Museums and Science Centers
Science
Rochester Museum & Science Center
Rochester science museum with three hands-on floors plus the Strasenburgh Planetarium's dome star shows and full-dome films next door.
Ages
2–16+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
Three floors of hands-on science plus the Strasenburgh Planetarium next door, which runs star shows and full-dome films on a big tilted dome. Exhibits cover electricity, motion, regional geology and the Seneca and Haudenosaunee history of the area. Younger kids get the How Things Work and Adventure Zone areas where nearly everything can be operated. The planetarium is a separate ticket but is the thing kids remember. A short drive from the Strong, so a Rochester weekend can be built entirely indoors in February.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission; planetarium shows ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Rochester Museum & Science Center cost?
- Admission to Rochester Museum & Science Center is paid. Paid admission; planetarium shows ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
- What ages is Rochester Museum & Science Center good for?
- Rochester Museum & Science Center is best for kids ages 2 to 16+.
- Is Rochester Museum & Science Center stroller friendly?
- Yes, Rochester Museum & Science Center is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Rochester Museum & Science Center?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Rochester Museum & Science Center.
- How hard is Rochester Museum & Science Center?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Rochester Museum & Science Center free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Rochester Museum & Science Center. Paid admission; planetarium shows ticketed separately, check current rates (verify)
- What should I bring to Rochester Museum & Science Center?
- Comfortable shoes, layers for the planetarium
- How long does Rochester Museum & Science Center take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Rochester Museum & Science Center.
- When is the best time to visit Rochester Museum & Science Center?
- Year-round. Check planetarium show times before you arrive.
- Is there parking at Rochester Museum & Science Center?
- Free on-site lot off East Ave shared with the planetarium