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Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre

family of 4 walk up the Questacon ramp by the ticket desk
3 young people stand looking at a rainbow exhibit at Questacon
Q Lab
People standing in the Rear Science Terrace at Questacon
Young children attending a live Science Show at Questacon
Young child playing at Questacon
Young child playing at Questacon
Adults using a Questacon exhibit
family of 4 walk up the Questacon ramp by the ticket desk
3 young people stand looking at a rainbow exhibit at Questacon
Q Lab
People standing in the Rear Science Terrace at Questacon
Young children attending a live Science Show at Questacon

Overview

Questacon is Australia's national science centre, where science and technology come alive in a hands-on experience for all ages to inspire your imagination with the world of science and technology.

With over 200 interactive exhibits across 8 galleries, you can travel to the centre of an Earthquake, to the heart of a beehive, all the way to outer space!

To guarantee a visit to Questacon, please pre-book your ticket.

King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 3110 reviews

“Fun for everyone.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3d ago by AndyJohn74

We took our son here for the day and were rather impressed at the scale of the facility. There is so much to interact with and so much to learn at any age. Well worth the time to give the family a...

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“The magic of science”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1w ago by Dan L

We enjoyed our visit to Questacon, tasty snack at the cafe before heading to the exhibitions. Very interesting exhibits, many hands on, and amazing Lego creations. Enjoyed the Cam Wave, Infinite...

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“Young at heart ❤️”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by SHANE O

Great fun for young and old , spent most of the day there 😀 very friendly and helpful staff 👍 The drop needs a practice hang bar

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Facilities
  • Barbeque
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Family Friendly
  • Food and Refreshments
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Interactive Centre
  • Lockers
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Accessibility statement