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Tickets & Booking Info for Science Oxford Centre

Prepare for your visit to Oxford's hands-on science centre and family-friendly Exploration Zone.

To experience the interactive Exploration Zone and the surrounding woodland at the Science Oxford Centre, booking your tickets in advance is highly recommended. Ticket options often vary depending on public family days, school visits, or specific STEM activities. Because pricing and availability can change, we recommend verifying the latest ticket details directly with official sources before heading out.

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Science Oxford Centre tickets and prices in Oxford: complete ticket options, discounts, and visitor pricing guide
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Science Oxford Centre ticket pricing overview and admission policy in Oxford

Paid admission

Prices are £8.50 per person currently and will increase to £9.50 from 1 September 2026. Under 3s are free.

No general free-entry options listedIncludes free child entryIncludes group ticket optionsNo student pricing listedNo senior pricing listed

Science Oxford Centre ticket categories, prices, and access conditions

General Admission
Price not listed
Under 3s
Free

Under 3s

General Admission (from Sept 2026)
£9.50
Under 3s (from Sept 2026)
Free

Under 3s

Family Ticket
£15.00

One child + accompanying adult

Additional Family Ticket
£5.00

Additional tickets for Family Day

School Visit Pupil
£10.00

2025/2026 academic year, minimum charge of £200

School Visit Pupil (2026/2027)
£11.00

2026/2027 academic year, minimum charge of £220

Activity Day Child
£10.00

Adults free

Activity Day Child (from Sept 2026)
£11.00

Adults free, minimum charge £210 + VAT

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What are the ticket prices for Science Oxford Centre?

General admission pricing for Science Oxford Centre is currently 8.50 pounds per person, which will increase to 9.50 pounds starting September 1, 2026.

Does Science Oxford Centre offer free entry for children?

Yes, children under 3 years old receive free entry to Science Oxford Centre.

Are family tickets available at Science Oxford Centre?

Science Oxford Centre offers family tickets priced at 15.00 pounds, which cover one child and an accompanying adult, with additional family tickets available for 5.00 pounds each.

What are the group and school visit prices for Science Oxford Centre?

School visit pupil tickets are priced at 10.00 pounds per pupil with a minimum charge of 200 pounds for the 2025/2026 academic year, and 11.00 pounds per pupil with a minimum charge of 220 pounds for the 2026/2027 academic year.

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