Sichuan Science & Technology Museum

Chengdu


Families will love the hands-on nature of this huge museum – almost every display is of a touchy-feely nature. Labels and descriptions are light on English, but most displays are self-explanatory enough once you start to play with them. You'll need your passports for tickets from the 'Information Centre' to the right of the entrance.

Transportation

  • metro: Tianfu Square

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