Fun Things to do in Orlando, FL Beyond Disney

By: Helen Polaski

The Orlando Science Center and Dr. Phillips CineDome are Orlando, FL attractions filled with fun, adventure, and learning opportunities.

Dr. Phillips Cinemdome
Explore the leaf of a tree from the inside or experience a trip through the Grand Canyon in the world's largest domed theater with its 28,000 watts of digital sound.

Crosby Observatory
View and marvel at the sky at night or the sun during the day. Use Florida's largest telescope, enjoy one of the other special Science Center telescopes at hand or bring your own. Astronomers from the Science Center are there to answer questions and contribute to the fun.

Kids Town
Interactive and dedicated to the youngest adventurers, Kids Town sets aside special days for its most special visitors. Its theme changes throughout the year, but is always geared to the interest and capabilities of the youngest.

Orlando Vacation Science Camp
The Orlando Science Center welcomes school field trips from around the country.

The Center insists that it has science field trips "down to a science." An educators' guide includes science fairs and competitions, traveling exhibits, giant screen films, workshops and off-site programs that link to current science classroom curriculum.

The Science Center has educators who work with groups from planning to "good bye" activities to assure these field trips are fruitful and fun.

Have a Party
The Science Center accommodates children's birthday parties, large corporate events and everything in between. These groups are welcomed to enjoy all the facilities of the Science center during their visit.

Fees and Programs
The daily fee is nominal ($12.00 for adults) and includes most activities and exhibits. Group rates and special arrangements are made through the Science Center staff at info@osc.org.

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