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Discovery Place
Discovery Place Review
Allow at least two hours for the aquariums, the three-story rain forest, and the IMAX Dome Theater. A ham-radio room, a puppet theater, and plenty of hands-on science experiments are other highlights. Check the schedule for special exhibits.
- Address: 301 N. Tryon St., Uptown, Charlotte, NC | Map It
- Phone: 704/372-6261; 800/935-0553
- Cost: $10
- Hours: Labor Day-May, weekdays 9-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12:30-6; June-Labor Day, Mon.-Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12:30-6
- Website: www.discoveryplace.org
- Location: Charlotte
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