About OMSI
OMSI offers a unique blend of interactive science exhibits, engaging hands-on activities, and special events like the Lego dinosaur exhibit, making it a fun and educational destination for families.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for educational and fun activitiesParents wanting to engage their children in science and creativityLocal residents and visitors alikeBest suited for children aged 5-12, with activities that cater to various interestsAdults can also enjoy the exhibits, especially with friends
Why families love it
- Lego dinosaur exhibit by Brickman is a standout attraction
- Hands-on science puzzles and Chem lab are engaging for kids
- Submarine tour is highly recommended
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Interactive science stations
- Diverse exhibits including the planetarium and laser shows
Insider tips
- Consider purchasing a membership if visiting more than twice a year for cost savings
- Plan to visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds
- Check the schedule for special events and exhibits
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak holiday times when crowds may be overwhelming
- Relying on the gift shop for reasonably priced souvenirs
- Inadequate layout for observing exhibits
- Rude staff member at the submarine tour ticket area
- Gift shop prices are considered excessively high
- Crowds
- Can get busy during holiday seasons and weekends; visiting during weekdays may be quieter
- Value
- Memberships are recommended for frequent visitors, providing significant savings on admission. No specific pricing mentioned, but membership offers better value for regular attendees.
- Food
- Food options available at the Theory restaurant, which received positive feedback
- Accessibility
- Accommodations for service animals noted, but no specific details on other special needs services
- Safety
- No specific safety measures mentioned in reviews
What parents say
"Super fun, especially for kids. Although I enjoyed acting like a kid building various things in different stations and experiencing the Lego dinosaur exhibit by brickman. And they were very accommodating and hassle-free for my service animal to accommodate me. The staff was polite. I would say if you are an adult you probably want to come with some friends and definitely ring the kids."
a month ago
"OMSI is amazing, I've been going here for 20+ years and I love it every time. Today I went to the lego brickman dinosaur jurassic world experience and it was spectacular. I recommend getting a membership it makes everything way cheaper and it's a great place. Soo much to see and do it's wonderful."
2 weeks ago
"The layout inside of the areas to observe could have been done differently. I was really shocked that there was no underwater science section. The Chem lab was very cool! The my lil one enjoyed the hands on stations! The submarine tour was very interesting! The lady who you show your tickets to for the sub tour was extremely rude. I actually witnessed her saying to a man hello hello over here, hello. And she was rude to me as well. She needs to take a class on professionalism and customer service! The theory restaurant had good food!"
3 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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