Cape Town Science Centre

Name: Cape Town Science Centre
Address: 370B Main Road, Observatory (next to Groote Schuur Hospital), Cape Town, 7925, ZA
Telephone: +27213003200
Rating: 4.5

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The Cape Town Science Centre is a world of discovery under one roof! Expect a wide variety of interactive displays and exciting activities for your enjoyment.
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Build a house in the exclusive 'kids only' Concor Building Site, challenge your mind with Puzzling Things, experience weightlessness similar to that of space with a spin on the Human Gyroscope, explore Space with the AstroTrek Virtual Reality Exhibition & Light Room and see and hear science in the Audio Kinetic Sculpture. Enjoy a game of Chess on the Giant Chess set. We offer free internet to all our visitors. Remember to take a breather and enjoy refreshments from the iCafe. We are a work in progress and currently undergoing a refurbishment! While we are able to offer our visitor the great experiences they have become accustomed to, we will continue to add new and exciting elements to our offering. We are striving to find the support to grow this centre into everything you would expect from a world class science centre and more. We value your visits and encourage your support.

04/10/2026

𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥!

Ready to start a 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 at your school? Join our FREE second webinar for teachers in the Western Cape to learn more about Code Club, get step-by-step support to register your school, and discover the resources available to help get your club up and running.

Whether your school already offers coding or you’re looking to introduce a Code Club, this session will provide practical guidance on getting started.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟴 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟯:𝟯𝟬 - 𝟰:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠

Register here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/code-club-teachers-webinar/

𝘉𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦!

24/09/2026

Today we celebrate the cultures, knowledge, traditions, stories and practices passed down through generations and the ways they continue to shape how we understand the world around us.

At the Cape Town Science Centre, we recognise and celebrate that knowledge is developed and shared in many ways, and that Indigenous Knowledge Systems form an important part of South Africa’s rich heritage.

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦

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The CTSC is open on public holidays from 10:00 - 16:30.
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21/09/2026

𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬 to the Cape Town Science Centre this 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! Join us for a full day of exploration and fun - enjoy free access to all exhibits, hands-on workshops, science shows, tours, demos and a Heritage Talk!

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 16:30
Address: Cape Town Science Centre – 370B Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town.

View / download the full programme here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/heritage-open-day-programme-free-entry-sat-26-sept/

All workshops need to be pre-booked upon arrival at the CTSC.

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WIN A PIECE OF BASOTHO HERITAGE at the Open Day:
Stand a chance to win a Kharetsa Basotho Blanket and a matching Thabo Makhetha Kobo Scarf. Inspired by the Kharetsa – the spiral aloe native to the Maloti Mountains of Lesotho – the blanket celebrates the rich symbolism, identity and heritage of the Basotho people. Entry forms will be available on the day.

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This Open Day is hosted by the Cape Town Science Centre and brought to you by MTN South Africa.

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

18/09/2026

𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘣𝘺 𝘱𝘰𝘱𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘥!

The Cape Town Science Centre is excited to present the 𝗔𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 during the upcoming school holidays.

These online revision sessions for Physical Science, Mathematics and Life Science will assist you in your preparations for your final exams.

The Astron Energy Matric Spring School is FREELY available to all Grade 12 learners across South Africa. The sessions will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams from 28 September – 5 October 2026. Registration is essential! Registered participants will receive access to the recordings of each session.

Sign up as an individual or a class here: bit.ly/4iU4cAH
Visit www.ctsc.org.za for the full schedule.

Once you have registered, join our dedicated Matric Spring School WhatsApp groups.

We're honoured to support the Class of 2026!

Presented by the Cape Town Science Centre, fuelled by Astron Energy - Pty Ltd.

04/09/2026

For three Saturdays this September, join us at the Cape Town Science Centre for our Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) weekend programme, 𝑇𝑟𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑇ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑈𝑠.

Explore the creativity, wisdom and traditional skills behind beadwork, Khoisan rock art, paper bag weaving, rope weaving, traditional musical instruments and anklet shakers through a collection of fun, hands-on workshops and interactive demonstrations.

Dates: 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝟓, 𝟏𝟐 & 𝟏𝟗 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Time: 𝟎𝟗:𝟎𝟎 - 𝟏𝟔:𝟑𝟎

Create, weave, shake, listen and explore while learning how traditional knowledge, skills, art, music and natural materials have been passed down through generations.

Come celebrate culture, creativity, storytelling and traditional skills in an exciting programme where there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Download/view the full programme here:
https://www.ctsc.org.za/heritage-weekend-programme/

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SAVE THE DATES:

Our upcoming holiday programme, 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵, 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗿 & 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱, runs from 24 September to 5 October 2026. More details coming soon!

19/08/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 𝗔𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟?

Join us on 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, for an informative session where we’ll introduce 𝐶𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝐶𝑙𝑢𝑏, explain how it works, and guide you step-by-step through registering your school. By the end of the webinar, you’ll be ready to get your Code Club started!

What we’ll cover:

* What is 𝐶𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝐶𝑙𝑢𝑏?
* How 𝐶𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝐶𝑙𝑢𝑏 supports learners and educators
* Resources and support available to your school
* Live step-by-step registration
* Questions & answers

Date: 3 September 2026
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM (Join from 3:15 PM | Online via Microsoft Teams)

𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴, 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘊𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘙𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘊𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘊𝘭𝘶𝘣 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭.

Join the free webinar: bit.ly/4wx8Sj3
or via the link here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/code-club-welcome-and-registration-webinar/

10/08/2026

What's on at the Cape Town Science Centre:

The Power of Her Mind weekend programme runs on Saturdays and Public Holidays during the month of August 2026.

Step into a world of discovery where science comes alive through exciting hands-on workshops and interactive demonstrations. From building models and creating colourful experiments to exploring nature and the human body, every activity is designed to spark curiosity and inspire future innovators. Join us for a fun-filled STEM experience that encourages learning through exploration, creativity, and play, while celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in science.

Download/view the programme here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/the-power-of-her-mind-august-weekend-programme/

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Highlight – Visiting exhibition for Women’s Month:

The exhibition ‘Oceánicas: Female Pioneers in Ocean Science’ tells the life and work of 20 illustrious female marine scientists, some of them forgotten by history. From the first and only woman to sail around the world during the time of the great explorations, to women who today lead the fight for ocean conservation.

Their stories tell us about the development of marine science over the last few centuries, but also of the difficulties they have faced for being women – in oceanography, in science, in life – and of the fight for equality of many generations.

This exhibition is part of the dissemination project ‘Oceánicas: women pioneers in oceanography’, developed by the Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO-CSIC) with the collaboration of the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology – Ministry of Science and Innovation.

30/07/2026

𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮 is an annual programme of talks and events that focus on the local food system. The 2026 programme has been on since 20 July and runs until 2 August. The theme for this year is ‘Water and the food system’.

𝗛𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻: 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗮𝗯 at the Cape Town Science Centre

Water doesn’t always come from a tap. In this hands-on workshop, kids aged 6 to 12 will discover where water really hides – in desert plants, underground bulbs, coastal fogs, and the ancient knowledge of the KhoeKhoe people, who could read a dry landscape and find water where others saw none. Part science experiment, part kitchen adventure, the Water Lab turns that knowledge into something you can taste. Kids will explore, cook, and eat their way through one of the most important questions of our time: where does water come from, and how do we find it when it disappears? Curious, hands-on, and genuinely delicious.

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬 – 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝟲 – 𝟭𝟮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗹𝗱

Limited capacity. Kindly note that no tickets will be sold on site at the CTSC – purchase your tickets directly from Food Indaba here: foodindaba.org/fi26/

16/07/2026

📯 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁! 🤩

This 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟴 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, our activities scheduled as part of our Kitchen Chemistry Holiday Programme will make way for a Coding & Robotics Open Day!

In collaboration with the Cape Town Science Centre, Impact.com is celebrating Mandela Day with 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬 to the CTSC.

Meet and learn from a fantastic line-up of organisations, companies and innovators who are passionate about inspiring the next generation through coding, robotics, science and technology.

Spend the day exploring:
* Coding & robotics workshops
* Live demonstrations
* Interactive exhibits
* Science shows
* A festival of games
…and so much more!

Whether you're curious about coding, love science, or simply looking for a fun, educational day out during the school holidays, there's something for everyone!

Read more about the Open Day and view the programme here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/coding-robotics-open-day-on-mandela-day/

Join us in celebrating Mandela Day through discovery, innovation and play. We look forward to welcoming you!

Saturday, 18 July 2026 from 09:00 – 16:30 at the Cape Town Science Centre – 370B Main Road, Observatory.

🎟 FREE ENTRY

*All workshops can be pre-booked upon arrival at the CTSC.

23/06/2026

What’s on at the Cape Town Science Centre this winter?

Mix, fizz, bubble, and experiment your way through our Kitchen Chemistry Holiday Programme! Kids can enjoy exciting kitchen-based experiments while learning about reactions, mixtures, acids, bases, and more through fun, hands-on activities designed especially for young explorers.

Dates: 27 June – 20 July 2026

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There's even more to discover this holiday! On selected days, our collaborating partners will bring exciting pop-up exhibits, presentations, live demonstrations, mascots, and hands-on activities to the CTSC. From ocean exploration and wildlife conservation to recycling and environmental action, these bonus experiences are not to be missed!

Winter Board Games at the Cape Town Science Centre:
Explore 400+ board games for all ages and skill levels! Bring your own game or discover a new favourite with help from our friendly game facilitator. Visit the Wizards Board Games Room - the Chris Legg Collection on the 1st floor of the CTSC!

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Download/view the full programme here: https://www.ctsc.org.za/kitchen-chemistry-holiday-programme/

Opening Hours: 09:00 - 16:30 (Monday to Saturday), 10:00 - 16:30 on public holidays *CLOSED on Sundays

ENTRY FEES: Youth (3-18) - R95, Adult - R95, Pensioners - R45,
Family Package (4 people) - R340, Group (10 or more) R85 pp

Tickets can be purchased on site at the CTSC Ticket Office, or online via Webtickets.

Address

370B Main Road, Observatory (next To Groote Schuur Hospital)
Cape Town
7925

Telephone

+27213003200

Website

http://www.ctsc.org.za/

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