
Tourist Facility - Amusement Park, Theme Park
The much-loved Questacon science centre in Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle with a 4.5 rating across 18 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
This tourist attraction is the National Science and Technology Centre on King Edward Terrace in Parkes, in Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle. With 18 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a much-loved destination.
The appeal is hands-on fun and discovery for all ages — Canberra's celebrated science and technology centre, a genuine favourite for families, school groups and the curious, packed with interactive exhibits that make science a joy, right among the capital's national attractions. It's a genuinely rewarding outing.
Exhibits, sessions, ticketing and opening hours change over time. To make the most of your visit, it's worth checking the current details directly before you go.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 66
- Popularity
- 39
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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