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Groups & Field Trips

Welcome back to your Science Center.

To our guests, members and donors, learn about how you can Explore Safe here.

Aha Moments + Awe-Inspiring Add-Ons = Lasting Memories.
What a perfect formula.

When you bring at least 10, and up to 25, people to the Saint Louis Science Center, you save on featured experiences like OMNIMAX® Theater films, McDonnell Planetarium shows, special exhibitions and so much more.

The Science Center is the perfect place to bring your group. From schools and youth organizations to senior and tour groups, there’s a lightbulb moment waiting for everyone. So why wait?

Stronger bonds start here.

Group Visit Request Form


Or contact Group Sales at 1.314.289.4424

Here are some new guidelines for groups at the Saint Louis Science Center.
  • Groups are still welcomed at the Science Center.
  • Groups will be required to make an advanced reservation by contacting our Group Sales line at 1.314.289.4424 or by filling out our form.
  • Walk up groups will not be guaranteed entry into the Science Center.
  • Groups will be subject to all required guest policies regarding COVID-19. Please read how you can visit the Science Center and Explore Safe.
  • Group sizes will be limited to city guidelines, which is currently 25.
  • Groups can make reservations for larger numbers for future dates, but may be forced to change or cancel the reservation based on city guidelines at the time.

OMNIMAX® Theater

Group Pricing

  • Adults: $8.00
  • Children: $8.00
  • Seniors: $8.00
  • School Groups: $6.00

Book your group’s tickets to the immersive OMNIMAX® Theater, now powered by IMAX with Laser. Enjoy a new digital projection system, laser-aligned surround sound and more.

At the OMNIMAX, don’t just watch a movie. Be part of one.

Learn more about the Omnimax® Theater

McDonnell Planetarium

Group Pricing

  • Adults (13-59): $5.00
  • Children (2-12): $5.00
  • Seniors (60+): $5.00

Pair your star show with an OMNIMAX® Theater film or Special Exhibition.

Learn more about the McDonnell Planetarium

Discovery Room

Closed until further notice

Learn more about the Discovery Room

Vouchers

Looking for an excellent employee reward, holiday gift or conference attendee giveaway? The Science Center offers discounted voucher purchases to the OMNIMAX, Planetarium, and select Special Exhibitions. Omnimax vouchers are good for any of our regularly scheduled films (not valid on special screenings, special events or full-length feature films). For details and pricing, contact Group Sales at 1.314.289.4424, or email us

Promo Codes

Can’t do a coordinated group visit to the Science Center? No problem. The Science Center offers the chance to set up a promo code for discounted individual purchases for Omnimax, Planetarium, or Special Exhibition tickets*. Have your school, company, or organization’s district office, HR department, or Marketing team inquire about setting up a special discount for your group. For more information, contact our Group Visits team by phone at 1.314.289.4424, or email us.

*Some restrictions apply. Promo code requests may require a minimum guaranteed distribution for eligibility.
GROW Guided Tours

Take a guided tour of the Science Center’s indoor-outdoor agricultural exhibit, GROW. Learn about the science behind the food we eat and what’s growing in our gardens, and then chat with the Science Center’s resident chickens. GROW Guided Tours start at $150 for a 45-minute tour for up to 25 people, or $175 for up to 50 people. Book a tour with our Group Visits team at 1.314.289.4424 or email us.

Feeling hungry?

Order from our Group Menus for your group’s visit.

Educator Discount

Thinking of bringing your class to see an OMNIMAX® Theater documentary film, McDonnell Planetarium star show, or Special Exhibition?

Get a preview by bringing a valid Educator ID to the Science Center box office to receive one discounted ticket. Save your receipt, then get one extra complimentary ticket for yourself when you reserve tickets to bring your group.

Some restrictions apply. Learn more about our Group Policies.

Group leaders love the Science Center.

Plan Ahead

All groups should also be aware of our Group Policies, and should print, fill out out and bring our Group Policies Acknowledgement form. For more information, contact Group Visits by phone at 1.314.289.4424, or at groupvisits@slsc.org.

Group Visit Request Form

Education Programs and Packages

Group Menus

Group Policies