Science Exhibitions & Planetarium - Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium

Immersive Exhibitions

Experience a brand new sound, hearing and vibration immersive exhibition!

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Explosive Live Science

Be wowed by huge demos in Science Live and an exciting free live show

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Nature Discoveries

Take on the activities in our indoor / outdoor nature based experimentation zone, Bio:Space

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The UK's largest standalone Planetarium

Fly through the stars in our out-of-this-world Planetarium shows

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The Gift of Adventure

Can't visit right now? Don't worry, treat yourself or a loved one to the perfect gift with our day out gift vouchers or yearly Annual Pass!

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VISITOR UPDATE: Following the latest government announcement we can confirm that we remain closed but are now working towards reopening in the week of 17 May. If you were issued a credit note or are an Annual Pass holder, we will be in touch with you directly over the next few days. Thank you all for your patience.

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Science@Home: Observing Space

Create your own telescope and explore the stars above us

February Stargazing Guide

Head outside and look up at the stars with this months stargazing guide

Science@Home: Martian Mission

Head to Mars and explore its rocky surface and red sand

Visitor's info

An exciting family destination, Winchester Science Centre is the South of England's interactive science and technology centre with the largest standalone planetarium in the UK. Open 7 days a week, we provide exciting, hands-on science experiences to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of great scientists!

With two floors of fascinating, interactive science exhibits, stunning South Downs National Park surroundings and a vibrant events programme, the Science Centre makes for a brilliant action-packed family day out whatever the weather!

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