Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre
Overview
Explore playful Australian stories in this indoor play space for 0-6 year-olds, open at the National Museum of Australia.
The Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre is a fun and immersive play space, fostering play-based learning in an inclusive and adventurous setting.
Discover ropes to climb, an interactive fish trap, a wheelchair-accessible rocking deck and bunyip dress-ups by the billabong.
In a quieter area, find an infant crawl space and snuggly reading nooks, perfect for storytime.
Bookings are essential. Costs apply.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
Based on 2122 reviews“Not worth it unfortunately”
This was a waste of time tbh. We went to the Pompeii exhibit which was ok, but the rest of the museum was a bit disappointing.
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Avoid if you like museums. Go if you like watching audiovisuals.”
An awful museum. Very few objects and generally these are very second rate (a twenty year old fireman's helmet as an example). Lots of audio visuals (which could be watched via YouTube) and wasted...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Very disappointing, confusing and a waist of time.”
Very disappointing confused displays at amateur level. No real theme and absolutely no European history of Australia. Whilst the First Nations historically is critical and should be celebrated the...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorFacilities
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Family Friendly
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Public Toilet
- Shop / Gift Shop