Explorium is a unique indoor experience that offers a blend of activities between sport and science. Exhibits are interactive and perfect for groups of children and young adults offering a fun and educational experience.

Interactive learning is good for memory retention, improves understanding and encourages curiosity. And it’s really good fun! 

Challenge your mind, test your agility and feed your curiosity with more than 300 eye-popping interactive science and STEM experiences! Try to defy gravity in the amazing Gravity Rooms, get busy in The Maker’s Lab, check out a demo or documentary in the theatre, and loads more…

Allow 3 hours to get the most out of the Science experience, venue closes at 6pm so it is recommended  you start your Science journey no later than 3pm.

Explorium Science Zone

VR Planetarium

Immerse yourself in the Cosmos; see moons, stars, galaxies and explore intergalactic space and all its wonders, a fantastic experience for our visitors to enjoy.

Take part in our Moon VR and join the team on Apollo 11 as they travel into space on their

G-Force Bike

Release your inner daredevil on our 360 degree Loop Bike. Hop on, strap in, and cycle upside down feeling the forces that govern our universe acting on your body and keeping you safe.

Sports Science

Sports Science is the scientific study of physiology, biomechanics and exercise science in relation to the ability of the human body to adapt to motion, movement, physical activity and health changes.

The Lightning Room

The Maker’s Lab

Science is all around us, all the time. Grab your goggles and prepare to explore, experiment and experience the secrets of science and innovation!

Parties

Simply put – there is nowhere like this in Ireland.  Explorium offers themed parties – Junior, Adventure, Curiosity, and the Ultimate parties. Wow your guests with an adventurous, exhilarating, and unique birthday party. Check out party packages below. Please ensure to read the party terms and conditions  prior to booking.

Explorium Junior Zone

A dedicated interactive fun zone, designed especially for little ones! With 50+ amazing science and sport activities, including a multi-sensory room and our amazing interactive aquarium. Plus, the Explorium Junior Team are on hand to explain the science (and to play!). Junior outdoor playground is weather permitting.

New Year More Fun

An exclusive programme for visitors aged 2-6 years. Music & Movement, Story Time and Wacky Wednesday. Note: Different events on different days.

Party Fun

Our Junior Party Package is for children between 4 – 7 years old. A Junior party experience costs €20 per person and lasts for 2 hours including 30 minutes for food and cake.

Loyalty Card

Visit Junior Explorium 3 times and get your 4th visit FREE*. T&Cs apply.

Be Creative

Colour your fish and watch it come to life on our aquarium wall. Swim in a neon ball pit and enjoy the colours and lights while stimulating your senses in this beautiful room.

Be Curious

Experience the magic of what happens when music and science collide!

Explorium Sport Zone

Climb to new heights in Conquer Your Fears or Urban Climb or explore down low in the world’s longest indoor caving challenge. Channel your inner Messi with a penalty shootout against our robot goalkeeper, enjoy the thrill of Ireland’s first F1 car simulators or experience a VR roller-coaster!

Climbing

There are two types of climbing available at Explorium: Conquer Your Fears & Urban Climb. Each climb is designed to be amazing fun as well as fitness building.

Caving

Chase your friends or find fossils in the walls. Enjoy a safe introduction to the exciting sport of caving inside the world’s largest man-made caving structure.

Virtual Reality

Let your imagination go free in a whole-body, fully-immersive VR experience that’s packed full of surprises.

Sports Simulation

The weather’s always perfect for sport at Explorium!  Simply buy credit here at Explorium and use it as you wish for all our VR and simulator experiences!

Sport Science

Sports Science is the scientific study of physiology, biomechanics and exercise science in relation to the ability of the human body to adapt to motion, movement, physical activity and health changes.

Explorium Corporate Days

Explorium is a truly unique and inspiring setting for any corporate event. The venue offers state-of-the-art facilities for an unforgettable experience for all. Explorium is a versatile venue for conferences, awards ceremonies, meetings or dinners.

Groups

Whether its for Corporate, School days, Kids Parties or another type of event, Explorium offers a truly unique and engaging venue.

Explorium 

National Sport and Science Centre

Exit the M50 Southbound J13 or Northbound J14. 

OPPOSITE LAMB DOYLES

Blackglen
Sandyford
D18 N1F2.

Call: 01 9602000 / E-Mail: info@explorium.ie

Your ticket allows you entry at any time during our opening hours, there is no need to book at time slot.

Saturday, Sunday, school holidays and public holidays are considered peak times so peak prices apply. All other days are considered off-peak.