About W5
Belfast's hands-on science centre W5 offers countless interactive displays perfect for curious minds of all ages, with full pushchair access and baby changing facilities throughout.
What's nearby
- Odyssey Place next door
- Cineworld - Belfast next door
- Hollywood Bowl Belfast next door
- Belfast Giants Ice Hockey sse arena next door
- The O2 Belfast next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
The place is huge, with fantastic range of activities for kids. The staff were very kind and helpful. Really enjoyed the medical library on the first floor and 'physics' floor on the second floor. We didn't have enough time to explore the rest of the place will be explored in our next visit.
· via Google
W5 Belfast is well worth the money and offers a fantastic day out for both adults and children. My autistic child absolutely loved it and was engaged throughout our visit. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and interacted really well with visitors, which made the experience even more enjoyable. There's plenty to see and do, and we'll definitely be returning in the future. Highly recommended!
· via Google
W5 Belfast was an amazing experience! There was so much to see and do that you could easily spend the whole day there without getting bored. The interactive exhibits were fun and engaging for all ages, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Belfast
· via Google
Had a fantastic time at W5 Belfast! The interactive exhibits are brilliant for both kids and adults, with loads of hands-on activities that keep everyone entertained and learning at the same time. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the whole place was clean, modern, and very well organised. The climbing area and science exhibits were especially impressive, and there’s easily enough to spend several hours exploring everything. Great value for a family day out in Belfast — highly recommend visiting whether you’re local or just in the city for a trip!
· via Google
People say this science museum offers a wide variety of interactive exhibits and activities suitable for all ages, including a climbing area and a soft play area. Visitors also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean and well-maintained facilities. They also mention it provides great value for money, with tickets allowing re-entry throughout the day.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- The Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (2,664 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 2+
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Belfast