How to get to Thinktank Science Museum
With plenty of transport options in and around Birmingham, getting to the Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum is easy. The museum is in Millennium Point, Digbeth, only minutes away from the city’s busy centre and the famed Bullring.
If travelling by rail, the nearest train station is Moor Street, around a 10-minute walk away. You can also arrive at New Street Station, also just a short walk away from the museum at around 15 minutes. As the UK’s second city, trains to Birmingham run often from all over. Jumping on the train is a stress-free way to arrive at the Thinktank, relaxed and ready for a day of discovery.
If you don’t fancy the walk, you could hop on the bus from the city centre to arrive at the museum. Look out for bus numbers 14, 55, 55A, 66 or 94. Visitors to the museum can also get a handy 25% discount on bus travel to the site through National Express.
Driving to the Thinktank Science Museum is also an option, but be aware of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zones. These measures are in place to improve air quality in the city and mean that certain vehicles will need to pay to drive in the area. Millennium Point car park on Howe Street is the closest car park, a multi-storey with plenty of parking.
What to do at Thinktank Science Museum
The Thinktank Museum offers so much to do for all ages. With a wide array of activities, this attraction is ideal for family days out that combine education and fun.
Exhibits at the museum include exciting topics like ‘Wild Life and Marine Worlds’. Here, visitors can discover the diversity of life on Earth and even come face to face with a dinosaur. There are lots of fascinating fossils and skeletons to marvel at in this display. The collection even displays a Triceratops skull and an Ichthyosaur skeleton, which are both must-sees.
A sure favourite with little ones, MiniBrum is the museum’s very own mini city. This child-sized world is ideal for under 8s to discover and play in. This mini-city is incredible, featuring mini classic Birmingham landmarks like Old Joe Clock Tower and the canals. There’s lots for young children to do involving roleplay and imagination. For example: building a den in the home area, dressing up in the salon, setting up shop at the ice cream stand and much more.
Thinktank Museum Birmingham also has a Planetarium, which allows visitors to get immersed in the action. The Planetarium explores space, constellations and the solar system. Not only that, some shows allow audience members to travel through the human body or explore beneath the sea. Planetarium shows cost a small entry fee, so be sure to check costs and showtimes when planning your visit. This immersive night-sky journey is a must-see for any astronomy enthusiasts.
The Science Garden is another excellent area of the museum. An exciting outdoor discovery space with lots of family-friendly activities. With 3 main zones to discover (energise, mechanise, mobilise), little ones will be able to spend a good amount of time here. There’s even an outdoor classroom where school workshops take place.
If you’ve worked up an appetite, there are plenty of stops along the way to grab some delicious food and drink. The Signal Box Cafe has a hot and cold menu including a variety of appetising burgers and kids’ favourites like pizza and chicken strips. MiniBrum Coffee Corner offers refreshments and snacks, and there’s also a food kiosk at Platform 2. On warmer days, you can feel free to take away food to enjoy the outdoors.
About Thinktank Science Museum
Thinktank Science Museum is a well-loved fun and interactive science museum in Birmingham. The museum opened back in 2001 and has been popular with families since.
The museum has 4 floors to explore, with over 200 exciting displays to see and get involved with. Displays at the museum vary between natural wonders and man-made marvels, with an overall scientific focus.
As a busy attraction, it makes sense to pre-book your Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum tickets. This is particularly smart at peak times like weekends and school holidays.
Visitors who want to visit the museum often can become a members of the Birmingham Museums Trust. By doing so, they will gain 12 months of free entry to the museum and other sites. This membership also comes with perks like 10% off in the cafe and shop, 10% off parties, regular e-news and invitations to exclusive events.
Ways to save on your train ticket to Thinktank Science Museum
With Avanti West Coast, there are plenty of smart ways to save on your train ticket to the Thinktank.
Planning your trip nice and early and booking your tickets in advance is one of the handy methods. Not only will you have access to the cheapest fares, but you’ll also have your Thinktank visit planned with plenty of time to look forward to it. You can even set up priority ticket alerts to make sure you don’t miss out on tickets going on sale.
As a family attraction, it also makes sense to save money on rail fares by purchasing a Family Train Ticket. With this ticket type, if you’re travelling as a family of 2 to 5 people you can save up to 60% on selected routes.
Using a Railcard can also save you money on train travel. Most cards cost only £30 a year and save you 1/3 of the rail fare. There are lots of card types on offer, so be sure to check out the selection to find the best option for you.
Get the app
To save money even more on your day out, download the Avanti app. Booking train tickets with the app is quick, easy and means no booking fees.
The app also means that you have easy access to everything you need for your journey, all in one place. You can pick your seat, track your train and save e-tickets straight to your phone.
