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Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location)

ChildrenScienceClosed · Opens 10amFrom £15Harbourfront Centre (509/510 streetcar)

After its Don Mills building closed in June 2024, the Ontario Science Centre opened an interim home at Harbourfront Centre on 29 June 2026, ahead of a permanent move to Ontario Place. Highlights include Space Deck with its planetarium and a piece of the Moon, the maker space Innovation Station, and KidSpark for young children. Entry is by timed ticket, which can sell out at peak times.

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Getting there

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8, Canada

Nearest station: Harbourfront Centre (509/510 streetcar), Union Station (Line 1)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
ThuToday10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

Admission

From £15

$15 per visitor, tax included. Free for children 2 and under, Indigenous peoples, and support persons with a recognized Accessibility card. 20% off for groups of 20+.

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Visitor Information

How much does Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location) cost?
Standard adult admission to Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location) is £15. $15 per visitor, tax included. Free for children 2 and under, Indigenous peoples, and support persons with a recognized Accessibility card. 20% off for groups of 20+.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location)?
Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location) is open From 12 September to 18 December 2026: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays. Timed tickets recommended.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location)?
Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location) is located at Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8, Canada, in the Harbourfront area of Toronto. The nearest stations are Harbourfront Centre (509/510 streetcar), Union Station (Line 1).
What can I see at Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location)?
Ontario's hands-on science centre, now on the waterfront: a planetarium, a real Moon rock, build challenges and KidSpark. Current highlights include KidSpark, Space Deck, Innovation Station.
Do I need to book Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location) in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Ontario Science Centre (Harbourfront Centre interim location)?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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