KS2 popular itineraries
Planning a visit to support a particular topic? Here are some combinations of activities that work well together—all are subject to availability.
Forces
Follow our trail to uncover the science and stories behind some forces-related objects. Lasts 45 minutes.
Fly with the world-famous aerobatics team in this motionride simulator. Lasts 15 minutes, cost £3 per person.
Earth and Space
Travel into space with astronauts living and working aboard the International Space Station. Lasts 60 minutes, cost £5 per person.
See rockets, a space suit and space food in this object-rich gallery. Allow 30-40 minutes.
Follow our trail to uncover the science and stories behind some space-related objects. Allow 45 minutes.
Living Things
Yucky show about the workings of the human digestive system. Lasts 45 minutes, cost £4 per student.
See the evolution of domestic appliances and gadgets used by people across time to keep warm, prepare food and entertain themselves.
Materials and states of matters
Find out about properties and uses of materials through objects, hands-on exhibits and computer interactives. Allow 45 minutes.
Hands-on science discovery with a section focusing on matter, including the stunning Chemistry Bar. Allow 60 minutes.
Electricity, Sound and Light
Hands-on science discovery including sections focusing on electricity, sound and light. Allow 60 minutes.
© Board of Trustees of the Science Museum Follow our trail to uncover the science and stories behind some electricity-related objects. Allow 45 minutes.
Trace the development of domestic appliances and gadgets before and after the advent of electricity. Allow 30-40 minutes.
Working Scientifically
Activity game for exploring objects in the museum using observation and questioning skills. Allow 30-40 minutes.
Treasure-hunt-style activity encouraging discussion about how science and technology have shaped our lives. Allow 30-40 minutes.
