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thatworldtravelfamilythatworldtravelfamily
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Techniquest, Cardiff, Wales Tuesday 3rd April................. A great day out for younger children, especially on a wet day. It was extremely busy with it being the Easter holidays, to the point where we had to leave due to sensory overload. Entry cost is of good value, entry & exit access could be improved for disabled & those with pushchairs. Loads to do, although only a half day activity really. Lots of fun, educational, hands-on & interactive activities. For anyone with sensory issues, the environment is loud & over stimulating. Over 2 floors, it's quite a tight space packed with activities, so moving around was a challenge. A picnic room on the lower floor next to the toileting facilities is provided for those that bring own food, however there is lots of tables in a small space, a space that isn't cleaned by staff, so solely reliant on individuals clearing up their own mess, bins are provided. There is a small, but reasonably priced cafe on site. A gift shop based next to reception with a variety of souverners & toys. Staff were very welcoming and accommodating. Toileting facilities were accessible & clean on both floors. A large lift is available to those that need it. Plenty of parking available, with free disabled bays at the front of the building & a large long-stay pay & display carpark close by. Techniquest is ideally located next to Cardiff Bay, hosting shops & food outlets. For an additional charge at £1.50 per person, a planetarium show of 30 mins with an educational focus is optional, 2 shows available, a younger one for under 7's & one for 7+, the planetarium is not disabled or pushchair accessible, but is a great experience. Over all Techniquest provides a fun experience for those under 10 years that love to get hands on with learning, many fun activities to keep even little ones entertained. Techniquest has made science & learning fun.
Dave BerryDave Berry
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First time to go, far too many parents and kids there when we went on a Friday morning. Best time to enjoy a less crowded experience is in the afternoon. Lots of toddlers there as kids under 4 go free. With unlimited access during the day with your day pass. Nice place to let your kids explore science through play. Appreciate if there are more toddler friendly handrails on stairs as independent kids like to walk up and down the stairs on their own (now the rail still a bit high). Water play area must be one of kids favourites. Better bring spare top for your kid to change after fun. Floor a bit wet be careful. Can book "storytime and sing-a-long time" and "mini disco" with your ticket at the counter. "Storytime and sing-a-long time" was a bit of let down. With everyone there shaking musical instruments it's too loud in an enclosed area my child couldn't focus and listen to the story at all; with the noise around and the nursery rhymes that go so fast my child was completely lost and came out of the room didn't know what happened. While we enjoyed the "mini disco" that by a lady who runs 'little notes' in the city very much. She combined violin music with nursery rhymes with stories with help of props; that's more like a sing-a-long to me. Staff are friendly and helpful. We had a nice day thank you tho
A LeeA Lee
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I took my 2 sons for the Toddler Day out. I wanted to introduce science being fun to them at a young age. I also wanted them to experience Techniquest when there were children there of the same age and with the time of year and school trips I decided to attend the same day as I was arriving into cardiff after a 15hr journey. Unfortunately my youngest was just too exhausted after a long flight so slept through the whole thing- as it was pretty quiet I was given permission to take the pram around with me - thank you. My eldest son had lots of fun and experience everything. He loved playing with the dinosaurs. They have a newly installed ant farm where you could see the ants busy at work.
Kelly Al MuhairiKelly Al Muhairi
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We visited on a Friday during half term and had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. It was fairly busy but we weren't waiting around to engage with the activities and experiments too long. The general exhibition area was clean and tidy. The baby change cubicle was a little fragrant and in need of a fresh few bags in the nappy bins. Suitable for all ages. We visited with our 5 year old and 1 year old. And even the adults enjoyed their afternoon out! 3 hours is the perfect amount of time to spend. Our 5 year old didn't complain about being bored once!! 😂 We used the discount code to park at the nearby Pierhead Q Park. Short walk to Techniquest but manageable.
Steph JSteph J
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All 3 kids loved the planetarium, they're 7 and 9. My husband was gutted we had to leave. The Ocean talk was awesome and really got my girl interested in science. Will say get there for 10am as the car park over the road was empty!
Sam HunterSam Hunter
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Nearby Attractions Of Techniquest
Wales Millennium Centre
Cardiff Bay
Roald Dahl Plass
Norwegian Church Arts Centre
Grosvenor Casino
The Senedd
Pierhead Building
Ianto's Shrine
BBC National Orchestra of Wales
Cardiff Bay Wetlands

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Basic Info
Address
Stuart St, Cardiff CF10 5BW, United Kingdom
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+44 29 2047 5475
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Website
techniquest.org
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4.5
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cultural
entertainment
family friendly
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Description
Techniquest is a science discovery centre located in Cardiff Bay. It gives visitors a hands-on approach to science and includes a science theatre, a planetarium, and an exhibition space with over 100 interactive exhibits aimed at visitors of all ages.
attractions: Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay, Roald Dahl Plass, Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Grosvenor Casino, The Senedd, Pierhead Building, Ianto's Shrine, BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Cardiff Bay Wetlands, restaurants: The Mount Stuart - JD Wetherspoon, Miller & Carter Cardiff Bay, Bill's Cardiff Bay Restaurant, Las Iguanas - Cardiff - Mermaid Quay, The Eli Jenkins, Zizzi - Cardiff Mermaid Quay, Côte Cardiff Bay, The Dock, Demiro's, The Sultan

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