This article contains all visitor information for the Techmania Science Center in Pilsen (Czech Republic).

Techmania Science Center Pilsen is a new, state-of-the-art, interactive museum dedicated to technology and science. The exhibition is interesting for both children and adults. Located in the former halls of the Czech car manufacturer Skoda, visitors will find an educational, hands-on museum. There is also a cutting-edge 3D planetarium and a 3D cinema showing fascinating films.

Techmania is easy to reach. It takes about 15 minutes on foot from Center of Pilsen . The entrance fee is reasonable. The 3D cinema and the planetarium are largely included in the price. Family tickets are also available.

What can you see in Techmania Pilsen?

Techmania is divided into two building complexes. One houses the actual technology exhibition, the other the cinema and planetarium. After paying the entrance fee, you receive a wristband. You can use it to move between the buildings as you wish.

The main building houses the actual exhibition. Many of the exhibits feature buttons, levers, and other interactive elements. In a playful and engaging way, you’ll learn about technical fundamentals, scientific principles, and much more.

One of the main focuses is mechanics. But there are also many other exhibits on topics such as physics, space, chemistry, mining, nutrition, and humankind. Another part of the exhibition is dedicated to the history of Pilsen’s industry and the Skoda company. For example, the oldest surviving Skoda locomotive is on display.

Much of what Techmania Plzen is about is designed for children and young people, but the museum is also more than interesting for adults.

In addition, there are demonstrations (shows) several times a day. During our visit, for example, a large steam engine, a Van de Graaff generator (device for generating direct current) and a gyroscope (special gyroscope) were demonstrated.

3D cinema and planetarium

The 3D cinema shows films in 3D several times a day. We particularly enjoyed two short films about animals and plants in Czech national parks.

One of the highlights of Techmania Pilsen is undoubtedly the large planetarium with 90 seats and a diameter of 14 meters. The modern planetarium also offers 3D presentations. There are shows on astronomy, as well as other topics in nature and science.

The screenings in the cinema and planetarium are included in the admission price. However, it is recommended to reserve a seat for an additional fee. If you do not understand Czech, you will receive a headset in English or German when you make your reservation. If you do not reserve a seat, you will only be able to watch the films in Czech. According to a cinema employee, you should reserve a seat at the box office in the main building at least 30 minutes before the screening.

Our impression

Techmania Pilsen is new and modern. The mostly young staff speak English and are very friendly and helpful. You can learn a lot in the museum. Techmania reminded us a bit of the German Museum in Munich Of course, Techmania isn’t as big as the Deutsches Museum, but in our opinion, it’s significantly more modern. Someone who goes to the planetarium or the cinema two or three times for different films can easily spend four to five hours at Techmania.

Since the interactive museum, including the planetarium and 3D cinema, charges admission, it’s a real bargain. We can definitely recommend Techmania.

Opening hours Techmania Science Park 2022

Opening hours are daily from 10 am to 6 pm. On Saturdays, it is open an hour later (until 7 pm). In winter, it is often only open from Thursday to Sunday.

Restaurant in Techmania Pilsen

Behind the checkout is a self-service restaurant. During our visit, there were four main courses available, all around five euros. Snacks, appetizers, desserts, coffee, etc. are also offered.

You will also find vending machines in the Technology Museum.

Directions to Techmania in Pilsen

If you are arriving by car, you should have no problem finding a parking space in the area.

Otherwise, it is best to… Center of PilsenYou can walk. There are also trolleybuses that stop in the area. However, walking is probably faster if you are not familiar with public transport in Pilsen. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the city center.