Science City was set up in the year 1997. It is located in the eastern region of Kolkata. Science City is the brainchild of the National Council of Science Museums. Science City is not only an amusement park but you gain lots of knowledge from this place on Science and Technology. People of all age groups enjoy the trip to Science City.
Science City in Kolkata,West Bengal is the one of its kind in India that displays all the scientific applications and technology. Science City is divided into various sections such as:
- Space Odyssey
- Dynamotion
- Life Science Corners
- Science Park
- Toy Train
- Ropeway
- Dinosaurs Complex, etc.
But the star attraction of Science City Kolkata is the Space Theater. It is a circular hall with a dome shaped ceiling which looks like an inverted bowl from inside. Another attraction of Science City in Kolkata are the musical color fountains.
Science City also consists of a large conferencing center complex with all modern facilities including air conditioners, audio video systems, etc. The main auditorium can house around 2300 persons while the side auditorium at Science City can accommodate only 450. In addition, it consists of 8 adjacent halls that can accommodate 200 to 250 people in each.
Science City consists of 3 hang around named Durga Mandap, Mukta Mancha and Bengal Gallery, a food plaza and a little space near it for some scientific exhibitions too. Its the best place to visit for tourists who want to learn more about science. Moreover do take your children for a ride of the wild birds and artificial dinosaurs kept here.
Location of Science City, West Bengal, Karnataka
Science City - Entry Fee, Timing, Address, Official Website | |
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| Address | J.B.S Haldane Avenue, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700046 |
| Entry Fee : | Entry Fee for General Visitors : 40 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised Groups : 30 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised School Groups : 20 Rs. *Entry Fee for Under Privileged Groups : 5 Rs. |
| Entry Fee for Space Theatre : | Entry Fee for General Visitors : 60 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised Groups : 50 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised School Groups : 25 Rs. |
| Entry Fee for Evolution Park : | Entry Fee for General Visitors : 10 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised Groups : 25 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised School Groups : 25 Rs. *Entry Fee for Under Privileged Groups : 25 Rs. |
| Entry Fee for 3D Theater : | Entry Fee for General Visitors : 30 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised Groups : 10 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised School Groups : 10 Rs. *Entry Fee for Under Privileged Groups : 5 Rs. |
| Entry Fee for Cable Car : | Entry Fee for General Visitors : 30 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised Groups : 20 Rs. Entry Fee for Organised School Groups : 15 Rs. *Entry Fee for Under Privileged Groups : 15 Rs. |
| Other Fees for General Visitors : | Fee for Time Machine : 20 Rs. Fee for Road Train : 15 Rs. Fee for Mono Cycle : 15 Rs. Fee for Caterpillar : 10 Rs. Fee for Gravity Coaster : 30 Rs. Note: *For Under Privileged Groups must be Supported by documentary evidence) |
| Timings : | Visiting Hours - 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Phone No (Official) | +91-33-22851572 / +91-33-22852607 |
| Days When Closed | Holi |
| Official Website | sciencecitykolkata.org.in |
| Photography allowed or not | Not Allowed |
| Nearest railway station | Howrah Jn Train Station |
Last Updated on : May 21, 2015
