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Spotswood · West

Scienceworks

A hands-on science museum with interactive exhibitions, a planetarium and special school-holiday and under-five programmes.

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Children exploring the Think Ahead exhibition at Scienceworks
Image: Museums Victoria

Plan the visit

Suitable ages
Family museum; Ground Up is designed for young children and other exhibitions suit primary ages. Source ↗
Activity
Interactive science exhibitions, construction play, shows, workshops and planetarium sessions. Source ↗
Setting
Predominantly indoor museum experience. Source ↗
Opening hours
Daily 10am–4:30pm. Source ↗
Booking
General entry and paid add-ons can be booked online; special events may sell out. Source ↗
Food options
Food availability varies by visit; check the current plan-your-visit information.
Accessibility
Official pages link accessibility guidance, social stories and low-sensory sessions. Source ↗

Research sources

Operator website checked 2026-09-20. This is desk research from official sources, not a review of a visit. Programmes, prices and availability can change.

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