About Winchester Science Centre
Explore hands-on exhibits where young scientists can control objects using mind power, make their own music and build towering water tornadoes in this fully accessible interactive science museum.
What's nearby
- voco Winchester Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel 250m away
- The ANA Spa 250m away
- IAC Cars ltd 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Absolutely fantastic. Lots to do lots to see. Easy to navigate. Really well laid out and one of the most friendly SEN places we have been before. There is a quiet space for people who need a break etc. The planetarium was amazing. Definitely worth the extra 5pounds. Stunning and so informative. The lady doing the presenting was fantastic . Will visit again.
· via Google
We went on a weekday and it was crowded as it was half term. Its a good place to take your science enthusiatic kid. Lots of information in a very simple narration, live science experiments, planetariam show and much more. We loved it and would reccommend to people, if you cant go to science muesum in London then they should visit this one at least once. Staff is very polite and friendly.
· via Google
Absolutely amazing with beautiful views aswell. Knowledgeable staff and the interactive exhibits which meet everyone where they are at with understanding- from sensory exploration to more in depth explanations. Highly, highly recommend. Truly value for money. They have sensory packs now too! With a sensory story, ear defenders and some fidget toys. Incredibly accessible for neurodivergent needs. We will be back!
· via Google
Fun day out, the planetarium is worth the extra cost. There are science experiments every 30 mins or so, plenty of activities for kids to try out. Also a decent inside and outside eating area.
· via Google
Visitors consistently praise this science center for its amazing planetarium experience and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Furthermore, they highlight the accessible facilities catering to neurodivergent needs.
Some reviews mention the prices can be overpriced.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Telegraph Way, Winchester, SO21 1HZ Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.3 / 5 (1,027 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 3-12
- Suggested visit
- 3-4 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Winchester