Discover a world of wonder at the South Australian Museum
Looking for something fun (and free) to do with the kids? The South Australian Museum is packed with five floors of things to see, touch and discover. It’s the kind of place where curiosity takes over, and every corner has something new to explore.
Start your visit in the popular, World Mammals Gallery on the ground floor where kids can gaze at lions, elephants and tigers standing side by side. From there, make your way up to the Discovery Centre which is open Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10.30am-2.30pm. This interactive area is always a hit. Kids can open drawers full of quirky objects, peer into the buzzing working beehive and get hands-on with fascinating specimens.
The Minerals Gallery will have the whole family in awe with the colourful dazzling displays of gemstones and minerals, or check out the incredible Opalised Fossil Gallery, with links back to the dinosaur ages and Australia’s ancient inland sea.
Can you spot the Museum in a Box sets? They’re tucked away around the Museum and filled with puzzles and games that connect little ones with the real treasures on display. The Museum’s Crocodile Club is especially designed for young explorers aged five and under. Sign up to receive special offers and access to activity packs that can be borrowed to make your visit even more fun!
After all the exploring, you’re bound to need a break. Enjoy a relaxed morning tea or lunch at the Museum Café, where locally sourced ingredients inspire a fresh and imaginative menu. The beautiful Museum Shop is also located on the ground floor and worth a browse for unique science and natural history related gifts and mementos.
Open daily from 10am–5pm, the Museum is the perfect place to relax and inspire curious minds. Take a look to see what’s on at the Museum this month!
North Terrace, Adelaide
www.samuseum.sa.gov.au
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