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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

4.4(1.2K)google
3.5(38)yelp
Adult $18·Child(3-12y) $14·Senior(60+) $16·Student $16·Child(under 2) FreeUSD(This is a hands-on science center (categorized as beaches in source error); digital dome theater features incur separate upcharges)
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Overview

Located in the heart of downtown Mobile, the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center is a dynamic, hands-on science wonderland designed to ignite curiosity and foster lifelong learning across all generations. The facility features over 150 interactive and engaging exhibits spread across specialized galleries, focusing on topics like human biology, physical forces, and environmental sustainability. A major highlight is the state-of-the-art PCI Digital Dome Theater, delivering breathtakingly immersive giant-screen science and nature documentaries that surround the audience completely. With its cutting-edge chemistry labs and highly imaginative early childhood learning spaces, it provides an exceptional, inspiring destination for educational family fun.

Practical Info

65 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602, USA
MonClosed
Tue–Sat10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SunClosed
Suggested DurationAbout 2-3 hours
Best TimeYear-round and highly popular for families. Visiting on weekday afternoons is recommended to avoid morning school field trips, allowing freer access to the interactive exhibits and IMAX theater.
Getting ThereSituated on Government Street in downtown Mobile, right next to the History Museum. Easily accessible on foot; drivers can use the public parking lot directly across the street or street parking.
(251) 208-6893
exploreum.com/

Travel Tips

  • Downtown interactive science center with hundreds of hands-on exhibits
  • Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center - Visitor Tips & Recommendations
  • Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center - Visitor Tips & Recommendations

Reviews

Positive
  • Perfect science-fun blend, water models and wind tunnels captivate kids all afternoon—ideal summer refuge
  • Frequent exhibit updates
Heads up
  • Combo tickets pricey, most exhibits designed for under-12s—not for adult academic visitors

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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center Official Website & TicketingMobile Municipal Public Education & Recreation Platform
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