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Sudbury AttractionsScience NorthThis is a large science museum which is enjoyed by children and adults for all of the interesting scientific information it provides. Interpretive areas focus on biology, ecology, geology, space science, and technology. There are also science demonstrations and an IMAX theatre. Dynamic EarthThis new science museum focusses on mining and earth history. Operate remote-controlled mining equipment, or take a fascinating tour of an abandoned mine while learning the history of mining methods. Younger kids learn about mining by co-operating to run a fun "play mine". Outside of Dynamic Earth is Sudbury's famed " Big Nickel". The Big NickelThe Big Nickel is Sudbury's most famous landmark. At 9 metres high and 61 centimetres thick, this replica of the Canadian five cent piece is the largest coin in the world!
Sudbury MiningSudbury is Canada's largest mining and metal smelting and refining centre. There are 17 mines in the vicinity. The Sudbury Basin, formed by a fallen meteor, provides about 16 per cent of the world's nickel, as well as significant amounts of copper and platinum metals.
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