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Aberdeen Science Centre

National Museum & Exhibition · Aberdeenshire, Scotland · AB24 5TU

Aberdeen Science Centre is a national museum & exhibition in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £12.03 · Child £7.94 · Family £37.13
Aberdeen Science Centre official: adult £12.03, child 3-17 £7.94, family (2+2) £37.13; under-3 free. 179 Constitution Street AB24 5TU.
Opening timesDaily 10am-4.30pm.
Best time to goWeekday afternoons.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
Best for 3-12.
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsHands-on science centre in Aberdeen.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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