The Franklin Institute

Discover something new at The Franklin Institute, where kids and parents will laugh and learn together through innovative, explosive, interactive science exhibitions that spark curiosity and creativity. Let your imagination soar when you climb into a fighter jet; get your blood pumping in an exhibition about the science of sports; and take a journey through a giant two-story human heart. From tectonic plates to the starry skies, your family will be inspired to explore the world around you. It all begins at The Franklin Institute — a smart place to have fun.

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Admission to The Franklin Institute:
Philadelphia CityPASS: General admission, including one Fels Planetarium show
Some experiences and exhibits may be temporarily unavailable.

Highlights

Interact with science team members who will roam the galleries offering science insight, curatorial highlights, and deeper exhibit engagement.
Check out hourly Live Science Shows, including Liquid Air Show and Science of Combustion, performed from the PECO Live Science Stage in the Atrium.
Watch live dissections take place in The Giant Heart exhibit, projected on the wall for ease of viewing.
Enjoy 20,000 square feet of outdoor space for casual seating.

Advice for Visitors

Tips

Enhance your visit with live science shows and demonstrations; see details.
For everything you need to know to plan your visit, click here.
Learn about The Franklin Institute's safety guidelines and what to expect on your visit here.

Amenities

Gift Shop: Sci-Store

Visitor Safety

Franklin Institute has safety protocols in place to ensure a safe environment for its guests and staff; learn more on their website.

Best Time to Visit

Arrive early on weekends and holidays when it's less crowded. CityPASS holders can check in at the ticketing desk.

Accessibility

Click here for information on accessibility.

Parking/Transporation

Click here for information on parking, transportation and directions.

Contact Information & Hours

Reservations & Planning

Reservations may be required at attractions. For some attractions, you can make reservations through the CityPASS® Travel Guide, and for others, we provide instructions on how you can reserve a time directly with the attraction. You can find reservation details as well as other helpful information for planning your attraction visits, such as entry information, what's included with CityPASS® tickets, attraction hours and locations, and more, using the link below.

During busy times such as summer, spring break, and holidays, it’s especially important to plan ahead and make any necessary reservations. Rarely, attractions may sell out on busy days. If you have a narrow timeframe in which you want to visit a particular attraction, please contact CityPASS® Customer Care to check availability.

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