Hours:

The Science Center is open year-round except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Monday - Friday

9:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Saturday - Sunday

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

The Cox Science Center is a part of the ASTC Passport program, which allows free general admission to other ASTC members who travel 90 miles outside their local area of residency or participating museum for which they are a member. 
Valid I.D. and membership card from participating museum must be presented upon entrance. For more information, visit: www.astc.org/passport
- Due to the 90-mile exclusionary zone, Cox Science Center members do not receive admission reciprocity to the Museum of Discovery and Science and the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and vice versa. 

Science Center Admission Prices:

Discounts cannot be combined or used in addition to other offers. Click here to see if you qualify

Do you have a group of 15 or more? Call 561-832-1988 to ask about our group rates!

Planetarium Schedule

$5 per person, per show. Free for CSCA annual members. Tickets must be purchased in addition to general admission.
* Shows are subject to change, please call to verify the schedule.

 Live Science Show Schedule:
* Subject to change due to weather or special event. Please inquire with a visitor services associate for updates.

Field Trip Forecast

Please note: Field trips have been modified in size and procedures in accordance with CDC Guidelines.

We are proud to serve thousands of school groups with our exhibits and programs annually, however, we understand some guests prefer a quieter environment when visiting our museum. Here is a weekly "forecast" to help you navigate our groups -

Forecast for the week of September 25th, 2023:

Monday: 0	Tuesday: 0	Wednesday: 0	Thursday: 0	Friday: 0

Forecast for the week of October 2, 2023:

Monday: 0	Tuesday: 0	Wednesday: 0	Thursday: 101	Friday: 115

Most groups leave by 1:30 pm. The field trip forecast is subject to change.

On-site Food Options

• Starting on May 5th, we will be hosting a weekly Food Trucks on the Trail  Friday-Sunday. Please be sure to check the link to see what food trucks will be on-site!
• All food MUST be consumed within designated areas, mainly our Science Trail picnic area and patio. Food and drinks are strictly prohibited in all indoor spaces.
  • While outside food is allowed to be brought into the Science Center, this is limited to individual meals, snacks, and food for toddlers and small children. Group-sized orders, platters, or food for large parties are strictly prohibited without prior authorization from CSCA staff.
  • Picnic tables or the outside patio area may not be reserved without paying a rental fee. All tables are first come, first serve. Tables may not be held or reserved for large groups or parties unless booked through the CSCA staff.
• Food deliveries (i.e. DoorDash, UberEats, Postmates, etc.) must be received at the admissions desk immediately upon arrival. Deliveries will not be accepted or held at the admissions desk and will be turned away.

Prohibited Items

• Firearms, ammunition, knives, and weapons of any kind.

• Objects or toys that appear to be firearms or weapons.

Animal Policy*

“Service animals” are defined as an animal that is trained to perform tasks for an individual with a disability. 

• The tasks may include but are not limited to: guiding, alerting, pulling, assisting, retrieving, or performing other special tasks for someone with a disability. 
• A service animal is not a pet. 

Service animals are welcome throughout the Science Center so long as:

• They are leashed at all times
• They have proper identification of being classified as a Service Animal (i.e. vest)
• They refrain from barking
• Any messes/accidents are cleaned up by the owner

*Animals without an identifying vest MUST be kept in either a carrier, bag, or stroller at all times. Non-service animals are NOT allowed to be leashed or openly carried in the owner's arms and will not be permitted to enter the building.

Location & Directions

From The Florida Turnpike

Take the Southern Blvd. exit east, past I-95 to the Dreher Park entrance on the right. Turn in Dreher Park and follow Dreher Trail to the Cox Science Science Center and Aquarium.

From I-95 Heading South

Exit at Southern Boulevard and head east to the Dreher Park entrance on the right. Turn in Dreher Park and follow Dreher Trail to the Cox Science Science Center and Aquarium.

From I-95 Heading North

Exit at Southern Boulevard and head east to the Dreher Park entrance on the right. Turn in Dreher Park and follow Dreher Trail to the Cox Science Center and Aquarium.