 Science Museum (The)World famous hands-on experience
Address: Exhibition Road - South Kensington
SW7 2DD - Kensington/Chelsea
London
Nearest Bus or Train:South Kensington
Open Hours:10a-6p M-Su (Closed 24th-26th Dec)
The Science Museum's seven floors offer opportunities to explore the history of technology as well as to glimpse the future. Setting off from Launchpad, where you can get to grips with the laws of science, you can move on to a vast array of interactive galleries which demand audience participation - whether it be of the hands-on or brain-stimulating kind. From medical history to nuclear physics, it's all covered. Challenging the perception amongst many children that science is boring, the multitude of things to press, touch, watch and think about make this museum a firm favourite with the kids. Check out the new Wellcome Wing for state-of-the-art displays on the most up-to-date scientific projects. Its special features include morphing machines to show you how you'll look in thirty years time and 'antenna', an ever-changing exhibit of what's new in the science world. This wing also offers a more adult perspective on many of science's current ethical dilemmas. Another popular attraction is the IMAX cinema showing 2D and 3D films, but it does mean an additional cost.Please call before visiting, as event schedules are subject to change.
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