The Franklin Institute
Science Museum
Logan Square, Philadelphia
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"Must check out the electricity exhibit and the giant heart!"(10 Tips)
"The Jurassic World special exhibit was super cool!"(7 Tips)
"The old planetarium is very nice"(6 Tips)
"Everything great, especially science after hours, check it out"(3 Tips)
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Markus TarjamoDecember 8, 2015A very interesting museum that provides a great experience to folks of all ages!
Kristina GrimmJuly 17, 2013They need to revamp a lot of the exhibits. Kids break things easily and it was quite disappointing. The imax theatre was cool and so was the swag shop
Sara TaylorJanuary 21, 2017Buy your tickets in advance online so you don't have to wait in the giant line
Chad FinchMay 21, 2012The traveling exhibits are very nice. However, the "museum" has long since sold out to the "entertain my children" crowd and is no more educational than a McDonalds play land.
Campbell BirdJanuary 23, 2017If the Jurassic Park exhibit is still there, please go. It's incredible.
Brett KemperMarch 26, 2014This museum has a lot of great exhibits, however, avoid going during school hours or you'll be surrounded by screaming kids
Everything great, especially science after hours, check it out
Tiffany AbbeyNovember 23, 2012Great for kids!! Not your typical museum and cleaner than children's museums I've been to.
Davneet KohliFebruary 18, 2015Lines can be long. Buy tickets online instead. Membership for 2 ppl is only $75 for the year.
Luke O'NeillMarch 16, 2015Science after dark was wayyy more popular than I would have thought, which is was a pleasant surprise.
Despite being filled with obnoxious camp groups in the summer, it's still a blast.
RCSeptember 27, 2015I grew up going here. Your kids will like it if you can get them off their iPads.
WorldStridesApril 5, 2011Explore Franklin Institute, the museum that pioneered “hands-on” science with exhibits including Railroad Hall, Aviation Hall, Exploration Hall, Cyberzone, Wonderland of Science, and an IMAX theatre.
Kevin HaughwoutJanuary 6, 2016Even as I grow older, the giant heart never gets old (it just feels smaller!)
Hamid AliMay 21, 2023Pakistani Wedding in the Franklin Institute! THIS IS FREEDOM AND LIBERTY, BABY!!! #FranklinInstitute
The Transit NavigatorAugust 15, 2011If you like science, you'll be impressed with the awesome exhibits, demonstrations, and other things you'll see!
Clementine MottolaDecember 28, 2012An extra three dollars a ticket to buy online &/or over the phone, plus another three dollars service charge. Lines are extremely long but move extremely quickly!
The bathrooms in the Franklin are kinda gross and need to be cleaned better. The men's bathroom floor was completely sticky and it smelled. Very unfortunate for a cool place with excellent exhibits.
Weston ChambersApril 1, 2015Museum, interesting, fun for all ages, after hours monthly adult parties
Stephen PelusoOctober 13, 2016The worst part about the Franklin Institute is that there's too much to see and do in one trip. If your going i recommend catching a train or an Uber to avoid the terrible city parking.- Clementine MottolaDecember 28, 2012Employees were all really friendly & helpful. Very knowledgeable about everything!
NBC PhiladelphiaAugust 5, 2011On January 1, 1934, The Franklin Institute Science Museum opened to the public, making it one of the first hands-on science museums in the United States. Read more
Pennsylvania's most-visited museum, The Franklin Institute is one of 55+ orgs in the inaugural Philadelphia Science Festival (April 15-28, 2011). Check philasciencefest.org for a list of their events. Read more
NBC PoliticsJune 14, 2012Mitt Romney addressed the Tri-State Tea Party Caucus at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on April 16, 2012. http://NBCpolitics.com
Sara VisomirskiFebruary 16, 2010Went here a TON as a kid-- now want to take my kids there! I'll never forget the 'smell' of the enormous heart that you walk through to learn about aortas and ventricles.
With the Cleopatra Hotel Package, you get an overnight stay plus untimed tickets for two to the Cleo exhibition at the Franklin Institute.
Alex MurphyMarch 20, 2013Try going on a weekday or late afternoon. More kids = more noise and germs.
Clint McGuireJune 15, 2011If you don't walk through the heart or get a pic of the Franklin statue, you need to go back.
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- 6.9
"Technically an OMNIMAX theater as its humongous screen is dome shaped and angled 30° toward the audience. Originally meant for 45 min documentaries, so you may need some Advil for theatrical movies."
Edwin Wee - 7.4
"What's not to love about this place? I do miss the big projector from when I was a kid. It was iconic."
DJ Kiltboy - 7.3
"Will definitely begin to treat my heart well-- exercise, low fat diet, limit alcoholic beverages!"
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- 8.8
"Everything is amazing here. From the huge dinosaur bones to the butterfly room and the massive rock of quartz, this place is great. A wonderful atmosphere for kids and adults alike."
Conner Watson - 8.6
"This was the coolest museum ever. The exhibits were awesome! As someone with a healthcare background, I loved it!"
Christine S - 8.9
"An amazing place for children! Train,bus,supermarket, Alice in wonderland, Carousel, planets and many more! I enjoyed everything to the fullest!"
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- 9.3
"God bless the Amish vendors. They make this place so great. The local farmer bring in raw milk which can be hard to find. The produce is so good and cheap as well. You can't go wrong here."
RC - 9.3
"Fantastic museum - you could easily spend a full day or so here. The modern European collection of impressionists was breathtaking..."
Dave Richard - 8.6
"Great views of the city, a nice way to cool off, and a good place to achieve zen after dark."
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