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Explorium

Explorium is on Blackglen Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 N1F2. Official sources describe it as Ireland’s National Science Centre, with Junior Explorium for ages 2 to 7 and a main science area for ages 8 and up with 250-plus exhibits. That makes it one of Dublin’s strongest all-weather family attractions.

Children exploring an interactive exhibit area at Explorium in Sandyford

Quick facts

  • Best for: rainy-day outings, science-curious kids, families with younger and older children
  • Known for: Ireland’s National Science Centre, Junior Explorium ages 2 to 7, and 250+ exhibits.
  • Email: info@explorium.ie

Why it ranks

Explorium ranks highly because official and destination sources confirm several practical family strengths at once: Blackglen Road location, Junior Explorium for ages 2 to 7, a separate science area for ages 8 and up, and 250-plus interactive exhibits. That makes it one of Dublin’s clearest mixed-age indoor family options.

Service area and category

  • City: Dublin
  • Country: Ireland

Editorial summary

Explorium is on Blackglen Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 N1F2. Official sources describe it as Ireland’s National Science Centre, with Junior Explorium for ages 2 to 7 and a main science area for ages 8 and up with 250-plus exhibits. That makes it one of Dublin’s strongest all-weather family attractions.

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