Didactics
Guided tours for schools
Visits to the Science Factory are conducted Tuesday through Friday by appointment only
Students are invited to explore a playful experimental journey into our world, living a unique experience and discovering scientific secrets and curiosities. The journey traverses interrelated themes, from physics to the forces of nature,electromagnetism, and astronomy, and even dives into the magical world of illusions. Students are the stars of this interactive journey, which includes shows such as Tesla’s coil, demonstrations of earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and more, with the goal of combining fun and learning.
The educational offerings
The exhibition is suitable for all ages and offers interesting proposals for every grade and school order.
Options include:
Guided Tours (90 minutes)
Professional guides adapted to the age of the students create a unique experience.
Educational Workshops (60 minutes)
Wide range of topics with age-differentiated proposals, such as reproduction of natural phenomena, instrument building, electrical circuits, robotics, astronomy and illusions.
Guided Tour of Tropicarium Park (90 minutes)
Exploration of the animal world located opposite, conveying respect for animals. Three trails: Tropicarium, Aquarium, Predators.
Kindergarten and Primary School
1st Grade Secondary School
Secondary school
Tropicarium Park, located across from The Science Factory, is a zoo with more than 100 animal species. The three trails, Predators, Aquarium and Tropicarium, offer a unique experience with expert guides. The wildlife collection has about 5,000 specimens, allowing visitors to get close to the animal world, explore its mysteries and learn about their routines. The adventure includes encounters with sharks, crocodiles, alligators, amphibians, penguins, butterflies and more. Experiences related to environmental protection and getting close to “ALIEN” animal species from around the world will also be offered.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the guided tour of Tropicarium Park?
The duration of the visit is approximately 90 minutes. Followed by our animal experts, you will embark on a journey through three fascinating and interesting routes: Predators, Aquarium and Tropicarium.
Where to get the kids off the bus?
Directly in front of the exhibitions located in the central Brescia Square, 123 Aquileia Street. Bus parking spaces are available in the area.
Is there a space for snacking?
School groups, by reservation and subject to availability, can have their packed lunches inside a 100-seat indoor hall inside the “Palace of Tourism.” Those who choose the combined package with TROPICARIUM PARK can use it free of charge (with advance reservations).
Those who visit only THE SCIENCE FACTORY have a fee of €1.00 per student.
Science Factory
Guided Tour (Science Factory)
Duration of the visit: 90 minutes
€ 13,00
Guided Tour + Laboratory (Science Factory)
Duration of the visit: 90 minutes + 60 minutes of Laboratories
€ 18,00
Ticket, Guided Tour, Laboratory (Science Factory) + Tropicarium Park
Length of visit: 90 minutes + 60 minutes of Laboratories + 90 minutes of Tropicarium Park Guide (with guide)
€ 20,00
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