Kids and adults alike will enjoy the shows, games and demonstrations at this interactive celebration of science and discovery.
The Glasgow Science Centre is brimming with exciting exhibits, covering all aspects of modern science. An integral part of the redevelopment programme at Pacific Quay, the museum takes up three levels of a futuristic building on the River Clyde’s southern bank. It also houses Scotland’s only IMAX cinema, showing a full programme of standard and 3D films on its huge screen.
Discover the impressive abilities of the human body at the Bodyworks exhibition on the third floor. Take a turn on the giant hamster wheel to see how much energy you can generate and play surgeon as you carry out a simulated autopsy. Any budding scientists will want to spend time in the Live Lab, where you can get involved in some serious lab work – everything from making toothpaste to dissecting a lung!
On the second floor, get involved in the moral debate at an exhibit dedicated to exploring the social and ethical concerns surrounding controversial scientific issues. The whole level is littered with interactive exhibits and games, including the chance to simulate an earthquake on the shake-it tables or see your surroundings from a new perspective with a thermal imaging camera.
The first floor is a fantastic place for younger visitors. The Big Explorer is a water wonderland aimed at under-7s, where you can control cranes and learn about rising and sinking. The whole family will enjoy gazing at the wonders of the heavens in the Planetarium. It has a soft play area for toddlers too!
Open every day from March to November and Wednesdays to Sundays through the winter months, the museum’s entry fee represents great value for money. Films at the IMAX are paid for separately and there is a small fee for the Planetarium.
To get to the science centre, you can catch a train to the Exhibition Centre and walk across the millennium bridge. It is a 10-minute drive from the city centre and buses also stop nearby. There is a car park in the grounds, where you can leave your car for a fee.
