Tech Dome Penang
Tech Dome Penang
4.5
Speciality MuseumsNatural History MuseumsScience Museums
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Explore, discover & experience science at Penang's 1st Science Discovery Centre (KOMTAR, Georgetown). 150+ interactive exhibits & countless hours of fun.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Khalaf Hanafi
Gelugor, Malaysia6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
Located at the capital of Penang, Tech Dome is a hidden gem for penangites and tourists to explore besides other extravagant places around the wondrous city of George Town. It is near by The TOP Penang Theme Park at the building of Komtar. The location is so easy to access by public transportation too! So if you want to explore more during your staycation at the 'Pearl of the Orient', don't forget to visit Tech Dome Penang. 🔭🎨✨
Written August 25, 2022
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Muhammad Ikwan
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
techdome penang was a great place to visit especially when you love and curious about science. Techdome provide an assists and tools to make us know better in science. Besides that all the tools provided is very handy and easy to use, so children can use it easily. Besides that, all the staff is very helpful and well trained with knowledge makes the techdome safe to visit. In certain day techdome will organize science show so all the parents can bring their children to see the shows and get involve and this is good actually, because it will inspire children especially to love science
Written March 16, 2020
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written March 20, 2020
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Susie L
Melbourne, Australia91 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We spent a morning at the Tech Dome and really enjoyed it. There are heaps of hands on activities and information. Our children (9 and 11) really loved it. We went to the local food court for lunch then came back and spent another hour or so there.
Written January 18, 2020
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written February 3, 2020
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Nurul Hazita
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
The best place for teenagers and students. It was an amazing place to visit. It gave lot of information about the new technology and various scientific facts. I have visited it. This science museum will increase your curiosity to the next level. Their technology are amazing. It have information such as the life tech, robotics and information technology.
You must visit this place if you love technology.
Written December 21, 2022
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AprilsAngel
Kuching, Malaysia107 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Family
Went to Tech Dome on the 1st day of our arrival in Georgetown and we definitely enjoyed ourselves. Loads of things to do and try, even my 4-year old had fun running around trying everything. Think we might've spent close to 3 hours before heading out. Definitely an afternoon well spent.
Written June 13, 2019
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Written July 1, 2019
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ylkhong
Kulim, Malaysia7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2016 • Family
Very interesting place in KOMTAR Georgetown. 120 interactive exhibits including only free standing vertical drop slide in the world and world's first digital autopsy tool in science centre. Highly recommended
Written July 23, 2016
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written June 4, 2017
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Shah M
Dhaka City, Bangladesh103 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018
Science, Science & Science. You can enjoy a lot of scientific activities here. You can also apply some formulas of science to experience them.
Written September 9, 2019
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written November 22, 2019
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serina2000
London, UK169 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 • Solo
I had a really fun time. The experience was better when there were staff nearby to help make sure we were doing things correctly. A very small number of the activities did not appear to be working. You can also watch people wall climb and do the gravity drop activities before you decide whether you want to pay extra for them. I did the wall climbing and the staff were very nice in finding me something to wear on top of my white t-shirt so that the rusty harness would not ruin my top. The place seems to run on volunteers. It's a shame that it was not as busy as it should be - it's a really great learning environment for adults and children. I highly recommend the visit, particularly as it's a great way to escape the heat!
Written March 15, 2019
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written June 7, 2019
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danjumbuck
Malaysia229 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2016 • Friends
Penang island is a haven for good eats and with Georgetown, the UNESCO Heritage Site co-claimed with Malacca down South, you can top up on your arts, crafts, and quirky cafes while meandering along shophouses, markets, and places of worship. There's also the beaches and the malls. And the throngs of tourists. And now, there's also a science centre.

The Tech Dome Penang is the newest science centre in the country, with all the right credentials to support the name. Located at the base of the historic Komtar tower, you can access the centre through the shops at the lower levels. Tech Dome Penang is on level 4 of Komtar so head up a few flights and follow the numerous signs.

Entering Tech Dome, you get a sense of a cavernous space and that's because the main gallery is located within the Komtar Geodesic Dome. Formerly a multipurpose hall, the space has been repurposed as the Tech Dome, with a mezzanine floor added in.

The other thing you will notice is the vertical drop - a signature experience here in Tech Dome. Experience free fall safely while behind you, climbers scale the vertical wall. And the structure is free-standing, a reported first in the world.

With various exhibits ranging from classic science centre stuff to futuristic bits of tomorrow, there's really lots to do here. Admission fees are competitive and location is accessible. Top it up with the friendly and informed staff and you have all the right ingredients for a science centre!

Next time you're in Penang, check them out for some wholesome indoor escapade.
Written August 21, 2016
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Written June 4, 2017
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Jov
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2021
One of the best place in penang to learn and experience science for both kids and adult. They enable visitors to understand science deeply through different fields of exhibit. Moreover, the exhibits are also fun and interactive which allow visitor to try out and gain knowledge as well as experience in physically and mentally.
Written January 4, 2021
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We are glad you had a great time at Tech Dome Penang. Do visit us again! :)
Written January 4, 2021
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