Oil Sands Discovery Centre
Oil Sands Discovery Centre
4.5
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Oil Sands Discovery Centre in Fort McMurray is located in the heart of the world's biggest single oil deposit - the Athabasca Oil Sands. The Centre is an educational facility committed to increasing public awareness and knowledge about the oil sands. Come to the Oil Sands Discovery Centre and experience the history, science, and technology of the oil sands. It's the closest you can get without boots and a hard hat! The Centre is a provincial facility operated by Alberta Culture.
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ryanyimin
Burnaby, Canada2 contributions
Mar. 2020 • Solo
I can learn the history of oil sands, I can learn how to make oil out of the sand. Thanks for your great job!
Written February 9, 2021
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Al Gray
6 contributions
Jan. 2020
The centre is very informative and fun. Give you a very good idea of how the oilsands work and are developed. Very nice gift store too.
Written January 13, 2020
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Ulrich S
Fort McMurray, Canada9 contributions
Apr. 2019
Site is awesome, very informative, very interesting.
This explains very closely, how Canada is producing one of the worlds most needed commodity ..... Oil .
I absolutely would recommend to visit the Oil Sands Discovery Centre !
This explains very closely, how Canada is producing one of the worlds most needed commodity ..... Oil .
I absolutely would recommend to visit the Oil Sands Discovery Centre !
Written December 10, 2019
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Eric d
St. Lucia99 contributions
Dec. 2019 • Solo
I've been through this area a few time and learn more each time. One of the biggest things that seems to be a environmental 'ignorance' is how the oil sands are actually benefitting the people and the land by making the land better and more inhabitable than it was after the fact through reclamation. No one could possibly live in the oil sands now as it's actually toxic...but in many years it won't be. Go figure.
Written December 7, 2019
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Ginettew72
Westbridge, Canada12 contributions
Nov. 2019 • Family
Interesting and informative loved the interactive learning games Leary a lot about the oil sands and like the big truck
Written November 4, 2019
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Peter M
Morinville, Canada809 contributions
Oct. 2019
If your going to Fort Mac then it is imperative that you stop here. So educational to see how the whole system works of extracting oil from the ground. Really makes you understand how its all done. Definately a must stop and see place. If you have the CF1 card you get in for free.
Written October 25, 2019
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clareb996
Holmes Beach, Florida48 contributions
Oct. 2019
What a wonderful place to visit, we were so pleased we took the time to stop at the discovery centre. So much information to take in. Friendly and helpful staff, We not only enjoyed the displays but enjoyed the films and presentation on bitumen and the demonstration of what it looks like etc. Recommended for anyone traveling to Fort McMurray.
Written October 17, 2019
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Michael H
Madeley, UK157 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Family
This place is great. They have a really interesting and good mix of films exhibits and interactive displays to keep everyone happy. The oil sands story is fascinating and we all had a great time. Highly recommended.
Written August 15, 2019
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AbCanada
Penticton, Canada316 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Couples
This is an excellent presentation of the history of the oil sands, the technology involved, the challenges and the opportunities. Very understandable and extremely well presented. A definite must see!
Written August 12, 2019
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Mona T
5 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Friends
An amazing experience for the whole family. very hands on, and interactive. It will give you the history of the Oil sand development from the begging to present.
totally a must see if you are in Fort McMurray
totally a must see if you are in Fort McMurray
Written July 31, 2019
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davidaC3211NY
Vandalia, IL6 contributions
What is the age for the admissions for seniors
Swapnil S
Fort McMurray, Canada6 contributions
It is 65 and older.
How much does it cost?
OSDC
Fort McMurray, Canada
Admission is $11.00 for adults, $8.00 for seniors, $7.00 for youth (7-17), and $29.00 for a family,
Ross K
Adelaide, Australia1 contribution
What is entrance cost?
OSDC
Fort McMurray, Canada
Hello Ross,
Admission rates are as follows: adults $8.00, seniors (age 65 and up) $6.00, youth (age 7-17) $4.00 ,and children 6 and under are free. All prices are in Canadian dollars. Please visit our website for more information, we hope to see you soon!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oil Sands Discovery Centre
- Oil Sands Discovery Centre is open:
- Wed - Sun 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Hotels near Oil Sands Discovery Centre:
- (1.56 km) Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort McMurray
- (1.45 km) Vantage Inn & Suites
- (1.36 km) Super 8 by Fort McMurray
- (1.69 km) Radisson Hotel & Suites Fort McMurray
- (12.55 km) Best Western Plus Sawridge Suites
- Restaurants near Oil Sands Discovery Centre:
- (0.68 km) OJ's Steak & Pizza
- (0.75 km) The Den
- (0.80 km) Sweet Basil
- (6.64 km) Mitchell's Cafe
- (1.34 km) Brewskies Pub