For the first time, Questacon is hurling open its doors with the promise of free entry this weekend. Introduced to help make the national science and technology centre accessible to all, the free weekend is expected to attract thousands of visitors across both days.
Also to know is, how much is parking at Questacon?
Pay parking is charged at $3.10 per hour and $14.50 per day or $70.00 for a five day ticket.
Is questacon good for toddlers?
Questacon has long had a reputation as an awesome destination for curious kids with its hands on galleries showcasing science in action. And the good news is it's not only for older kids - Questacon has a gallery called Mini Q and it's entirely designed with the 0 - 6 year age bracket in mind.
What is the purpose of Questacon?
Questacon develops and delivers around Australia hands-on exhibits, science shows and demonstrations presented by young scientists, trained science communicators and actors. Questacon's approach is based on the proven educational value of hands-on activities supported by face-to-face science demonstrations.
How long do you need at Questacon?
How long you visit Questacon for largely depends on the ages of your kids and how long you're spending in Canberra. We think it's best for kids of about 4 and up. We spent 3.5 hours there recently but could have stayed longer – that was with a 4.5 and 6.5 year old.