About this site
High-value science museum destination in Philadelphia, added under the full-baseline expansion standard.
Why it made the universeHigh-value Europe/U.S. expansion toward 350
Science & Discovery
The Franklin Institute
Philadelphia · Pennsylvania · United States
USANo ticket recorded39.9582° N · 75.1731° WScience Museum
Visit today
- Opening hours
- Daily visitor hours vary by season; verify official calendar.
- Last entry
- Check the official date-specific schedule; arrive well before closing.
- Time to allow
- 3–4 hours
Tickets & entry
- Tickets
- Use the official visitor/ticket page for current admission or free-entry requirements.
- Price
- Paid admission; planetarium/special exhibitions can be separately ticketed.
Getting there
- Public transport
- Major urban transit/rideshare access available; use the official visitor page for the best current route.
- Parking
- Parking is limited or paid at most urban sites; public transit is recommended where practical.
- Accessibility
- Accessible entrances, elevators, restrooms and sensory/access services available.
Know before you go
- Bags
- Security and bag policies apply; travel light and check current official guidance.
- House rules
- Special exhibitions and live programs can require separate timed entry.
On site
- Food & drink
- On-site or nearby dining is available; follow attraction-specific food and drink rules.
Record status
- Selection
- EXPANSION_ADDED
- Video research
- EXACT-MATCH VERIFIED — CARD READY
Videos & visitor guides
Official attraction videos appear first when verified, followed by exact-match informational travel guides.
Map & location
222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, United States
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