Museum of Discovery and Science

Explore hundreds of interactive science exhibits, ride the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center, dig for fossils, enjoy river otters, pilot 9 cockpit simulators, and see exciting science demonstrations.

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    (954) 467-6637

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    mods.org/home.htm

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Address

401 SW 2nd St (at SW 5th Ave) Fort Lauderdale , FL 33312 United States

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Miami.com

Discover the worlds of sharks, bats, dinosaurs and other reptiles. View the largest living Atlantic coral reef in captivity. Wander along a vast nature trail and learn about Florida's Everglades . Read more

Michael Worley

The best science museum in the South. The aquarium and storm exhibits are a must. They still have the Mars rover simulator and the KaleidoVision, which have been there for over twenty years!

The Ritz-Carlton

The Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science features an IMAX Theater that transforms your visit into a “real life” journey through the world of science.

Miami.com

Hungry? Grab lunch at the Subway Cafe , or stock up on concession snacks to keep you refreshed while experience both educational and full-length feature films in the five-story high IMAX Theater . Read more

Loni French

Huge, beautiful, well kept children’s museum for all ages. Dedicated toddler area (up to age 6) is great. Numerous exhibits , IMAX included with ticket. Could spend the whole day here easily.

N V

Museum of Discovery and Science 7 miles to the south of Smile Design Dental of Fort Lauderdale

Whitney Lopez

So many of my childhood memories were made at this place! We lived 30 mins north, but still had a membership to come and go freely as we liked!

Stephanie

Right now under construction so some exhibits are closed for remodeling but they give free passes to come back. Expected completion Nov. 2011 with lots of new exhibits . Still awesome with lots to do!

Pavel Sapozhnikov

Great way to kill time if weather is shitty in FL. Fun for kids under 10 y.o. Everyone loves the otters .

Andy Ryan

Fun space exhibit , including an opportunity to make and launch "Stomp Rockets"

VisitLauderdale

From Everglades exhibits to outer space exploration, the Museum of Discovery & Science is filled with hands on fun for the entire family!

Hannah Smith

The otters are the best part, but all the creatures here seem a little sad and need more room. Otherwise my boyfriend loved the airplane exhibits but the place really needs to be cleaned . :/

Petr Klika

Free entrance every 1st weekend of the month for bank of america card holders!

Алексей Зеленин

American style museum . A lot of fun, not so official.

Domma

Museum has come a very long way the place looks amazing! So much fun for kids and adults...

Tatiana V

Everglades ride is really fun. $5 parking in the place localized in the east to the museum

Elena S.

If you have a group or can get in on one, join in on a Museum Camp In! Our GS Troop had so much fun, they're begging for another one.

Jeff Hafner

Everything is fun! Love the otters the most!

Kevin Patterson

The kids always have a blast here, just as I did as a kid. Fun exhibits .

Natacha Lee

My kids really love this museum .

VisitLauderdale

Explore the universe with the interactive exhibit “Runways to Rockets: Our Place in Aerospace”

Drew Richards

Best place to come chill and appreciate technology and nature. Never to old to discover!

Gina Lee

Its an awesome museum and I love the animals!

VisitLauderdale

Become a paleontologist for the day and dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon.

Greater Good Alliance

Have you seen the new EcoDiscovery center expansion? It's now double the size! Oh, and they have otters . Yeah, otters .

Holly Jackson-Bunn

Ride the Mars Rover and the Everglades Airboat simulator for an awesome experience

VisitLauderdale

Don’t forget to use the self-service meter by folding & inserting the $3 parking coupon with your dollar bills into your numbered slot.

M. Silver Associates

If you are in town with kids, this could be a nice place to visit...Adults would enjoy it too :)

jon jon

Great place for kids. Will go nack

Claw- Di-ah

Make sure you bring cash for the extra rides

Heather Landstrom

Don't forget to bring your certificate for a free Teacher Membership!

Maria Isabel Gil

The shows at the Science Theater are excellent!

Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Great Place to take the family, fun and educational !

Victor Botezan

One word: Awesome.

Jody Cohen

Always enjoy coming here with the kids

Dana Brooksher

Come here with my summer camp every year, and this time had a terrible experience. The staff was so rude, and treated our camp like crap. Hopefully we won't be doing business with them anymore.

Dora

This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Ed Roberts

Free admission 1st weekend of every w/ Bank of America card.

Teo

Nice places

Hat Hat

Cute otters .

Charlie Garcia

Great day trip for kids

Hat Hat

Otters playing in water

Nicole Karni

It's always best to come when the kids are in school!

John D Saunders

Great place for kids!

Hat Hat

Otters were active and playful today.

sarid karnsri

Great place to visit..

Heather Landstrom

Design Nation competition today and tomorrow!

Eric Duchin

Bank of america card holders get in free

Angela Sarango

I just got a free poster!!!!

Andrew Ivins

Skip the otters they are always sleeping. Gay.

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I've been coming to this place since I was a young child going to the MODS with my mom. This park is one of Ft. Lauderdale's hidden gems. Take a stroll on the New River after your trip to the theater. - Michael Worley

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