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.
Tours
Interested in a deeper exploration of our exhibition with our Gallery Mediators? Science Gallery Melbourne offers free exhibition tours for social and community groups, catered to your curiosity. Please request a free 30-minute exhibition tour with us today
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.
Cafe
Open Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm.
See our cafe page for more information on current specials.
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.