Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science Tours
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More than 200 interactive exhibits await families at this Fort Lauderdale museum, which is dedicated to curiosity and exploration. With the largest captive live Atlantic coral reef habitat, an IMAX theater, an Everglades Airboat Adventure, and an FA-18 cockpit 7D simulator, the museum offers children and their parents a day of exploration.
The Basics
Located on Las Olas Boulevard in downtown Fort Lauderdale, this two-story art and science museum is family-friendly. On the main floor, you’ll find the permanent exhibits, including the Discovery Center (for kids 6 and under); an Everglades Airboat Adventure, which simulates a ride through the Florida swamps; exhibits on Florida’s ecosystems; a glimpse at live otters at play; and a Storm Center with a hurricane simulator. Don’t miss getting your photo in the mouth of the Megalodon.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the museum. The IMAX theater concession sells snacks and drinks.
- There is an on-site gift shop.
- The museum offers free Wi-Fi.
How to Get There
MODS is located in the Arts & Science District in downtown Fort Lauderdale on Second Street, across from Riverwalk’s Esplanade Park. From Miami or Palm Beach, take I-95 to the Broward Boulevard exit, then drive east to SW Fifth Avenue and turn right. The museum is on your left, with a parking garage on the right. The Brightline express train stops two blocks away from the museum.
When to Get There
The museum is open 10am–5pm Monday through Saturday and noon–5pm on Sunday; it’s closed only closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and special events. If you can, catch an IMAX 3D show in the largest theater in Florida. In March, the museum hosts an annual Wine, Spirits, and Culinary Celebration, with a Grand Tasting featuring more than 40 South Florida restaurants.
In the Mouth of a Megalodon
One of the best photo opportunities at MODS is in the mouth of the Megalodon, considered to be the largest sharks that ever lived on earth. Some of their teeth alone measured seven inches (17 centimeters) long, and their jaws are estimated to be about three times as big as the Great White Shark. Occasionally, visitors to South Florida find fossilized Megalodon teeth washed up on area beaches.
Address: 401 Southwest 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312, USA
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Fort Lauderdale Segway Tour
- Glide through Fort Lauderdale’s downtown, residential, and beachside routes on this entertaining 1.5- or 2.5-hour guided Segway tour. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s celebrity mansions, yachts and hot spots on a 5- or 10-mile loop around the city. For a different view of the city, the 90-minute tour is also available at night. Segway training, helmet and safety equipment are included. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group experience limited to eight people per guide.
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