Ticketed Attractions

A volcano awakens, a city vanishes.
Relive the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the rediscovery of the Roman city of Pompeii with nearly 150 authentic artifacts and engaging interactives.

• Adults (ages 13-59): $22 (M/Th/F) / $24 (SA/SU/HOLIDAYS)
• Children (ages 5-12) $16 (All Days)
• Seniors (ages 60+) $20 (M/Th/F) / $22 (SA/SU/HOLIDAYS)
• Children 4 and under: FREE*
• Members: $15 w/audio guide (All Days)

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At the OMNIMAX – also known as an IMAX Dome® Theater – architecture and technology combine to create experiences that transport you out of the theater to entirely new worlds.

• Adults (ages 13-59): $11.50
• Children (ages 2-12) / Seniors (ages 60+): $9.50
• College Students with ID: $9.50
• Military: $9.50*
• Members: Free based on Membership level*

*Available at our box office only

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Experience the night sky in an all new way at the McDonnell Planetarium. Choose from several star shows throughout the day.

• Adults (ages 13-59): $6
• Children (ages 2-12) / Seniors (ages 60+): $5
• Military: $4*
• Members: Free
• Prices may vary depending on shows.

*Available at our box office only

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See the Star Show Schedule

We have childhood discovery down to a science.

• Members: Free
• 0-11 Months: Free*
• 1 and Up: $6.00

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See the early learning schedule

Preschool Science Series is a program to immerse early learners in playful learning and exploration. Research shows that children grow socially, academically, and emotionally in play-based settings like the Preschool Science Series.

Designed especially for young scientists ages 18 months to 5 years old, sessions are aimed at providing opportunities for little ones and their caregivers to wonder, play and discover together.

• Non-Members: $12
• Members: $10

Learn more about this program and choose your session

It’s time to fly on one of our three innovative flight simulators! Ride alongside a stunt airplane pilot in our Adventure Pod, sit in the Virtual Reality cockpit as you take off in a simulated F-18 Super Hornet, or take the controls yourself with the GFORCE Encounter simulator! Learn to pilot, or sit in as the gunner, as you both engage in an air-to-air combat simulation! The sky’s the limit!

Tickets are available at the Flight Simulator desk in the Planetarium tunnel.

• NEW GFORCE Encounter Simulator: $10 all ages, $9 members
• Adventure Pod: $6 all ages, $5 members
• Virtual Reality Transporter: $8 all ages, $7 members

No advance ticket sales. All guests must be present at the time of purchase. Guests 16 and under require parent or guardian supervision at all times.

Immerse yourself in the music of your favorite artists as their songs come alive in a 360-degree environment of light and sound!

• Non-Members: $13.00
• Members: $11.00

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Relax under the clearest sky in St. Louis! The evening begins with a 15-minute guided Star Show, exploring the current night sky. The lights stay low but the stars stay bright for the 60-minute yoga class that follows. Class is intended to be gentle and beginner-friendly.

• $25.00

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Learn more about Yoga Under The Stars

Gift cards are an excellent way to bring the gift of science to the important people in your life. They demonstrate your commitment to science education, sparking imagination, and just plain FUN! They’re great for birthdays, holidays or any occasion gifts.

Enter an amount between $5 to $50.00. For amounts great than $50 please add multiple gift cards to your cart.

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Gift Cards can only be used for ticketed attractions in the Science Center. It cannot be used for parking, food, or in the gift shops.

Want to buy a gift, for family, a friend or even yourself? Did you forget during your visit to get your souvenir? You can now shop online with us!

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Parking at our Oakland lot at 5050 Oakland Avenue costs $15.

Parking is also available at the McDonnell Planetarium.

Parking is free for members.

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