W5 Museum in Belfast

Reviews

1. Fionaa Honey ★★★★★

   I can't believe how amazing this place is and how great it is value for money wise. We spent around 4 hours in here today and it is definitely the best science centre we have been to so far. So much to do and loads of fun things for kids of all ages and adults to do. I especially like how your ticket lasts all day and you can leave and come back. My favourite thing about this place though, was that they have accessible bathrooms which have changing stations for adults with disabilities to get changed on. This is the first time I have seen this and it's a fabulous idea, as a carer I have had to change adults on bathroom floors which isn't hygienic nor dignifying. We absolutely will be back here for a day out again and have recommended it to friends and family, coming to visit.

   almost 9 months ago
2. Vlad O'Neal ★★★★★

   Fantastic experience with young kids. So many levels, so educational, could spend days here and not see or cover everything. Very reasonably priced, a play area and a climbing area for kids. Plenty of places to get food and snacks, a great gift shop and very friendly staff all around. Each level has its own attractions and will keep kids of all ages busy, could not recommend it more. The only downside is they could do with more lifts as they are very busy, and the fact that you have to book online is a little frustrating.

   1 year ago
3. Fatima Dala ★★★★☆

   Very well organised, and enjoyable experience. Catered more for smaller children so my teens were a bit bored. The coffee lab is lovely and the cake is delicious! Gift shop downstairs is also great.

   1 year ago

1. Gary ★★★★★

   So many hands on activities, the kids (and I) thoroughly enjoyed our visit. A downside was my daughter forgetting her barbie doll. However, the staff at W5 searched and found it, and went so far as to post it back to us in Norway. Truly above and beyond. Great experience all around.

   1 year ago
2. Krzysztof Zakowicz ★★★★★

   I have visited many different science centres across Europe, and so far, this one in Belfast is the best for a whole day out with your kids. The ticket is valid for the whole day, so you can come back as many times as you want during your day. Lockers where you can leave your jackets and bags is very handy. A small, soft place for kids is handy as well. We really enjoyed the drop-in sessions, staff very friendly and helpful, my child had a wonderful time. Big kiss to the Snail Franklin, beautiful creature.

   1 year ago
3. D. Donnelly ★★★★★

   W5 is located at the SSE Arena in Belfast and it has recently had a renovation. W5 itself is an interactive science centre with attractions for the entire family to enjoy. It’s located over 5 floors and the best way to see what there is would be to go to the website. There are science projects, information on the planet, the power of the wind and the sea, how to fly a plane, and how an F1 car works. I recently attended the W5 late show which was Halloween themed and it was an excellent evening out. There is loads of parking outside in the SSE Arena car park and there are places to eat also in the arena. Everything you would expect for such a large venue.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Penny M ★★★★★

   Interesting place for entertaining the kids, a lot to try and experiencing. The ticket prices were very reasonable given the amount of activities to try out. The admission are free for kids that are younger than 3, and there is a big playing area for them as well.

   almost 4 years ago
2. Tim P ★★★★☆

   Tons of great activities that kids will love and learn from. The place was overrun by several school groups when we visited, who screamed and shouted with little oversight from the adults. The harbour views are wonderful.

   almost 4 years ago
3. ryan graham ★★★★☆

   There was plenty of exhibits and fun interactive things to go. It was a bit busy but nothing out of the ordinary. You could always find a free area so waiting time was minimal. The build your own race car bit wasn't really up to much and there was a bit broken on one exhibit and another was out of order. Other than that a good day with both physical and mental activities a plenty

   almost 4 years ago

1. suzanne Kelly ★★★★☆

   Visited here on a very busy Sunday with 3 children aged between 6-17. Easy to find, ample car parking available and very reasonable considering what's on offer. Although very busy we had lots of time to see just about everything, it's spread out over a few floors and different area's are themed. There's toilets on every floor too and a fabulous shop on the ground floor, there is a coffee dock but we didn't use it. Favourite activities on the day included the climbing structure, News desk, grafitti board and tug of war. There is an area for small children which we had booked for our 6 year old but she chose to stay in the main area, it would be more suitable up to age 5! We spent about 3 hours here just after arriving in Belfast and had a great time, would highly recommend.

   almost 4 years ago

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