- Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Discovery Center of Idaho hours are subject to change at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are Your Hours of Operation?
How Much is Admission?
- Adult ages 18+ – $9.00
- Senior 65 and over – $8.00
- Youth ages 2-17 – $6.00
- Child under 2 – FREE
- Members – FREE
- EBT Card Holders – $3 per person admission for up to 4 people per visit (cannot be reserved online, see our front desk in person or call 208-343-9895)
Visit our Plan Your Visit page to reserve admission today.
You should receive a confirmation with your eTickets within 24 hours. If it didn’t arrive, contact webmail@dcidaho.org for assistance.
What Exhibitions Are Open?
Visit our Explore the Center page to learn more what is currently open at the Discovery Center.
Do I Need to Purchase a Ticket Before Visiting?
Advanced admission is highly encouraged to guarantee entry. Visit our Plan Your Visit page to learn more and reserve a ticket today.
Do You Accept Cash?
At this time, the Discovery Center is only accepting card payments. Visit our Plan Your Visit page for more information on purchasing tickets.
Do You Offer Discounts?
Group Rates
Special rates available for non-school groups of 10 or more with advanced reservation using one form of payment. Discount code: GROUPS131.
For groups of 10 or more students, we ask for one chaperone to every five students and supervision at all times. Groups that are unable to follow the Discovery Center’s rules and staff instructions may be asked to leave and will not be eligible for a refund.
Contact webmail@dcidaho.org for help with booking.
Military (Active Duty and Veterans)
Receive $2 off each admission on your order with a valid military / veteran ID.
Military discount can only be redeemed in person at this time.
AAA
Receive $1 off each admission on your order with a valid AAA card.
AAA discount can only be redeemed in person at this time.
More Information
Visit our Accessibility page for current and ongoing offers. Professional aides accompanying a visitor with a disability receive free admission. One aide per visitor.
Is the Discovery Center Just for Kids?
No, our exhibitions can be enjoyed for visitors of all ages! Some of our exhibits are best appreciated for adults, while others are more popular with children and toddlers.
Can I Only Stay for the Time Slot on My Ticket?
You are welcome to stay as long as you want at the Discovery Center of Idaho up until closing.
Where Can I Park?
Our parking lot is located directly next to the Discovery Center of Idaho. Due to limited parking, we ask you only use our parking lot when visiting the Discovery Center.
Is the Discovery Center of Idaho Accessible?
The Discovery Center of Idaho is fully wheelchair accessible. We can have a limited number of wheelchairs available for visitors who need them. For more information, visit our Accessibility page.
Do You Host Events?
At this time, we do not host any events, including birthday parties, group events and more.
How Do I Become a Member?
Visit our Membership page to learn more about becoming a member. You can also visit the Discovery Center of Idaho with general admission tickets and apply your ticket costs toward a membership at any time on the day of your visit.
Are you a current member, or visiting on the ASTC Passport Program? Visit our Membership FAQ page for more information regarding memberships.