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Questacon

The National Science and Technology Centre

Questacon is an interactive museum of science with exhibits illustrating scientific ideas from the principles of physics to the motion of an earthquake. Great for kids and excellent science books can be picked up here. Allow at least half a day.

Address: King Edward Tce, Parkes
Hours: 9AM-5PM
Price: AUD 15.50 adults, AUD 10.50 concessions, AUD 9 children, and AUD 46 for a family of 2 adults and 3 children
Website: questacon.edu.au (opens in a new tab)

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