You know it’s touristy because the facade looks like someone ripped a mansion out of the ground and turned it upside down. But the inverted motif doesn’t continue beyond its doors. Instead, you get about 100 hands-on curiosity exhibits not unlike what you’d find at a science museum or an arcade—cubicles simulating earthquakes and hurricanes, a bubble-making area, a kiosk where you can use Google Earth to find your house, lots of posters of optical illusions—all decently maintained and cheerful. Bring Purell because exhibits get smeary. Also bring your patience to combat field-trip swarms, and carry lots of cash, because there’s a slate of add-ons like a ropes course, a “4D” simulator chair, and an arcade, none of which are included in admission. Adults may find it cheesy but young kids love it, especially if they have a nascent interest in science—then again, they have no concept of the value of your hard-earned dollar. It’s mostly for rainy days.
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WonderWorks
9067 International Dr. , Orlando
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Daily 10am–10pm (Sat until 11pm)
Phone
407/351-8800
Prices
$35 adults, $25 seniors 60+ and kids 4–12; $2 discount for advance online purchase and $20 discount for entry 7–8:30pm. Extra charges for laser tag, ropes course (closed-toe shoes required), motion-simulator ride, games. Parking $5 for first 2 hrs
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9067 International Dr. Orlando OrlandoNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.