About
Casa de las Ciencias, also known as the House of Sciences, is an interactive science museum in A Coruña, in the Galician region of northwestern Spain. It sits in the Parque de Santa Margarita, at the address Parque de Santa Margarita, s/n, 15005 A Coruña.
What you will find
The museum is built around hands-on exhibits that invite visitors to try things for themselves rather than only look. Its collections cover three broad areas:
- Physics, with interactive displays on how forces and motion work
- Mathematics, presented in a way that makes abstract ideas easier to see and handle
- Natural sciences, covering the living and physical world
A planetarium is part of the visit, giving a different way to explore the sky and the scale of the universe.
Who it suits
The museum is a popular choice for families and for students. Its interactive format means younger visitors can take part directly, while older students can use the exhibits to reinforce what they study in class. Anyone with an interest in science and a liking for doing rather than just reading will likely find it engaging.
Planning your visit
To check opening times, prices or current exhibitions before you go, you can call the museum on +34 981 189 844. The park that houses it, Parque de Santa Margarita, is a pleasant place to walk, and the museum makes a good stop within a day spent exploring A Coruña, a coastal city with a long seafront and a historic old town to discover nearby.