Admission

We are currently closed due to COVID-19! Check out our virtual programs while we prepare to reopen safely!

Bring a lunch! Discovery Museum has a large food court with windows overlooking the Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum ropes course behind our building. We have a vending machines for beverages, and we sell snacks at the front desk. We encourage guests to bring your own lunch to enjoy during your visit.

The Discovery Museum offers a number of discounts to patrons everyday!

• Present a valid AAA card to receive $1 off admission for everyone in your party for up to 2 adults and 4 children.
• Present a valid AARP card to receive $2 off admission for everyone in your party for up to 2 adults and 4 children.
• Present a valid student ID (age 18+) to receive a discounted admission.
• Present a valid drivers license to receive a senior citizen discount.
• Military, veterans, and special needs chaperones free admission (no purchase needed)
• NEW! Afterschool Discount: Half price admission beginning at 3:00pm, Tuesday through Friday from September to June (may not be combined with any other discounts; not valid on event days; must be purchased at the door)

Any discounted rate requires appropriate ID on museum entry.

Groups of 10 or more, call (203) 372-3521 ext. 127 for more information.

Online admission sales are non-refundable. Please save and present your online order/order number for entry. Gift admission orders will be emailed to you within 3-5 business days.

Don’t forget to add on a media pass for planetarium admission! Media passes are available at the door from 10:00am until 2:45pm.