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The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia is a long-established science museum founded to honor Benjamin Franklin. Across three floors of hands-on exhibits, you can explore science from the mysteries of space to the workings of the human body. General admission includes live science shows on liquid nitrogen, combustion, and electricity, as well as astronomy presentations at the Fels Planetarium. With exhibits like the Sports Zone and Wondrous Space, it is also a great destination for families.

Explore Three Floors of
Hands-on Science Exhibits
General admission gives you access to three floors of permanent exhibits at The Franklin Institute, covering topics from the mysteries of space to the human body. Many exhibits are interactive, so you can touch, try, and explore at your own pace.
Watch Live Science Shows and Dissections

Daily live science shows let you see the science of liquid nitrogen, combustion, and electricity up close, and dissection demonstrations are also held. Show and screening schedules change daily, so please check the daily schedule before your visit.
Explore the Night Sky at the Fels Planetarium

At the Fels Planetarium, cutting-edge presentations take you through the night sky and the stories of astronomy. Planetarium shows are included with general admission.
Don't Miss Wondrous Space and the Sports Zone

The multi-sensory Wondrous Space exhibit lets you journey through space, while the Sports Zone lets you step onto the turf and discover the science behind sports.
※ Admission to special exhibitions is not included.
※ Show, screening, and demonstration schedules may change daily.
Meeting point :
The Franklin Institute
222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
Meeting point information:
Go directly to The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, scan your QR code at the entrance, and receive your wristband.
222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA