Opening hours

Science Gallery Melbourne is closed for university summer break, and will reopen Wednesday 18 February 2026.

Normal opening hours Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm.

Entry is free.

Group visits

Visiting as a group? Whether colleagues, friends or family, we welcome you to chat to our friendly Mediators and connect with our exhibition. For any questions about visiting with a group, please contact us by email. 

Schools Information

Schools programs are available Tuesday to Friday.

Head over to our Learning Experiences page for information on our offerings for schools. Alternatively, contact the Learning Team on (03) 8344 1420 or school-bookings@unimelb.edu.au.

Tertiary Information

Tertiary programs are available Monday to Friday with exclusive access Monday and Tuesday.

Check our our Tertiary programs and contact us at mc-academicengagement@unimelb.edu.au to explore how we can collaborate for a more impactful learning experience for your students.

Access

Science Gallery Melbourne is wheelchair accessible. The building contains an audio hearing loop and transcripts of most audio installations are available. See our accessibility page for more information.

COVID-19 information

Follow the latest updates if you are unwell with symptoms of COVID-19 or other infectious illnesses such as colds and influenza.

You are welcome to wear a face mask for personal and community safety.

Address

Science Gallery Melbourne
Melbourne Connect
114 Grattan St, Parkville VIC 3052

 

Storage

Lockers are available on the basement floor, free of charge. Large items can be cloaked at the front desk.

Audio-described venue map

Visit our Accessibility webpage to listen to an audio-described venue map and wayfinding information.

Getting here: Car

Science Gallery does not have designated parking. Public parking is available at Ace Parking Cardigan House, or you can find metered street parking on Grattan Street, Cardigan Street and Faraday Street.

Getting here: Public Transport

Train: The nearest train station is Parkville,  use station exit 1 on Grattan Street.

Tram: The nearest tram stop is Stop 1 Melbourne University on routes 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 & 72.

Bus: Bus routes 402 and 202 stop nearby on Grattan Street and Swanston Street.

Getting here: Bicycle

Bike parking is available outside our main entrance on Grattan Street.