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Award-winning science museum for fun-packed family days out.

Millennium Point, Curzon Street
Birmingham, B4 7XG
0121 348 8000 Directions

Opening times and prices

Opening Times: 

Open 7 days a week daily (including bank holidays) 10am - 5pm.
Last admission at 4pm.

Prices:

On the door prices are shown below. To save money on admission tickets book online in advance.

  • Adult (age 16-64) £14.00
  • Child (3-15 years) £10.25
  • Child (under 3 years) FREE
  • Senior (age 65+) £12.00
  • Concession (Students 18+/Benefits. Excludes over 60s)* £10.25
  • Planetarium show (not included in Thinktank ticket price) £2.50
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MiniBrum

A major new interactive gallery for under 8s is now open at Thinktank. MiniBrum is Thinktank’s very own mini city, where children are in charge.
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Planetarium

The new 4k planetarium system has brighter, sharper images and crystal clear surround-sound. It the only one of its kind in the West Midlands.
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Become a Member

Want money off at our shops and cafes, exclusive benefits, and free access to our sites for a whole year? Become a member of Birmingham Museums today!
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Science Garden

The Science Garden is an outdoor discovery space packed with surprises and fun activities for the whole family. It offers an adventurous and entert...
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Moon Landing Party

Special Event
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the 1st Apollo moon landing on the 20th July 1969, Thinktank is holding a very special party.
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20 Jul 2019 - 20 Jul 2019
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Book tickets £9.00
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Smethwick Engine Steaming Day

Special Event
One of the jewels in Thinktank’s collection is the Smethwick Engine, the oldest working steam engine in the world. It was the first engine in the w...
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24 Jul 2019 - 24 Jul 2019
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£3 after 3pm on Term Time Weekdays

Activity
Visit Thinktank for £3 per person after 3pm on weekdays during term-time (excluding bank holidays). 
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3 Jun 2019 - 22 Jul 2019
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Birthday Parties

Looking for a fun and unique party venue for your child’s special day? Why not have a birthday to remember at Thinktank!
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What's On

Find out what's on now and what's coming up at Thinktank.
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Thinktank, Birmingham's Science Museum

Find out more about Thinktank museum and the passion the Thinktank team have for encouraging kids to learn about science!
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