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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 3108 reviews

“Young at heart ❤️”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 5d 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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“LEGO, from a brain to space-rocket and full-size Martian Rover, to stimulate creative thoughts.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by Angus M

The current special exhibition "Curiosity- building breakthroughs in Lego bricks" is a wonderful experience for all ages from about 4 or 5 up. Some huge models of a "Lego Man", a rocket and many...

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“Hands on fun!”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2mos ago by amandadW6452YO

Attended Questacon with hubby and 10 year old son. My son's favourite part was the Excite Level - lots of hands on activities. The Earthquake room was a good experience. Hubby enjoyed sitting...

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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