Online Tickets
All visitors (including UOW Science Space members) are encouraged to pre-purchase their tickets online via the link below to avoid disappointment. Some show sessions can book out during peak busy times, particularly rainy weekends and school holidays.
Weekend Show Schedule for Term 1, 2024:
Regular Opening Hours (NSW Term time)
Monday: 10am-4pm
Tuesday: 10am-4pm
Wednesday: CLOSED (during school term)
Thursday: 10am-4pm
Friday: 10am-4pm
Saturday : 10am-4pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm
Please note: Planetarium and Science Theatre sessions for the general public run on weekends only during NSW school terms.* General admission must be purchased to attend a planetarium or Science Theatre Session
Easter & Public Holiday Hours
29 March, Good Friday – CLOSED
30 March, Easter Saturday – OPEN
31 March, Easter Sunday – CLOSED
1 April, Easter Monday – OPEN
25 April, ANZAC DAY– OPEN
Prices
General Entry prices (no shows)
| INDIVIDUAL ENTRY TICKET TYPE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| General Entry | Adult | $16 |
| General Entry | Concession | $14 |
| General Entry | Child (age 4-16 years) | $12 |
| General Entry | Infant (age 0-3 years) | FREE |
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Combined Pass prices (includes shows*)
| COMBINED PASS TYPE *NEW FOR 2024* | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Individual Combined Pass | Adult | $21 |
| Individual Combined Pass | Concession | $19 |
| Individual Combined Pass | Child (age 4-16 years) | $17 |
| Family Combined Pass | 1 Adult & 2 children | $52 |
| Family Combined Pass | 2 Adults & 1 Child | $55 |
| Family Combined Pass | 2 Adults & 2 children | $70 |
| Infants (age 0-3 years) | FREE |
*NB: The Combined Pass offers discounted general entry plus 1 planetarium ticket and 1 science show ticket per person. Shows can only be selected on arrival. Some shows may have limited availability at peak times so early arrival is advised if you wish to see specific shows.
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Parking
Parking is free for all UOW Science Space visitors. Hand your ticket into front reception for validation when you check-in an online booking or pay for entry. Boom gates remain open on weekends.
Gift Cards
Looking for that perfect gift for a young aspiring scientist? Why not grab a UOW Science Space gift card! Purchase your gift card online for the amount of your choice through the membership button below. Birthdays, Christmas, or just because, this gift is sure to make the special person in your life smile.
Memberships
We have a range of membership packages available for access to unlimited visits, exclusive offers and discounts. Click the button below to purchase yours today!
| MEMBERSHIP TYPE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Individual Adult | $85 |
| Second Adult | $32 |
| Child (no limit) | $11 |
NB Concession card holders must purchase memberships onsite with a valid concession card to receive discount.
UOW Science Space members enjoy:
- Free yearly general admission to UOW Science Space (during public sessions)
- 10% off Science Shop purchases
- 50% of Planetarium and Live Science shows
- 10% off UOW Science Space birthday party packages
- Discounts on Mini Mondays preschool program, school holiday Curiosity Days and after school programs
- 15% off memberships to Early Start Discovery Space
- Free parking (only in conjunction with UOW Science Space visit)
Free or discounted general admission to the following (excludes special exhibits and events):
- Discovery Centre Bendigo
- Newcastle Regional Museum
- National Maritime Museum, Sydney (20% discount off the Big Ticket)
- Powerhouse Museum, Sydney* FREE entry
- Questacon, Canberra FREE entry (includes 10% off Q Shop)>**
- Sciencentre, Brisbane FREE entry
- Science Works, Melbourne Museum and Immigration Museum, part of Museums Victoria***
- SciTech, Western Australia (includes 20% off Discovery shop)
Please note
- We accept all major debit and credit cards (except American Express).
- Weekday shows (during school terms) are scheduled for booked schools and groups. Limited tickets may be available to the public but are not guaranteed. Please ask at reception upon arrival for more details.
- In peak busy times such as school holidays, planetarium and science shows can book out. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment. Show tickets are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
Entry requirements
- Children’s entry price applies to children between the ages of 4 and 18.
- Children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult. Children under the age of 16 will not be admitted into the exhibition or any shows without an accompanying adult.
- Carers must carry a valid companion or carers card.
Discounted memberships
UOW staff and students also receive 10% discount off a Science Space membership on presentation of a valid staff or student card.
Membership Conditions:
- Memberships cannot be used on some special events although discounts may be offered.
- Only one discount can be used per membership purchase
- We encourage visitors to take out a membership to their local science centre or museum. Reciprocal benefits are subject to change without advanced notice. For more information about benefits please contact us. Memberships are not valid for school or group visits.
- You will need to produce current photo ID with a valid membership card for entry. Memberships are NOT transferable between different families. Entry will only be granted to family members listed on card.
- Memberships are non-refundable.
- As per the reciprocal conditions, visitors who hold a Museums Victoria membership but reside in NSW are required to pay usual UOW Science Space entry fees.
- Free entry for reciprocal members residing outside of a 50km radius of the Powerhouse, Sydney. Standard admission fees will apply to UOW Science Space members living with the 50km radius.
- **Free entry for reciprocal members residing outside of a 100km radius of Questacon, Canberra. Standard admission fees will apply to UOW Science Space members living within the 100km radius.
- ***Free entry to Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks and Immigration Museum, part of Museums Victoria available only to UOW Science Space Members residing outside of Victoria.
- N.B. UOW Science Space members will receive a 10% discount off the total birthday party cost. Memberships are not valid for party package bookings and cannot be used to gain free entry for party guests.