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SCIENCE CITY |
Science City, the largest science centre in the sub-continent, under the National Council of Science Museums (the apex body of science museums/centres in India), consists of two facilities, the Science Centre and the Convention Centre.
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THE CONVENTION CENTRE |
The Convention Centre complex comprises the Grand Theatre (2232 seating capacity), one Mini Auditorium (392 seating capacity) and a Seminar hall building with 11 halls ranging from 15 to 100 seating capacity, indoor (270sq.m.) and open air exhibition ground (20000 sq. m). The auditoria’s and the seminar halls are fully air-conditioned. The Convention Centre of Science City is the most sought after destination for conventions, meetings and cultural programmes.
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THE SCIENCE CENTRE |
The Science Centre complex comprises Space Odyssey, Dynamotion, Evolution Theme Park, Maritime Centre and a Science Park. The Space Odyssey houses India’s first Large Format Film Theatre, Time Machine, 3-D Vision Theatre, Mirror Magic and exhibits on space science, motion, electricity and virtual reality. The Dynamotion Hall has a Butterfly Corner, Aquaria, an exposition on giant robotic insects and host of interactive exhibits on science & technology for both education and entertainment of the visitors.
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| Location |
At the crossing of Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and Park Circus. |
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| Time to Visit |
9A.M.-9 P.M. |
| Preferred Timings |
Preferred Timings |
| Admission Fee |
There is an general entrance fee. Separate fee is charged for entry to the Space Theatre and for Time Machine. |
| How to Reach |
Local buses, mini buses and metered taxis are readily available from various parts of the city. You can also avail local trains from Sealdah and disembark at Bidhan Nagar station. From Bidhan Nagar station, there are shared auto rickshaws as well as metered taxis. |
| Nearest Railway Station |
Sealdah Junction. Bidhan Nagar in case of suburban local trains. |
| Nearest Metro Station |
Dum Dum. |
Nearest International
Airport |
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. |
Time required for
Sightseeing |
About Two and half hours minimum to an all day affair, complete with picnic. |
| Nearby Tourist Attractions |
Nalban Boating Complex, Swabhumi, Nicco Park |
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Location Map

USICON Convention Centre

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