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Science WorldvsHR MacMillan Space Centre
Both are rated highly by writers. On balance, Science World scores slightly better than HR MacMillan Space Centre. Science World ranks #7 in Vancouver with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Time Out and Michelin Guide.
Science World
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3Z7, Canada
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Fodor's "This hands-on science center encourages children to participate in interactive exhibits and demonstrations about the natural world, the human body, and other science topics." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The recently revamped science-and-nature showcase has added tons of new exhibition space and a cool outdoor park crammed with hands-on fun." Full review
Time Out "One of the best destinations on a rainy day for kids of all ages and easily accessible by SkyTrain from Downtown." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"An astounding selection of interactive exhibits make it an ideal way to get better acquainted with science." Full review
Afar Magazine "Science World is pretty exciting before you even get inside, thanks to being housed in a super-cool shiny geodesic dome –which changes colours at night and reflects across the water." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The exhibits within this giant, metallic orb contain enough cutting-edge information and technology to keep pint-size budding scientists engaged." Full review
Frommer's "A must visit if you have kids... it certainly is educational, it’s also way more fun than that." Full review
HR MacMillan Space Centre Fodor's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Time Out Michelin Guide Frommer's
1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 3J9, Canada
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Fodor's "The interactive exhibits and high-tech learning systems at this museum include a Virtual Voyages ride, where visitors can take a simulated space journey." Full review
Lonely Planet "Popular with schoolkids – expect to have to elbow them out of the way to push the flashing buttons – this slightly dated science center illuminates the world of space." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In addition to the exhibits, the center features nighttime viewings at the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory." Full review
Time Out "Housed in the same building as the Vancouver Museum, the Space Centre is a small but well thought-out attraction that appeals most to school-age children." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Southam observatory enables visitors to observe the sun, the moon, planets and stars through a giant telescope." Full review
Frommer's "Founded in 1968 and has since offered an exciting program of starry-eyed displays and exhibits, as well as films...exhibits are hands-on and interactive, making this a great place for the kids." Full review
