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New York Hall of Science

Queens hands-on science museum with a build-and-test design lab, a room-size interactive ecosystem, and a preschool zone.

Ages 2–16+
Cost Paid
Duration ~4hrs
Difficulty Easy
Setting Both

A hands-on science museum in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, in a building left over from the 1964 Worlds Fair. Design Lab lets kids build and test structures with real materials and staff who leave them to it. Connected Worlds is a room-size interactive digital ecosystem projected across the walls that children physically change by moving around. Mathematica, Sports Challenge and a preschool Discovery Zone cover a wide age spread. An outdoor Science Playground and rocket park open seasonally. Easy to reach on the 7 train and a solid all-weather New York day out.

Stroller Friendly

Pricing

Paid admission with free hours offered some weeks; check current rates (verify)

Common Questions

How much does New York Hall of Science cost?
Admission to New York Hall of Science is paid. Paid admission with free hours offered some weeks; check current rates (verify)
What ages is New York Hall of Science good for?
New York Hall of Science is best for kids ages 2 to 16+.
Is New York Hall of Science stroller friendly?
Yes, New York Hall of Science is stroller friendly.
Can I bring my dog to New York Hall of Science?
No, dogs are not allowed at New York Hall of Science.
How hard is New York Hall of Science?
The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 4 hours.
Is New York Hall of Science free?
No, there is a cost to visit New York Hall of Science. Paid admission with free hours offered some weeks; check current rates (verify)
What should I bring to New York Hall of Science?
Comfortable shoes, MetroCard or OMNY if taking the 7 train
How long does New York Hall of Science take?
Most families spend about 4 hours at New York Hall of Science.
When is the best time to visit New York Hall of Science?
Year-round. Outdoor Science Playground is seasonal, roughly spring through fall.
Is there parking at New York Hall of Science?
Paid on-site lot off 111th St. The 111 St stop on the 7 train is a short walk.