Online Tickets
Due to COVID capacities, all visitors (including Science Space members) must pre-purchase their tickets online via the link below.
All guests who purchase tickets to visit must review and agree to our COVID visitation guidelines.
Please also refer to the COVID reopening FAQs.
PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERS MUST USE THEIR OWN TICKET LINK SENT TO THEM VIA EMAIL. PLEASE CALL IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE IT.
Operating Hours
Regular Opening Hours
Monday: 10am-4pm
Tuesday: 10am-4pm
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 10am-4pm
Friday: 10am-4pm
Saturday : 10am-4pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm
We do not operate a schedule for the Planetarium and the Theatre for the general public during on weekdays (NSW Term time).
Weekends at Science Space
We are open every weekend from 10am-4pm. Check out the Weekends at Science Space Page for more details.
Weekend Show program (starts Sat 23rd Oct 2021)
| 11.00am | Bubbleology | Science Theatre Show |
| 11.30am | Solar System Expedition | Planetarium Show |
| 12.00pm | Bubbleology | Science Theatre Show |
| 12.30pm | Beyond the Sun *NEW SHOW* | Planetarium Show |
| 1.10pm | Solar System Expedition | Planetarium Show |
| 2.00pm | Liquid Nitrogen | Science Theatre Show |
| 2.30pm | Beyond the Sun *NEW SHOW* | Planetarium Show |
| 3.00pm | Liquid Nitrogen | Science Theatre Show |
NB. No weekday public shows are available during NSW term time
School Holiday Opening Hours
We are open every day 10 am-4 pm in the school holidays (including Wednesdays).
Prices
| TICKET TYPE | CHILD | ADULT | CONCESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Pass All-day exhibition space access |
$12 | $16 | $14 |
| Planetarium & Live Science Show Add on | $4 | $4 | $4 |
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Infants Under 12 months (free), age 1 ($2.50), age 2 ($3.50), age 3 ($4.50) |
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Gift Cards
Looking for that perfect gift for a young aspiring scientist? Why not grab a 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 | $65 |
| Individual Concession (Adults Only) | $55 |
| Family (1 adult and 1 child) | $90 |
| Family (1 adult and 2 children) | $95 |
| Family (2 adults and 1 child) | $100 |
| Family (2 adults and 2 children) | $110 |
| Additional Children (to an existing membership) | $10 per child |
BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP & GIFT CARDS!
Science Space members enjoy:
- Free yearly general admission to the Science Space (during public sessions)
- 10% off Science Shop purchases
- 10% off Science Space birthday party packages
- Discounts on school holiday camps
- 15% off memberships to Early Start Discovery Space
- Free parking (only in conjunction with Science Space visit)
Free or discounted general admission to the following (excludes special exhibits and events): **NOTE THESE DISCOUNTS ARE CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DURING COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS**
- Discovery Centre Bendigo
- Newcastle Regional Museum
- National Maritime Museum, Sydney (20% discount off the Big Ticket)
- Powerhouse Museum, Sydney*
- Questacon, Canberra 50% discount to the current timed entry (includes 10% off Q Shop)**
- Sciencentre, Brisbane
- Science Works, Melbourne Museum and Immigration Museum, part of Museums Victoria***
- SciTech, Western Australia (includes 20% off Discovery shop)
Please note
- PARKING – Parking is free for all Science Space visitors. Hand your ticket into front reception for validation when you pay for entry. Boom gates remain open on weekends.
- 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:
- 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 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 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 Science Space members living within the 100km radius.
- ***Free entry to Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks and Immigration Museum, part of Museums Victoria available only to Science Space Members residing outside of Victoria.
- N.B. 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.