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Science Museum

Exhibition Road | South Kensington, London SW7 2DD, England (Bayswater / Notting Hill / Lancaster Gate )
44 870 870 4868
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As featured in London for young kids
Ranked #93 of 890 attractions in London
Type: Science Museums
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: This museum chronicles the development of science and industry in Great Britain over the centuries, with an extensive collection from biochemistry and... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the development of science and industry in Great Britain over the centuries, with an extensive collection from biochemistry and photography to meteorology and astronomy. « less
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Stairs / lift, Bathroom facilities, Lockers / storage, Activities for older children
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Poole, Dorset
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Kids would love this place. The escalator to first floor was amazing and made you anticipate something special at the end of it. Sadly, this was not to be as the earthquake area was not open until the Autumn

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Belfast
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Although both the words 'science' and 'museum' could sound stuffy and dull in other contexts, this is a great place for children of all ages to visit

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Buckingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Only there for a little while at a trade peommotional event.But would love to return to see it all properly although I think it would take more than one day!.

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Boring. But free. Is the best way to describe it. There's absolutely loads to see, but very little to actually interact with which was the let-down. Can spend a few hours in there and learn a bit but it was just a bit dull. Also difficult to navigate even with a map due to the seperate sections and inability to... More

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Hull
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We found the ground floor display very interesting especially the space section. It was interesting to see the moon rock sample on display. Also the rocket section was interesting how everything developed from the German V2 rocket. But most of the rest of the museum is interactive displays which does not really appeal to us. This will obviously appeal to... More

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Amsterdam
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

It all began with really interesting details, but the levels thereafter were a bit dissapointing. We're glad we went there, because you always learn something and we did see some new stuff, but after being there for 1,5 hour we were really DONE!

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Swansea, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Our only regret is not spending nearly enough time at the museum!!! What we saw took much longer that expected. Why? Everything was so GOOD!!! This is a definite must for school children and adults alike. The exhibits are well planned, well presented and engrossing. Definitely on our "do again" list of London visits.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Went last August. Some parts are excellent- the aerospace section and hands-on zone especially. Maths zone and boats sections look like they've not been touched since the 1970s. It was extraordinarily busy when I went as it's a free exhibit in the UK's largest city- I was expecting this and while I did have to wait around to see some... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I love museum's but the Science Museum really has the wow factor. There is so much to do you couldn't possibly see it all in one day! My favourite part of the day was watching a 3D film in the IMAX. If you get a chance i would recommend Hubble to go and see, Leondardo Dicaprio narrates it and it's... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

The Science Museum is huge and is worthy of many repeat visits. On this occasion we plumped for LaunchPad which is an interactive play area based on 'sciencey' type games and things to do. Despite the big crowds (Easter weekend) we were able to get round all the cool gadgets and experiments. The music experiment in the basement of the... More

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