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Attraction / Museums

Scitech

Scitech is an interactive West Perth science centre with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and included science and puppet theatre programs.

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  • The all-day ticket includes more than 100 hands-on exhibits, the planetarium and scheduled science and puppet theatre programs.
  • Scitech is across the road from City West Station.
  • The centre is wheelchair and pram accessible.
  • Packed lunches are welcome; there is no permanent cafe inside.

May change: Planetarium sessions, theatre times, feature exhibitions, ticket availability and holiday demand.

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Hands-On Exhibits And Shows

Scitech is built around active participation, with more than 100 hands-on exhibits rather than a traditional look-only museum format.

A standard all-day ticket includes the planetarium, scheduled science and puppet theatre programs and the current feature exhibition. Check the session board when you arrive so timed programs do not clash.

Who It Suits And How Long To Allow

It works best for families and visitors who enjoy experimenting, building, testing and asking questions. Younger children can use the hands-on spaces with close supervision; interest matters more than a fixed age cut-off.

A half day is a practical starting point. Allow longer if the planetarium, theatre programs and feature exhibition are all part of your plan.

Food, Prams And Access

Scitech is wheelchair and pram accessible. Packed lunches are welcome, vending machines are available and nearby City West cafes provide alternatives; there is no permanent cafe inside.

School holidays can be busy. Online booking guarantees entry when a particular day matters.

Getting There

City West Station is directly across the road from Scitech, making the final walk short and straightforward.

Use the official visitor page for the current parking option if you are driving.

Is It Worth Visiting?

Reason to visit

Scitech suits visitors interested in families, science, rainy days. It is in West Perth, opposite City West Station.

Reason to skip

Skip it if your group does not enjoy hands-on science, interactive exhibits or timed shows.

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How long to allow

Half day is practical; the ticket permits all-day entry. Keep extra time for current access, queues, weather, breaks and nearby stops.

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FAQ

What is included in a Scitech ticket?

The current all-day ticket includes the hands-on exhibits, planetarium, scheduled science and puppet theatre programs and the feature exhibition.

Can I take a pram into Scitech?

Yes. Scitech lists the centre as wheelchair and pram accessible.

Is there a cafe inside Scitech?

There is no permanent cafe inside. Packed lunches are welcome, vending machines are available and cafes are nearby.

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Alex Osk
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