Special Offers and Discounts


Check In & Bike Out Package

Bicycle enthusiasts will pop a wheelie for this one! Stay at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel on a Friday and Saturday night through Oct. 13, 2013 to take advantage of this adventure package that includes:

  • Deluxe overnight accommodations
  • Local brews for adults and milk & cookies for children upon arrival
  • Breakfast Buffet
  • One Hour Bike rental to explore North Shore bike trails
  • General admission to Carnegie Science Center to experience the new Bikes: Science on Two Wheels exhibit, and more!
  • Visit Marriott's Deals & Promotions page to learn more.



    Super Science Shopper Card

    Want to save money at the XPLOR Store? Ask for a Super Science Shopper Card. Then have the cashier punch and initial your card each time you spend $15 or more (after discounts) at the XPLOR Store. After you've made five purchases of $15 or more, you'll get $5 off your next purchase of $25 or more.



    Grown Up Days

    Carnegie Science Center isn't just for little kids. Grow-up kids can indulge their youthful spirit every Tuesday with a special deal. Seniors ages 65+ receive discounted prices: General Admission for $5 and Omni films for just $5 more. There is a special 20% discount in the River View Café for seniors all day long.



    Save Your Receipt and Visit Again for 1/2 Price!

    For every full-price General Admission ticket purchased, receive 50% off the same number of general admission tickets on your return trip within 60 days.

    Not valid with other discounts. Discount not valid on date of original full price admission receipt. Non-transferable. Must be redeemed within 60 days. Discount only applies to general admission.



    College Student Discounts

    Are you a student at Carnegie Mellon University or Chatham College? Bring your valid student ID and receive FREE General Admission.

    Not a student at any of those colleges? Bring your valid college ID and receive $2 off General Admission.



    1/2 Price Admission for Active Military

    Members of the military with a valid identification card receive general admission for themselves and three others for 1/2 price. Only valid with general admission. Valid identification card must be shown at time of purchase.



    Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT Card Discount

    Present your Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT Card and receive general admission for up to four people for $2 each. This discount applies to the card issued by the state of Pennsylvania for access to cash, food stamps, and/or Medicaid benefits. This discount does NOT apply to the Port Authority ACCESS card. Visitors must present their Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT Card and photo ID to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer or group visits. Cardholder must be present.

    Funding for this program was provided by a grant from BNY Mellon Foundation of Southwestern Pennsylvania.



    Teacher Preview

    Looking for time to explore the Science Center without the chaperoning duties? Here's your chance! We offer FREE General Admission once a year to preschool – 12th grade teachers from schools located in the following states: Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, New York and Maryland. Use this visit to familiarize yourself with our exhibits and prepare for an upcoming field trip. To take advantage of the teacher preview, complete this form.

    Fee-based programs such as Omnimax films and laser shows are not included. Requests must be made at least one week in advance of the preview date. Cannot be applied to group visits. Non-transferable.



    Special Member Opportunity

    Carnegie Museums members receive $2 off selected cruises aboard the Gateway Clipper fleet. Show your Carnegie Museums membership card when booking your trip aboard the Good Ship Lollipop Cruise, Kids Showtime Cruise, Ice Cream Social Cruise, Saturday Picnic Cruise, or the Macaroni & Magic Cruise. For more information, visit www.gatewayclipper.com.