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Our Senses: An Immersive Experience: November 20, 2017–January 6, 2019
We get to know our world through some or all of our senses—sight, smell, hearing, touch, and taste—but they’re just parts of a much larger puzzle. The highly experiential exhibition Our Senses delves into how our brains work with sensory organs to shape our perceptions and reveals how, until recently in our evolutionary history, humans have been oblivious to nature’s other crucial signals, including UV light, infrared sounds, and electrical fields.
Unseen Oceans: March 12, 2018–January 6, 2019
Oceans explores our blue planet’s defining feature—the world ocean—as revealed through 21st-century technology. Visitors to the exhibition will meet the elusive giants of the sea, including whales, sharks, giant squid; sink beneath the waves in a virtual submersible theater; and marvel at the vivid fluorescence displayed by marine creatures but invisible to us . . . until now. And they’ll leave with a deeper awareness that the future of the planet depends on the future of the ocean.
The Butterfly Conservatory (October 7th, 2017 - May 29th, 2019)
This exhibition, an annual favorite, features up to 500 live, free-flying tropical butterflies from the Americas, Africa, and Asia. The butterflies are housed in a vivarium that approximates their natural habitat, includes live flowering plants that serve as nectar sources, and features controlled artificial light, temperature, and humidity.
T. rex: The Ultimate Predator: (March 11, 2019 - June 16th, 2019)
This exhibition will focus on the on the genus of dinosaurs known as tyrannosaurs. The exhibition will explore how these mega-predators came to be, with an emphasis on the most famous and impressive member of the family, Tyrannosaurus rex.
Updated Climate Change Exhibit
Understand one of the most urgent scientific issues of our time. explore how climate change is affecting the world today as well as what might happen in the future if the current course continues.
Current Museum Films
Space Show – Hayden Planetarium
Dark Universe: narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, Director of the Hayden Planetarium
Celebrate the pivotal discoveries that have led us to greater knowledge of the structure and history of the universe and our place in it—and to new frontiers for exploration.
Giant Screen Films – 3D & 2D showings
Backyard Wilderness: now through June 30, 2019
Audiences enter a wild world of breathtaking beauty and captivating animals, including an array of nature’s master of mimicry.
Wollman Ice Rink Inclusions
Guaranteed admission to Wollman Rink Central Park
Skate rental
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Locker rentals
Food and drinks
Additional info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Paper voucher must be exchanged for admission ticket.
Lockers are available for rent
Additional equipment such as ice walkers, helmets, pads, etc. are not available at the the rink
Skating times may be cancelled due to inclement weather. In this event, tickets may be redeemed on a different day. Contact 365 Tickets USA for details
Ice Resurfacing Times
Subject to change based on ice conditions.
Monday:
11:30, 2:30, 5:30
Tuesday:
11:30, 2:30, 5:30
Wednesday:
11:30, 2:30, 6:00, 8:00
Thursday:
11:30, 2:30, 6:00, 8:00
Friday:
11:30, 2:30, 6:00, 8:00, 9:30
Saturday:
11:30, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30,
7:30, 9:30
Sunday:
11:30, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30
Departing Edinburgh, you travel north-west for your first stop of the day at magnificent Stirling Castle*, one of Scotland’s most historically significant castles, sitting high on volcanic rock and offering wonderful views of the surrounding landscape. You will have time to visit the castle and learn of the exploits of key historic figures including William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots. With lots of interesting things to see and do here, the Stirling Castle experience is a must for any visitor to Scotland. You then continue on, past medieval Doune Castle, to the pretty town of Callander, situated on the banks of the River Teith in Stirlingshire, where you will have a chance to stop to enjoy some lunch. From here we enter The Trossachs National Park, also known as “The Highlands in miniature” for its abundance of lochs, mountains and forests, and famous as the homeland of legendary outlaw, Rob Roy MacGregor. You will then reach the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, one of the prettiest and largest lochs in the whole of Scotland. Here you can enjoy an hour long cruise* taking in spectacular views of the loch’s many islands and the surrounding mountains. Alternatively, take a stroll through the picturesque loch-side conservation village of Luss, with its quaint houses, cafes and stunning views across the loch’s western shoreline. You will then travel back to Edinburgh. *OPTIONAL EXTRA. Daily | ALL YEAR Departs: 09:15 Returns: 18:30
First Course Classic Caesar - Freshly cut Romaine Hearts, Herb Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese and finished with our house Caesar Dressing Shrimp and Corn Chowder - Gulf Shrimp, Roasted Sweet Corn, Red Peppers and Potatoes finished with Fresh Cream and topped with our house-made Herbed Crouton Hazelnut Duck - Savory Duck Confit with Wild Mushrooms layered with Baby Spinach finished with a Brandy Cream and Hazelnut Gremolata Main Course Roasted Chicken - Pan-roasted Chicken Breast infused with our traditional Moroccan Chermoula Seasoning and topped with our Chefs inspired Harissa sauce served with a Citrus Couscous and Fresh Bok Choy Grilled Salmon - Fresh Grilled Salmon topped with a Ragout of Braised Cherry Tomatoes and Black Olives served with Sautéed Spinach Seafood Ravioli - Gratinee Jumbo Ravioli filled with Imported Ricotta, Parmesan and Fontina cheeses topped with a Seared Jumbo Sea Scallop and Gulf Shrimp atop a rustic Pomodoro Sauce Short Ribs - Grilled and Slow Cooked Boneless Beef Short Ribs with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots and finished with a Cabernet Wine Demi-Glace Vegetable Napoleon - Layered Portobello Mushroom, Roasted Red Peppers, Zucchini, Eggplant, Summer Squash and Tofu grilled atop tomato coulis Desserts New York Style Cheesecake - Topped with Fresh Strawberries and laced with Milk Chocolate Odyssey's Signature Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte - Rich Double Layer of Chocolate Cake Filled with Chocolate Mousse and enrobed in a smooth Dark Chocolate Ganache Seasonal Fruit Cobbler - Seasonally Changing Fruit Compote incased in a Flaky Butter Crust served with a Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Strawberry Shortcake - Topped with Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries Fresh Seasonal Fruit *Menu items are subject to change. Before placing your order, please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy.
Super Saver Offer! Visit The View from the Shard for just £15!
Visit Dates: choose any date until Thursday 28th February 2019
Highlights:
Unrivalled 360 degree panoramic views, stretching over 40 miles across Greater London
Spot many of the city's iconic sights including St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London & the River Thames
Experience Western Europe's highest viewing platform standing at 310 metres high
Astonishing 'open-air' skydeck, feel the breeze and hear the subtle sounds of the city below.
Informative digital telescopes taking you through the Capital's past, present - both day and night
Unlimited dwell time - enjoy the views at your own pace
Ticket Includes:
Instant ticket delivery.
Print your voucher and show it at The View from The Shard box office.
Why visit The View from The Shard?
The Shard is an iconic, landmark building on the London skyline, designed by Master Architect Renzo Piano. At a height of 1,016ft (310 m), the tallest building in Western Europe, the Shard redefines London's skyline and will be a dynamic symbol of London, recognisable throughout the world.
The View is situated at the top of The Shard, on floors 68, 69 and 72, and almost twice the height of any other viewing platform in London. Prepare to embark on a multi-sensory journey to 244 m (800ft) above of one of the greatest cities on earth. On arrival at Level 00, you will be drawn into the tapestry of London with glimpses of the city laid out before you. Travelling skyward in two high-speed ‘kaleidoscopic' lifts, you'll swiftly reach Level 68 - a cloudscape above the world.
Then journey to Level 69 where the view is revealed and London opens out before you. Here, in the sky above London, you'll experience an astonishing 360 degree, 64 km (40 mile) view over the city and beyond where the past, present and future of London will be unfurled beneath you, brought to life in multimedia displays.
For the best view in town, ascend to Level 72, at 244 m, the highest public level of The Shard. You'll be exposed to the elements with sounds of the city around you. Looking up, you'll see the shards of glass that form the top of this skyscraper as they disappear upwards into the sky.
Click here to view the sunset times in London
PLEASE NOTE:
Failure to present the voucher at The Shard will result in you being denied entry.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Why not combine your visit to The Shard with other famous attractions and activities in London such as Tower Bridge or the nearby Top Horror Attraction in the World winner; London Bridge & Tombs?
You will hear the story of Lord Norbury, the infamous and sadistic ‘Hanging Judge’ who presided over the trial of Robert Emmet. Hated in life, in death he returned to continue his reign of terror. You will learn the legend of Scaldbrother, the infamous medieval thief whose buried treasure may still lie in a labyrinth of tunnels under Smithfield. Not to mention Billy the Bowl, the 18th century murderer, born without legs, who once terrorized Stoneybatter and Grangegorman. If you are feeling brave enough, we will take you down Hendrick Street, once the site of two of the most haunted houses in Dublin. Between them, nos. 7 & 8 Hendrick Street were home to no fewer than six different ghosts. Demolished in the 1960’s, the houses are long gone, but the ghosts...? And what of the haunted hospital? Ghostly nurses have been seen all the way down the block. Could they be the reason for office chairs spinning by themselves in an adjacent building? Or electronic toys turning on and off by themselves? You might want to steel your nerves before venturing with us to Croppie’s Acre. This long-abandoned site was used as a football pitch in the 20th century. Shocking when you consider that it is a mass grave – the final resting place of hundreds of rebels executed after the 1798 rebellion. If you are of a sensitive disposition, you may well come away feeling disturbed. Sometimes, the spirits here attempt communication! You will also hear tell of the mummies of Saint Michan’s Church, surely the most macabre tourist attraction in Ireland, and a major inspiration to the young Bram Stoker, native of Clontarf and author of Dracula. As if that’s not enough to whet your appetite, you will also visit the site of a 21st century apparition of the Virgin Mary. Thousands of passers-by claim to have seen the image on the wall. Can you? And do be careful who you step on as we pass through the deconsecrated graveyard. The gravestones may have moved, but the bodies haven’t... Testimonials: "It was one of the best ghost tours I’ve been on. The whole group felt the temperature drop as we were leaving Saint Mary’s Abbey. It was really weird." Alison, San Francisco, California "I liked that it took the subject seriously. These are real haunted places, and sensitive people on the tour definitely seemed to be experiencing something. Hendrick Street was interesting. One woman in the group who said she was psychic refused to go near the old funeral parlour" Paul, Dallas, Texas "I’ve been in the Edinburgh vaults a couple of times, and never felt anything. What I liked about the Northside Ghost Walk is how ordinary some of the places are – shops, museums and parks that people use every day without realising what has happened there. I’ve never really been a believer, but I swear I saw someone walking through Croppie’s acre, and I got some really weird stuff in my photos there." Sarah, Edinburgh, Scotland "Thanks a bunch, guys! I live on Hendrick Street, and after your tour I think I’m gonna have to move!" Ciaran, Dublin "I highly recommend this tour to anyone who likes ghost stories. Don’t expect cheesy attempts to scare you – you’ll get true stories backed up by the true history behind the places. Some of these places will make your skin crawl!" Lisa, Washington D.C. "I’m the biggest skeptic in the world, but something is just wrong with Hendrick Street!" John, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Parks & Beach Tour (ruta roja) Vea Golden Gate Park y el Océano Pacífico! Este tour de una hora lo lleva a través de uno de los parques urbanos más grandes del mundo a la impresionante Ocean Beach. Algunos de los puntos destacados del tour incluyen: la Academia de Ciencias de California, el Museo De Young, los Jardines de Té Japoneses, el Conservatorio de Flores, el Parque Lincoln, la Ocean Beach, las ruinas históricas de los Baños Sutro, las rutas de senderismo Lands End, la Casa del Acantilado. Official City Tour (ruta azul) Este tour de inicia en Fisherman’s Wharf, pasando por Ghirardelli Square, the Palace of Fine Arts y Marina District, antes de visitar el icónico puente Golden Gate. En el Punto Sur podrá bajar del autobús y caminar a través de las 1,7 millas del puente i explorar el Centro de Visitantes de Golden Gate y el Presidio. El tour sigue hasta Golden Gate Park,uno de los paraísos artificiales más grandes del mundo, que se extiende por más de 50 manzanas de la ciudad y alberga 10 lagos, cosas que lo convierten en uno de los lugares más populares de San Francisco. Con varias paradas en todo el parque, podrá visitar California Academy of Sciences, the De Young Museum, Japanese Tea Garden o Botanical Gardens. Continuando la excursión a través de Haight Ashbury, experimentará el llamado "Distrito Hippie", antes de dirigirse a la zona del Centro Cívico con muchos monumentos arquitectónicos como el impresionante Ayuntamiento, la Opera House, Symphony Hall, Asian Art Museum y la libería pública. Desde allí, el tour continuará hasta el distrito central de compras de San Francisco – Union Square,donde encontrará Macy’s Department y cientos de tiendas más. Después de aproximadamente 2 horas, volverán a Fisherman’s Wharf, realizando paradas en varios lugares de la costa, incluyendo, Pier 39 con sus mundialmente famosos leones marinos, restaurantes, tiendas, muchas opciones para ir de compras y muchas atracciones de San Francisco. Sausalito Tour (ruta púrpura) Realice esta excursión desde el Punto South Vista para obtener las mejores vistas de Golden Gate Bridge mientras pasa a través del puente hacia North Vista Point. Desde allí obtendrá vistas de la bahía de San Francisco (siempre que el tiempo lo permita), y durante un día despejado incluso podrá ver el horizonte de San Francisco, la isla de Alcatraz y Bay Bridge, de manera que podrá sacar fantásticas fotos. El tour continuará por Marin County y se detendrá en el encantador Sausalito donde podrá bajar del autobús para pasear, ir de compras, cenar, visitar varias galerías de art y disfrutar de un relajante almuerzo junto al mar. Tour Nocturno - San Francisco Este tour narrado con una duración de 90 minutos por San Francisco le mostrará los mejores barrios vibrantes de la ciudad. Con vistas espectaculares desde la parte superior del autobús podrá ver todos los sitios importantes de San Francisco y visitar las áreas más populares como Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, Financial District, Embarcadero, Chinatown, North Beach y Nob Hill con su impresionante Catedral Grace. Tour ALCATRAZ Tour (deberá ser reservado previamente y se le otorgará una hora para realizar la visita) El tour por la isla de Alcatraz incluye billetes de ida y vuelta con el ferri hasta "La Roca" de San Francisco, la infame isla de la prisión, donde podrá disfrutar de un tour con audioguía por el interior de la presión (disponible en varios idiomas). De esta manera, tendrá flexibilidad para explorar Alcatraz a su propio ritmo. La hora de la salida del ferri se le proporcionará al canjear sus cupones por entradas.