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Fernbank Science Center, Chelsea Heights
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Fernbank Science Center

  • 4.4329 reviews
  • $$
  • Closed now

Fernbank Science Center offers hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and an observatory set among wooded grounds. Expect family-friendly, educational displays and engaging sky shows that highlight astronomy and natural science—great for curious visitors and school groups.

Quick answers

Fernbank Science Center in short

When is Fernbank Science Center open?

Mon–Tue closed; Wed 12–4 PM; Thu 12–10 PM; Fri–Sun closed.

When is the best time to visit Fernbank Science Center?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

How much does Fernbank Science Center cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is Fernbank Science Center?

156 Heaton Park Dr,Atlanta, GA 30307.

Right now · 4:15 pm

Why it fits right now

Closed right now.

Opens Wed 12 pm.

In its favour

  • Best in the afternoon

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Closed now
monday
Closed
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
12–4 PM
thursday
12–10 PM
friday
Closed
saturday
Closed
sundayToday
Closed

Where and how

  1. 1 Fernbank Science Center
  2. 2 Deepdene Park · 12 min
  3. 3 Fernbank Museum · 17 min
  4. 4 Schwartz Center for Performing Arts · 19 min
  5. 5 Dellwood Park · 20 min
156 Heaton Park Dr, Atlanta, GA 30307(opens the map)DirectionsTo Chelsea HeightsCall+16788747102Websitefernbank.edu

Good to know

  • Price $$
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.4from 329 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Weekend outings
  • Photography
  • Scenic views
  • Walking trails

The feel

  • Casual
  • Spacious
  • Quiet
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a light layer.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerThe whole time