major attractions
recommended for:		all ages
cost:		free
keywords:		free, kids, Science, St., learning, Center, omnimax, Louis, planetarium
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The St. Louis Science Center is SUCH a fun and activity packed place for the whole family. If you're traveling through St. Louis or if you live here and are looking for an all day outing for the family, it's well worth your while to spend some time here.

I recently took my girls here and I was amazed at how much it changes every year! We were able to spend 3 hours and the time flew by with us not being able to see even half of what was offered. Most of the activities are free and interactive. There's even a computer room with computer use and internet access being free to the public. We didn't use them but I wittnessed several people of varied ages from 2 years (on what looked like toddler computers) to 70 years who were making use of them. The activities that we enjoyed the most were the hands on - medical activities. There is a part of the Science Center on the first floor where children of all ages can "pretend" to preform an operation and stitch up the "patient" using a scope. We spent most of our time here!

Most activities are free of charge. There is no charge for entering. The only charges are incurred when visiting the Discovery Room during certain scheduled times. The Discovery Room is for children and it costs $3.00. Call ahead for times. The Omnimax is completely breathtaking and well worth the money, if you have time. Shows change during different times of the year so call ahead to see what's playing. Omnimax charges are $8.00 for adults and $7.00 for children.

The Science Center always has different free learning activities planned. Some activities do cost a minimal amount but all prices are listed on thier website. I've yet to see the planetarium but I understand it is something I shouldn't take for granted! I want to be able to take the kids for a camp out under the stars at the planetarium soon!

Again, there is so much to see that you woudn't have to spend a dime and not be able to see or do everything. Parking is even free on the Planetarium side of the Science Center. I'd recommend you get there early if you're going for the free parking. There is also public parking along side the Science Center, however, it costs $6.00 for all day.

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