September Weekend
Ready for a September weekend full of science fun?
We’re open from 10am every day during the holiday, with plenty to see and explore! (25-28 Sept inc.)
Book Your Visit
Science Mall
A playground for curious minds
Three floors of “so that's how it works!”, “I didn’t know that!”, and “let me try!”. With over 300 interactive exhibits, you’ll push, pull, tap and bash your way through a whirlwind of science and discovery.
Workshops & Activities
Experiment, create, discover
Shadow Puppets (Floor 1 - Suitable for 8 and under)*
Bring your shadow puppet to life using light and shadows.
Newton Disc (Floor 2 - Suitable for 8+)*
Can you reverse the rainbow? What happens when we mix different colours of light? In this workshop you'll create a spinning disc to discover how light works!
Science Show Theatre
Live science in action!
Rocket Science!
Discover the forces that we use to launch rockets into space and bring them back safely to Earth!
The Planetarium
Explore the stars in comfort
Enjoy one of our live presenter-led star shows or full-dome animated films in our immersive 360° planetarium.*
Choose from:
The Great Solar System Adventure (all ages)
Space Explorers (7 and under)
Autumn Astronomy (8 and over)
IMAX
Larger than life on Scotland's biggest screen
Get up close with penguins and their heart-warming journey in our IMAX mini-blockbuster, Penguins: A Love Story 3D, or take a spectacular adventure around the world with six fascinating faunal families in Animal Kingdom 3D
Eating & Drinking
Refuel your adventure
Take a break and enjoy something delicious at the café or coffee shop in the IMAX Theatre foyer. Choose from hot meals, light bites, fresh sandwiches, and kids’ favourites, plus a tempting range of cakes, pastries and refreshing drinks.
*All programming subject to change. Please ask at the ticket desk upon arrival for details.
IMAX mini-blockbusters and Planetarium experiences can be purchased as add-ons to day tickets either online or in person.
Please note: our workshops are sign-up only and run on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving early for the best chance to secure a spot.
From 25 - 28 September, we're open from 10:00-17:00
Book Tickets
There’s no shortage of excitement coming up at Glasgow Science Centre. Find out what's on.
Your donations make a real difference!
As a registered Scottish charity, our mission is to engage and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to discover and enjoy science. Your generosity will allow us to continue to provide fun and informative outreach programmes for young people and to work with communities from the local area and across Scotland, making a real difference to people's lives. We appreciate your support.
Science Passport
Get unlimited access to the Science Mall for a year when you become a member of our Science Passport scheme.
Price
£44.25 per adult | £39.45 per concession | £34.50 per child | Under 3s go free!
Buying a Science Passport
The best way to purchase is online as you will be able to manage your Science Passport and renew through your online account in future and we will keep you up to date when your year is nearly up.