Experience science fun at SparkLab
Brisbane, Australia • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Apr, Aug
22°C – 29°C, january in brisbane is characterized by warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it suitable for indoor activities like visiting sparklab, high crowds, peak season
22°C – 29°C, january in brisbane is characterized by warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it suitable for indoor activities like visiting sparklab, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible with wheelchair access to exhibits, restrooms, and cafés.
Fully accessible with wheelchair access to exhibits, restrooms, and cafés.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews, with some finding it pricey.
Mixed reviews, with some finding it pricey.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Fun Exhibits
Couples found the interactive displays engaging and a great shared experience at SparkLab!
Highly Engaging
Visitors loved the hands-on science and the dynamic educational adventure provided.
Great Experience
Couples enjoyed the diverse exhibits and the chance to explore science concepts together.
Pricey Tickets
Some couples felt the ticket prices were a bit high for the experience offered.
Small Space
Couples noted the space could feel cramped, especially during peak times.
Online Booking
Couples found the online booking process was essential, especially on busy days.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
20-29°C
December brings hot and humid conditions with increased rainfall, including occasional thunderstorms.
December brings hot and humid conditions with increased rainfall, including occasional thunderstorms.
Open
Potential for reduced hours or closures during public holidays; advisable to check in advance.
Potential for reduced hours or closures during public holidays; advisable to check in advance.
Recommended
December's hot and humid weather, coupled with high crowd levels due to the festive season, makes it a busy time at SparkLab. It's recommended to plan visits during weekdays and check for any holiday-related closures or reduced hours.
December's hot and humid weather, coupled with high crowd levels due to the festive season, makes it a busy time at SparkLab. It's recommended to plan visits during weekdays and check for any holiday-related closures or reduced hours.
January
HIGH
22-29°C
January in Brisbane is characterized by warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it suitable for indoor activities like visiting SparkLab.
January in Brisbane is characterized by warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it suitable for indoor activities like visiting SparkLab.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers warm weather and is a popular time for families to visit SparkLab. Due to school holidays, expect higher crowds and potentially higher prices. Booking in advance is advisable.
January offers warm weather and is a popular time for families to visit SparkLab. Due to school holidays, expect higher crowds and potentially higher prices. Booking in advance is advisable.
February
MEDIUM
22-29°C
February continues with warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, suitable for indoor activities.
February continues with warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, suitable for indoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No specific restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
February offers warm weather with moderate crowds at SparkLab. It's a good time to visit with standard pricing and availability.
February offers warm weather with moderate crowds at SparkLab. It's a good time to visit with standard pricing and availability.
March
LOW
21-28°C
March brings slightly cooler temperatures and reduced rainfall, making it comfortable for indoor visits.
March brings slightly cooler temperatures and reduced rainfall, making it comfortable for indoor visits.
Open
No specific restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No specific restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
March offers comfortable weather and low crowd levels at SparkLab, making it an ideal time for a visit.
March offers comfortable weather and low crowd levels at SparkLab, making it an ideal time for a visit.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
The Cultural Centre Busway Station is adjacent to the museum and is served by numerous bus routes, including routes 120, 130, 150, 196, and 300.
Ferry
Recommended
The CityCat ferry service stops at the South Bank terminal, followed by a short walk through the South Bank Parklands.
Train
Recommended
The South Brisbane railway station is a short walk from the museum and is serviced by the Beenleigh, Cleveland, Gold Coast, and Airport lines.
Bike
Bike racks are available for cyclists.
Car
Parking is available at the Queensland Cultural Centre Car Park (P2), with the entrance on Stanley Place.
Taxi
Taxis and rideshares can use the temporary set-down area on Stanley Place.
Walking
The museum is a short walk from Brisbane's Central Business District (CBD) via the Victoria Bridge or the Kurilpa Bridge.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required