Science Museum
South Kensington, London
Visit any day
Hands-on galleries, live science shows and IMAX films. Free entry.
- Home ed
- Welcome any day; discounts on most paid activities in term time. Home Educators' Days booked by phone after registering on the group portal: 0330 058 0058 (option 1, then 3).
- Ages
- The Garden 3–6, Pattern Pod 4–7, most shows/Wonderlab 7+
- Cost
- Free entry; IMAX, Wonderlab and some exhibitions paid
- Practical
- Open daily 10:00–18:00
- Good to know
- On term-time weekdays Wonderlab is set aside for particular age groups on different days.
Why we'd go
Wonderlab is the highlight: very hands-on, with live demos from the explainers. Best from about age 6, and worth around three hours on its own.
Watch out for
It gets crowded, especially in school holidays – go at 10am or after 4pm. Book the free entry ticket ahead, and note Wonderlab is paid. Bring a packed lunch.
Details last checked: 25 September 2026. Please check with the venue before you travel.
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