Discovery Centre, Halifax

Name: Discovery Centre
Address: 1215 Lower Water St, Halifax, B3J 3S8, Canada
Telephone: +1 902-492-4422

#104 among attractions in Halifax

Museum, Science museum, Children's museum

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Discovery Centre is an interactive science museum in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It is a not-for-profit charitable organization whose mission is to stimulate interest, enjoyment and understanding of science and technology. ()

Established: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 44°38'30"N, 63°34'3"W

Address

1215 Lower Water StSouth EndHalifax B3J 3S8 Canada

Contact

+1 902-492-4422

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Discovery Centre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Old Burying Ground, Pier 21, HMCS Sackville.

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Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
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Cemetery
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Museum, Piers and boardwalks
Pier 21, Halifax
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Ship, Historical place, Boat or ferry
HMCS Sackville, Halifax
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Museum, History museum
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~1550 ftN
Harbor
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~1770 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
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~1880 ftE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Georges Island Lighthouse, Halifax
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0.4 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
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Museum
Discovery Centre, Halifax
11 min walk • Discovery Centre is an interactive science museum in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It is a not-for-profit charitable organization whose mission is to stimulate interest, enjoyment and understanding of science and technology.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Discovery Centre open?

Discovery Centre is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Discovery Centre?

Nearby attractions include Seaport Farmers' Market, Halifax (3 min walk), Statue of Edward Cornwallis, Halifax (5 min walk), Brewery Farmers' Market, Halifax (6 min walk), Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Halifax (6 min walk).

How to get to Discovery Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Discovery Centre:

Train

Halifax (4 min walk)

Bus

8819 - Lower Water St Before Bishop St • Lines: 90 (4 min walk)
Maritime Bus Halifax Station (5 min walk)