Companion Card

We are proud to support Companion Card and offer complimentary admission upon presentation of a valid companion card at the time of purchase. Companion Card holders can bring their attendant free of charge.

Parking

We have accessible parking spaces in the main Scienceworks car park right near the building entry. Larger buses can park in the Booker Street carpark.

There are kerb ramps in front of the museum forecourt.

Parking information

Public transport

If catching the train to Scienceworks you'll arrive at Spotswood Station and travel a few blocks to get to the museum. Please visit the Metro trains website to assist with your train commute.

The route from Spotswood station to Scienceworks has kerb ramps at all road crossings. Ramp access to the station is graded in accordance with accessibility standards.

Mobility Scooter

A mobility scooter is available free of charge at the information desk at Scienceworks for your visit on a first-come basis on the day. We recommend booking the mobility scooter prior to your visit by calling Scienceworks 13 11 02. All exhibition galleries and public spaces have lift and/or ramp access.

There are four dedicated wheelchair spaces in the Planetarium and two in the Lightning Theatre. Visitors are advised to arrive 10–15 minutes early to secure a space, alternatively you can contact our bookings office.

Accessible lifts

Accessible lifts are located in the main foyer of Scienceworks and between the Think Ahead and Sportsworks Exhibitions.

There is ramp access to the Pumping station building.

Toilets

Accessible toilets are located on the ground floor of the main building:

• Main entrance (Accessible/ Family toilets/ Parents’ Room)
• Planetarium foyer (Accessible / Baby change table)
• Ground Up Exhibition (Accessible / Family toilets/ Parents’ Room)
• Pumping Station (Accessible)

Deaf access

The National Relay Service (NRS) can assist people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, please visit the Access Hub website for more information.

24-hour relay call numbers:

• TTY/voice calls: 133 677
• Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727
• SMS Relay: 0423 677 767

Assistive listening

There are hearing loops in a number of spaces at Scienceworks the Planetarium, Lightning Theatre, Amphitheatre and Auditorium.

Ground floor

• The Lightning Theatre x1
• The Amphitheatre x1
• Think Ahead Exhibition x2
• The Planetarium x1

Lower ground floor 

• The Energy Lab x1

Blind/low vision access

Service animals are welcome in the museum. The lift has tactile indicators.

Our exhibitions have tactile components. Please ask at the ticket desk for more information.