Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre
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Free-fall down a six-metre slide, freeze your own shadow, experience an earthquake or challenge a robot to a game of air hockey. Little scientists will enjoy Mini Q as they play, discover and learn in an exhibition specifically designed for 0–6 year olds.
Questacon’s eight interactive exhibitions feature more than 200 hands-on experiences, designed for visitors of all ages to touch, play and explore. Questacon’s exhibitions cover a range of science topics, from astronomy to zoology and everything in between.
No visit to Questacon is complete without watching—and perhaps taking a starring role—in a Spectacular Science Show.
Questacon is only a short walk from the centre of Canberra, and is in an ideal location for visitors to enjoy some of Canberra’s best tourist experiences.
When you need a break, Questacon’s Café provides the perfect spot to recharge and refuel. Questacon’s Q Shop offers a range of science-themed toys, gifts and souvenirs to continue the Questacon experience after you leave.
Due to current health advice on social distancing, please contact the business for the most up to date information regarding opening times and services.
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Daily: 9am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day.
COSTS
Between $17.50 and $23.00
Children under four are free of charge.
Family ticket (two adult and up to three kids): $70
ACCESSIBILITY
Suitable for guests with sufficient mobility to climb two or three steps, but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.
Suitable for guests who depend on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position at all times.
Suitable for guests with high support needs who uses a hoist and always travel with a carer.
Suitable for guests with a hearing impairment, from mild hearing loss to profoundly deaf.
Suitable for guests with a vision impairment. Attained by providing for guests with partial vision impairment or total loss of useable vision.
Location
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre
King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Barbeque
Cafe
Carpark
Family Friendly
Non Smoking Establishment
Parents Room
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #11 of 220 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence 2019
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“A must visit!”
A haven for kids! The scientific exploration options are both creative and informative. A superb way to learn. Highly recommended - even the cafe is excellent and reasonable value!
larso641
“Most visit place for young kids”
If your kids are fascinated by science, this is a most visit place. Kids will be amused by what science can do and make them realize that everything we do is related to science. Amazing place.
Himalayanwolf
“great place to bring young kids”
lots of different activities for children of all ages.
definite must visit if in canberra with kiddies
JackK506
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