Science City, Kolkata
Science City is among India's largest science centres, with exhibition halls, a planetarium, a science park and a 3D theatre.
Overview
Science City is one of the best places to visit in Kolkata with children, a 49.6-acre science centre with halls, a planetarium and a science park.
Science City on J.B.S. Haldane Avenue is described by Wikipedia as the largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent. It covers 49.6 acres and opened in two phases: the convention centre on 21 December 1996 and the rest on 1 July 1997.
Attractions include the Space Odyssey planetarium under a 23-metre dome, the Dynamotion Hall with exhibits on illusions and the powers of ten, a freshwater aquarium and butterfly enclave, the Earth Exploration Hall (2008), the Science Exploration Hall (2016) on emerging technologies and evolution, a Maritime Centre and an outdoor Science Park with rides. A 2,232-seat Grand Theatre sits in the convention complex.
The official ticket page lists the 3D Digital Theatre at INR 150 for general visitors with shows between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM, while the general entry ticket is given only as an image; a travel site's snippet gives INR 40 per person and opening 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with ticket counters closing at 6:00 PM. Individual attractions are ticketed separately, so budget for a few shows.
It is a good choice for families and for a rainy-day plan, and it lies on the eastern side of the city near the Bypass, so allow travel time from the centre.
Entry fees
Entry
All visitors
General entry ticket per a travel-site snippet; the official page shows rates only as an image.
Source: Veena World – Science City Kolkata timing and entry fee
Amount needs verification
Activities
All visitors
3D Digital Theatre general ticket, per the official ticket page.
₹150 per person
Verified
Other attractions (space theatre, rides, etc.) are ticketed separately and were not verified. BPL card holders: INR 5 entry per the official page.
We only show an amount when a source backs it. Prices change, so confirm locally before you go.
Opening hours
- Mon – Sun
- 10 AM – 7 PM
- Ticket counters close at 18:00.
10:00–19:00 daily; ticket counters close 18:00 (travel-site snippet).
Hours come from a secondary-site snippet; confirm with the official site. 3D theatre shows run 11:00–18:00 per the official page.
Visitor information
- Best time to visit
- November to February; weekdays are quieter.
- Best time of day
- Arrive at opening
- How long to spend
- 4–5 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Families
- Suitable for families
Good to know
- Attractions are ticketed separately
Location
Photos
Science City. Photo: AsishKumarBarman / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 A distant view. Photo: Kolkatametro / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 Science City lights. Photo: QuadriSyedSahab / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0 Science Exploration Hall. Photo: Biswarup Ganguly / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0 The Science Park maze. Photo: Biswarup Ganguly / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0
Frequently asked questions
What are the Science City Kolkata timings?
A travel-site snippet gives 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM with counters closing at 6:00 PM; confirm on the official site.
How much is the 3D theatre ticket at Science City?
The official ticket page lists INR 150 for general visitors.
Information sources
Where the facts on this page come from, and what still needs confirming.
Information last checked 8 October 2026
Not yet confirmed
- general entry INR 40 and hours (travel-site snippet)
Not available yet
- official general entry rates
- space theatre and ride prices
- Science City Kolkata – Tickets & Rates · Official site
- Veena World – Science City Kolkata timing and entry fee · Travel site
- Wikipedia – Science City, Kolkata · Encyclopedia
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