Fleet Science Center & Kid City: Hands-On Science Discovery Galleries
Visit on your scheduleDec 1 – Feb 28 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Open daily 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Kid City open daily during regular museum hours
Fleet Science Center (Balboa Park)1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 · 1.3 mi approx. from San DiegoDirections
Kid City tailored for ages 0–5; hands-on science exhibits for ages 3–14; stroller accessible
From $25$24.95 adults; $19.95 youth ages 3–12; free for children under 3; includes one Giant Dome show
About this adventure
Boasting over 100 interactive science exhibits in Balboa Park, the Fleet Science Center is a top-tier destination for curious young minds. The second floor features 'Kid City'—a dedicated two-story experiential learning playground designed exclusively for children ages 5 and under, complete with a mini supermarket, conveyor belt ball wall, and toddler soft play. Older kids can test physics experiments, build earthquake-resistant towers, and enjoy spectacular nature documentaries on the Eugene Heikoff Giant Dome Theater screen. The science center is completely climate-controlled, with stroller elevators, quiet nursing pods, and clean family restrooms.
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