Science City was opened on July 01, 1997. 25 Years of Dedicated Service to the Cause of Science. Science City is developed on a 50 acre land which used to be a dumping ground for the city's garbage for more than 100 years. There are two facilities, namely the Science Centre and the Convention Centre.
The Convention Centre Complex was inaugurated on 21 December 1996 by Paul Jozef Crutzen along with the then Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mr. Jyoti Basu and the entire centre was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister, Mr. Indra Kumar Gujral on 1st July 1997.
A perfect blend of learning and fun, the science city also has a section dedicated to aquatic world with some of the most exotic fish and insects in the aquariums. The complex has the Space Odyssey, Dynamotion, Science Exploration Hall, Maritime Centre, Earth Exploration Hall and a sprawling Science Park giving its visitors an experience that they would remember lifelong.
Since the day it was opened for visitors until today, Science City has recorded footfall in excess of 29.90 million. It is famous among both local as well as international visitors.
Location of Science City Kolkata Science City is located on the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass at crossing of Park Circus connector on J. B. S. Haldane Avenue.
Science City Kolkata Timing Science City remains open all year around from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, except on Holi. The ticket counters remain open till 7:00 PM
Science City Kolkata Ticket Rate Entry Fee: INR 60.00 Evolution of Life- A Dark Ride: INR 40.00 Panorama on Human Evolution: INR 60.00 Science on a Sphere New: INR 40.00 3D Theatre: INR 30.00 Space Theatre: INR 60.00 Road Train: INR 20.00 Cable Car: INR 48.00
How to Reach Science City Kolkata By Road- Science city is easily accessible from major parts of the city by local buses, mini buses and taxis. The hassle- free alternative is to rent a cab (Ola, Uber, etc). Nearest Metro Station: Rabindra Sadan Metro Station. Science city is around 6.6 kms from the metro station and it takes 15 mins to reach. Hire a taxi from Rabindra Sadan Metro station.
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