Name: Techniquest
Rating: 5.0

Techniquest

Techniquest, Stuart Street, Cardiff CF10 5BW, UK

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Techniquest is a science discovery centre located in Cardiff Bay, Wales. It gives visitors a hands-on approach to science and includes a science theatre, a planetarium, and an exhibition space with over 100 interactive exhibits aimed at visitors of all ages.

Science discovery centre with two floors of hands-on exhibits, live science shows and planetarium shows at weekends and during school holidays. Techniquest delivers more STEM education in communities and schools than any other science and discovery centre in the UK.

Price starts from £15.45 for Adults(16 years and over), £13.63 for Children(3-15 & under 3s free) and £52.72 for Family(Up to 5 persons, max 2 adults). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

What’s inside:

Set on the waterfront in the heart of Cardiff Bay, Techniquest has over 100 hands-on exhibits that let you experience science, technology, engineering and maths in a fun and exciting way.
One of Wales’ most popular all-weather family attractions, Techniquest now caters for children and adults of all ages. As you enter, you’ll discover the Science Capital, which has five different zones that focus on space, the environment, chemistry, world issues and biomedical science.
Alongside these, you’ll find a collection of original, classic Techniquest exhibits, on the Retro side of the building. This is a great space to head to if you’ve younger children in your party: the water area, giant piano and plasma sphere are particular favourites.
Children under 7 can let their imaginations run wild in the Mini Metro Play Zone that’s up on the first floor: just head up the stairs near the picnic area.
There’s more fun upstairs on the second floor, where you can get hands-on in the Create & Shape Zone. Spend quality family time together making cardboard models, epic brick buildings, elegant origami or hypnotic Spirographs — the choice is yours.
And that’s not all. There are live science shows in the auditorium; a super-snug 360° Planetarium and the KLA Lab to experience workshops in throughout the year. Check out the what’s on calendar to see what’s running on the date you plan to visit, and choose to add on that experience when you book your general admission tickets.
Whatever your age, you can discover a world of fascinating facts and explore science to your heart’s content through mind-boggling machines, curious contraptions, puzzles and digital gateways galore.
Great for a family day out, having fun with friends, educating the next generation or discovering science in later life — there’s plenty for curious minds and busy hands to get stuck into. Take time to explore the floor and find out which exhibits suit you best.
It’s completely up to you how much science-based knowledge you pick up while you’re here. You can dive deeper into various topics via the screens attached to some of our newer exhibits, and our expert team are always around to answer your questions.
If you want a fun-filled day out with the kids to make lasting memories together, we highly recommend the Hurricane experience and the ginormous silver slide for some great photos!
Our East Terrace now houses a sensory garden too, so you can explore a variety of plants through sight, scent and touch: or just take a seat and enjoy the views across the water while you take a break from mind-stretching puzzles for a while.
Millions of people have loved spending time at Techniquest over the years and now you’ll never be too old for a visit. With the Science Capital extension, the space has both grown and ‘grown up’ at the same time. Technology old and new helps to unpack science for every generation; getting hands-on and having fun really is the best way of discovering and remembering new things.

Facilities

Parking: There are several alternative parking options around Mermaid Quay (see below), but you may wish to allow extra time for your travel on your next visit to us.
Food & drink: Take a break at Coffee Mania, situated waterside at Techniquest with views over Cardiff Bay.
Toilets: There are gender-neutral toilets on the first floor, and single-sex toilets on the ground floor.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

General Admission:

Adult (16+): £15.45 Standard Ticket & £17.00 including donation.
Child (Age 3–15): £13.63 Standard Ticket & £15.00 including donation.
Under 3s: FREE.
Family (Up to 5 persons, max 2 adults): £52.72 Standard Ticket & £58.00 including donation.
Concession: £13.63 Standard Ticket & £15.00 including donation.

Late Entry:

Adult (16+): £9.54 Standard Ticket & £10.50 including donation.
Child (Age 3–15): £8.18 Standard Ticket & £9.00 including donation.
Under 3s: FREE.
Family (Up to 5 persons, max 2 adults): £31.81 Standard Ticket & £35.00 including donation.
Concession: £8.18 Standard Ticket & £9.00 including donation.

Toddler Day:

Adult (16+): £15.45 Standard Ticket & £17.00 including donation.
Child (Age 3–15): £13.63 Standard Ticket & £15.00 including donation.
Family (Up to 5 persons, max 2 adults): £52.72 Standard Ticket & £58.00 including donation.
Concession: £13.63 Standard Ticket & £15.00 including donation.

Annual Pass:
Premium Pass:

Adult (16+): £60.00 Standard Ticket & £66.00 including donation.
Child (Age 3–15): £53.00 Standard Ticket & £58.50 including donation.
Concession: £53.00 Standard Ticket & £58.50 including donation.
Family: £205.00 Standard Ticket & £226.00 including donation.

Pricing URL: https://tickets.techniquest.org/tickets

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Time may vary please check here: https://www.techniquest.org/visit/opening-times-and-prices/

Address: Techniquest, Stuart Street, Cardiff CF10 5BW, UK

Post Code: CF10 5BW

Council: Cardiff

County: South Glamorgan

By bus: Take the regular ‘Baycar’ service number 6 for a direct link to the bay from the city centre, or services 1, 2 and 8 for links to other areas nearby.
By bike: Techniquest is located near to the start of the Taff Trail. We provide facilities for bicycle storage by the main entrance. Techniquest cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to bicycles that are stored here.
By train: There are regular train services from Cardiff Queen Street to Cardiff Bay Station — Techniquest is just a 10-minute walk from Cardiff Bay Station.
Parking: There are several alternative parking options around Mermaid Quay (see below), but you may wish to allow extra time for your travel on your next visit to us.