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The Exploration Place - Science Centre & Museum

The Exploration Place

333 Becott Pl,  , In Fort George ParkPrince George, 
British Columbia,  V2L 4V7

Phone250-562-1612
Fax250-562-6395
Toll-free866-562-1612
Website:http://www.theexplorationplace.com
Our galleries showcase local heritage, First Nations, natural history, science & paleontological exhibits. Visit in the Biome Gallery with our collection of live arthropods, fish, amphibians and reptiles. Play billiards on the first table in the North. Our shortest visitors will love our dino dig pit, sternwheeler play structure and water table. We feature travelling exhibitions that change with the seasons. Some days in the summer we are operating Canada's shortest railroad featuring our 1912 narrow gauge steam engine The Little Prince - call for dates and times.

Come stretch your legs and your brains; located along the Fraser River in beautiful Fort George Park. We can't wait to welcome you!

How to Get Here | Map | Price Information | Hours of Operation | Services | Amenities & Facilities | Policies & Restrictions

How to Get Here

We are located at the end of 20th Ave in beautiful Fort George Park, Prince George.

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Price Information

Admission Fee

Pricing Based on*Rate
Adult18 & overPer Day9.95
Child2-12 yrs (Under 2 are free)Per Day6.95
Family2 adults & up to 4 children 18 yrs & youngerPer Day22.95
Seniormust show IDPer Day7.95

*NOTE:  Rates shown are in Canadian dollars and subject to applicable taxes.


Accepted Payment Methods
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Cash, Interac Bank/Debit Card, Travellers Cheques

Hours of Operation

7 Days/Week, Year-Round (effective all year)
 SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
Open (AM) 9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM
Close (PM) 5:00 AM5:00 PM5:00 AM5:00 AM5:00 AM5:00 AM5:00 AM
Please note:  Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year's Day. Open all other statutory holidays, year-round 9:00 am-5:00 pm.

Services

PackagesRentalsRetail
ToursRetail/Souvenirs

Amenities & Facilities

Accessible Facilities Full Wheelchair Access (as per building code)
Guided Industry Tours (offered by Visitor Centre s Internet Access
Picnic Tables RV Parking
Attraction/Tour/Event Ticket Sales* Designated Children’s Area (e.g. playground)*
Food & beverage (e.g. snack foods, coffee)* Multi-media Presentations*
* charges apply

Policies & Restrictions

Pet Policy
Assistance Dogs Only
Smoking Policy
No Smoking
Group Policy
Bus tours welcome; $100 for 30 people or guided tour for $145.
Age Restrictions
None.
Clothing Gear Required
None.
Height Restrictions
None.
Mobility Restrictions
We are fully wheelchair accessible.
Weight Restriction
None.