🔬 Taiwan Science Education Center – An interactive playground for exploring science

Taiwan Science Education Center

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Looking for an indoor attraction in Taipei that's both educational and entertaining, perfect for rainy days?

The Taiwan Science Education Center is a place where both adults and children can immerse themselves in learning and wonder. It's a perfect stop for students interested in science, parents looking for hands-on experiences with their children, or tourists seeking a relaxing indoor space during their travels.

🕰️ Opening Hours:

• Tuesday to Friday (excluding summer and winter holidays): 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (tickets open until 4:00 PM)
• Saturday, Sunday, national holidays, and summer and winter holidays: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (tickets open until 5:00 PM)
• Closed on Mondays (excluding national and designated holidays)
• Note: The 9th floor is currently undergoing renovations and is temporarily closed. The remaining floors are operating normally.

🏖️ Environment/Facilities and Exhibition Highlights:

• Permanent Exhibition Halls (3rd to 6th Floors): Covering topics such as life sciences, natural sciences, material sciences, earth sciences, and mathematics. Interactive installations and experimental designs make science more accessible to everyday life.

• Basement and Children's Discovery Hall: Featuring educational exploration facilities and exhibits like "Underground World," they are perfect for younger children.

• Special Exhibition Spaces (7th and 8th Floors): Regularly host themed exhibitions, such as those focusing on art and science, new AI technologies, and environmental education.

• Skybike: A high-altitude rideable device that adds a dynamic experience to the exhibition experience (may be temporarily closed for maintenance/renovation).

• Black Box Theater and Immersive Theater: Some museums feature theaters or 3D/VR visual experiences, allowing visitors to experience science not just by looking at it, but by feeling and participating in it.
• Friendly and Accessible Facilities: We offer accessible elevators, ramps, a nursing room, discounted tickets for seniors and children, and more.

📍 Address and Transportation:

• Address: No. 189, Shishang Road, Shilin District, Taipei City
• MRT + Bus Transfer: Take the MRT to Jiantan Station or Shilin Station, then transfer to a bus (Red 30, 41, Red 12, 557, etc.) to the National Science and Technology Museum Station.
• Parking: The museum's underground parking lot (B2 and B3) has approximately 457 spaces for small cars (including spaces for people with disabilities and women and children), and there is also a dedicated area for motorcycles. The height limit is approximately 2 meters.

💰 Average Cost/Ticket Information:

Item Fee/Description
Permanent Exhibition (3rd-6th Floors) Full Admission: Approximately NT$100
Discounted Admission: Approximately NT$70 (Students, Groups, etc.)
Children (under 6) and Seniors 65 and Over: Free Permanent Exhibition Admission

Skybike Supplement: Approximately NT$80 for Full Admission, NT$50 for Discounted Admission
Black Box Theater/Special Exhibition Tickets: Approximately NT$150 General Admission, Discounted Admission: NT$100 (Depending on the Special Exhibition or Theater)

🎡 Travel Experiences and Recommended Itineraries

Morning | Hands-On and Natural Science Exploration
Start with the Life Science and Natural Science exhibition areas on floors 3-4: Observe ecology, human anatomy, and experience stories of the environment and evolution. Children can participate in interactive exhibits like "Using All Five Senses." Adults can also learn about various scientific topics.

Lunch | Rest and Meals Inside the Museum
The museum offers dining and light meals, and you can also bring your own light meals. It's recommended to eat after lunch to avoid the crowds and recharge your energy for the second half of the day. There's also a shop inside the museum where you can purchase museum souvenirs.

Afternoon | Material Science and Special Exhibitions + Immersive Experiences
Next, head to the Material Science and Earth Science exhibition area (5th and 6th floors) to experience experiments and interactive installations related to forces, energy, photonics, and the structure of the Earth. If there are special exhibitions, plan your visit accordingly. Don't miss the immersive theater and VR installations, which are often popular with children and young people.

Evening | Sky Bike and Review
If you have the strength, take a Sky Bike for a bird's-eye view of the museum. The wall-like glass and technological installations create a particularly atmospheric atmosphere in the twilight. Finally, take a break inside the museum and discuss your favorite exhibits of the day with your children, making science and family conversations a part of your visit.

⚠️ Notes and Tips

• The 9th floor is currently under renovation and temporarily closed. If you're looking forward to an exhibition on this floor, please check the official website for updates.

• The air bike may be closed for maintenance or other scheduled events (for example, the recent announcement states it will be closed from September 1st to October 31st). Please check the official website for the latest updates beforehand.

• Please note the last admission time: Tickets close at 4:00 PM Tuesday through Friday, during non-winter and summer vacations. The last admission to the museum is usually one hour before closing time for exhibits and specific equipment.

• Holidays and summer and winter vacations can be crowded, so avoid visiting during peak hours (such as after lunch or just before closing) for a better experience.

The Taiwan Science Education Center is an indoor science and education center in Taipei City that integrates knowledge, technology, creativity, and interaction. It's not only perfect for family outings, but also an ideal off-campus learning destination for student groups. Different exhibitions and activities are held daily, making seemingly abstract topics like science, physics, the Earth, and biology accessible and engaging.

For science enthusiasts, those looking to engage children in hands-on learning, or those simply looking for an indoor escape during a trip to Taipei, the National Taiwan Science and Technology Museum is definitely worth a visit.