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Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 87 attractions in Canberra
Traveler Description: With over 200 educational and interactive exhibits, Questacon seeks to make science fun for all.
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Attraction type: Science museum
Address: King Edward Terrace Canberra
Australia
Tel: +61 2 6270 2800
Fax: +61 2 6270 2808

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5 of 5 stars
yorkygirlCentralQld   11 contributions
Mackay, Australia
Sep 24, 2009

This science centre was a great half day out in Canberra. Very long walk from the car park though. The exhibits were very well contructed, the engineering show very funny and great gifts in the gift shop. Loved all the experiments just hanging from the roof or in the public places too. more

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3 of 5 stars
capt squeak   5 contributions
Carlingford, Australia
Jun 16, 2009

We recently visited Canberra, specifically to visit Questacon with our twin eleven yr olds. Unfortunately the whole place needs to have some money spent on it. It may have been ok 5 years ago, but science is moving forward fast. The only thing my boys enjoyed was the 'roller coaster' simulator in the sideshow hall. Younger children might enjoy it... more

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5 of 5 stars
13whiterabbit   12 contributions
Sydney
Sep 28, 2008

I've always had fond memories of Questacon from childhood so I came back with my friends on a roadtrip and its still as good as ever. Admittedly, we're probably the only one from our age group playing there but it was still alot of fun. Great place for kids or those that are kids at heart. more

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5 of 5 stars
homesyd   8 contributions
Sydney, Australia
Oct 11, 2006
4
people found this review helpful

Another fantastic place to visit in Canberra especially for children. Everything is hands on and very interesting and educational. Even my 1 year old had a good time in Mini Q, especially the waterplay area. The Sports Quest section was another big hit with the children - you can measure how fast you run, ride a surf board, measure how... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Marlee, NSW
May 1, 2004
5
people found this review helpful

The best thing about Qusetacon was the rollercoaster because it was a fun ride. All the rides were great, it is a great place to visit. more

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Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre Address

King Edward Terrace, Canberra, Australia
Tel: +61 2 6270 2800 Fax: +61 2 6270 2808