Scienceworks Tickets

Hands-on scientific journey 

Step into the Melbourne Planetarium for an immersive journey through space. Designed for curious minds of all ages, the experience combines cutting-edge visuals with expert storytelling, making astronomy accessible and exciting for everyone.

A journey through space 

Visit the Melbourne Planetarium and explore the wonders of the universe. With stunning digital projections, this experience brings space to life in a way that’s fun and easy to understand for all ages. See the projections of stars, planets, and galaxies. Whether you’re visiting with family and friends or as a lover of science, Scienceworks Melbourne can be a fun way to learn more about science and technology.

Scienceworks Tickets

Discover Scienceworks, Melbourne's premier science and technology museum, on this comprehensive guided tour that includes entry tickets to the Melbourne Planetarium, Boilerhouse Gallery, Discovery Zone, and Launchpad. The tour runs for approximately 4 hours with audio guides available in English, Mandarin, and Spanish. Visitors will explore over 25 interactive exhibits spread across more than 10 acres of indoor and outdoor space. With a focus on hands-on learning, the museum offers activities suitable for all age groups—kids, families, and science enthusiasts alike. The Melbourne Planetarium, established in 1968, is particularly noteworthy as it was the first in Australia to feature fully digital projection technology, allowing visitors to experience astronomy shows translated into multiple languages and viewed worldwide.

Explore Interactive Exhibits at Scienceworks

Your tour stops at Scienceworks where you can immerse yourself in over 25 interactive exhibits spread across more than 10 acres of indoor and outdoor space. Established in 1968, the museum features a Boilerhouse Gallery showcasing steam engines from the Victorian era, an expansive Discovery Zone with hands-on science activities, and Launchpad, which offers thrilling physics experiments for visitors to try out. The Melbourne Planetarium, located within Scienceworks, was the first of its kind in Australia to feature fully digital projection technology, enabling immersive astronomy shows that explore stars, planets, and the vast universe. Visitors spend around 2-3 hours engaging with these exhibits, learning about scientific discoveries through interactive displays and demonstrations. This unique blend of historical artifacts and modern technology sets Scienceworks apart from other science museums, making it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the evolution of science and technology.

Marvel at Melbourne Planetarium's Digital Projections

At Scienceworks, guests can marvel at the Melbourne Planetarium, established in 1968 as the first planetarium in Australia to feature fully digital projection technology. The facility covers an area of approximately 500 square meters and offers immersive astronomy shows that explore stars, planets, and the vast universe. Visitors spend about 30 minutes experiencing these shows, which are translated into multiple languages including English, Mandarin, Spanish, and French. Since its inception, the Melbourne Planetarium has hosted thousands of visitors from around the world, making it a landmark in Australian science education. Its digital projection system allows for unparalleled visual experiences, setting it apart from traditional planetariums that rely on static models.

Tour Highlights

• Get entry tickets to Scienceworks Melbourne
• Engage with 25+ interactive exhibits at Discovery Zone
• Explore steam engines in Boilerhouse Gallery since 1968
• Experience fully digital projection shows at Planetarium worldwide
• Enjoy hands-on physics experiments in Launchpad area
• Audio guides available in English, Mandarin, and Spanish
• Access to over 10 acres of indoor and outdoor space

Perfect for kids, families, and science lovers, this guided tour provides an engaging exploration through interactive exhibitions. The 4-hour format allows you to get entry tickets to Scienceworks Melbourne, engage with 25+ interactive exhibits at Discovery Zone, explore steam engines in Boilerhouse Gallery since 1968, experience fully digital projection shows at Planetarium worldwide, and enjoy hands-on physics experiments in Launchpad area. This tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the wonders of science and technology.