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Memberships are not available online. Purchase these at Science Centre reception.

Science Centre day ticket prices valid from 25 May - 4 September 2019

TYPE

Family (2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children)

Adult (aged 18+)

Concession (over 60s, students, unwaged)

Child (aged 5 - 17)

Child (aged 4 and under)

DAY

£34

£15

£11

£8

Free

ANNUAL

£94

£39

£32

£21

Free

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At Life Science Centre YOU are the scientist. Invent, create, explore, and play!

School's out, game on! On until 3 September 2019 For All ages
On until 4 September 2019
Explore the past five decades of computer gaming with more than 150 playable games!
12 month memberships available at reception
Become a member and visit as many times as you like over a whole year!
Book now: gaming night for adults!
On 30 August 2019 For 18+
Closed today

Explore Life Science Centre

Your science centre day ticket gives you access to ALL daytime activities inside Life Science Centre. There are no extra fees for blockbuster exhibitions or for entry to the planetarium, live theatre shows and the 4D Motion Ride. You won’t find any hidden charges here!


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Meetings and Events

With eight versatile suites, Life Meetings and Events can accommodate from 2 to 380 delegates for a wide range of events.

School visits

Get hands-on in our interactive zones and exhibitions and choose from over 100 curriculum-linked workshops. We'll tailor your visit to your class's educational needs.

Life Science Centre Membership

Pay once and visit as many times as you like for a whole year. Membership includes entry to all exhibitions, plus exclusive discounts on special events and skating.

We recommend you leave 3 - 4 hours for your visit, but many people choose to stay even longer.
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Life is...

 An amazing Science Village with Life Science Centre at its heart.

​Over 600 scientists from around the world conduct research at the International Centre for Life.

Partners on-site include Newcastle University's Institute of Genetic Medicine and the NHS Fertility Clinic and Northern Genetics Service.

Your Life Science Centre ticket price helps support the world-class research taking place on-site. THANK YOU!

Opening times

Science Centre Times
Science Centre Opening Times
Valid until 4 September 2019
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 6.00pm
Sunday 11.00am - 6.00pm
Recommended last admission 4.00pm

Useful information for visitors over the school holiday period
We anticipate the Science Centre will be busy over the school holiday period, so we've put together some useful info for visitors.

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Shriek puts the chic into super hero style

Award-winning costume designer Paul Shriek will put his super-sharp creative skills to the ultimate test this summer, with the help of visitors at Life Science Centre.

Life Science Centre, Times Square,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

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