Visit Itinerary

Where to start?

With 14 acres of discovery, there are many ways to explore Griffin MSI. Here are a few suggestions to start:

Centerpiece tours

These daily tours are highly recommended — and with their limited capacities, so is reserving tickets in advance.

U-505 On-board Tour

requires additional ticket

What was life like aboard a German WWII submarine? Experience it yourself with this optional tour.

Coal Mine

requires additional ticket

Descend a mineshaft and learn about coal mining on a guided tour of the Museum’s first interactive experience, opened in 1933.

Signature exhibits + experiences

Any one of these could be the highlight of your next visit.

U-505 Submarine

included in museum entry

The only German sub captured during World War II is the centerpiece of an unforgettable exhibit about its dramatic story.

Science Storms

included in museum entry

Investigate the science of nature’s power: control a 40-foot tornado, trigger an avalanche, unleash a tsunami and more.

Numbers in Nature

requires free timed ticket

Navigate a giant and beautiful mirror maze, then discover the mathematical patterns that abound in the natural world.

Giant Dome Theater

requires additional ticket

After a full day, sit back and take a scientific adventure in one of the films offered in our domed wrap-around theater.

Generations of Museum guests have watched new baby chicks pecking out of their shells in this beloved exhibit.

YOU! The Experience

included in museum entry

Aspects of daily life and health come together in a hands-on exhibit that examines and celebrates the experience of living.

Have younger guests with you? Be sure to check out:

The Idea Factory

requires free timed ticket

Young scientists age 10 and under are invited to this research facility, chock full of opportunities to test and observe basic scientific principles.

Liked this scientific lineup? There's more. Explore your curiosity at Griffin MSI every day of the week.

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