My kids are 11 and 13 and really enjoyed the visit. It's quite small compared to Questacon but we found the displays and information to be of a higher quality and much more detailed and we ended up spending longer here. The displays are very reliant on interactive touchscreen technology, there are lots of individual videos and 2 theatrettes, one...
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a treasure for canberra with loads of great stuff for kids - would be good to have more engaging staff on the floors for kids.
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This is a great place to bring older kids and teens to learn about Australian science, agriclture, and related themes. Very busy with school groups mid week.
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Our family went here in the school holidays. Our kids are 10 and 12 years. Entry is $20 a family, and there is a cafe on site for refreshments and light lunch. There is a 3D show and lots of interactive things for the kids to do. The focus is on global environment changes, so the information is educational. I...
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A bit challenging for younger kids, especially those not interested in science, but as an adult would happily spend more time there.
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Good visit but $20 to get in? for 2 kids and 2 adults?
Catch the lift from Level 1 and avoid paying
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