Join the Sydney Science Trail from 9-17 August 2025 to explore the wonders of science and discovery during National Science Week.

Primary and secondary students are invited to get up close to science in this annual program of fun and fascinating events hosted by the Australian Museum, Botanic Gardens of Sydney and their partners. Kids and schools can explore, discuss, and experience the wide world of science through the study of the natural world, climate change investigation, and learn from First Nations peoples about the Australian environment.

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Now in its sixth year, the Sydney Science Trail offers an engaging, hands-on program of full-day excursions for primary and secondary students in Stages 2 – 6, helping them to discover the important role science plays in our lives.

Featuring the popular Science Expo, interactive STEM workshops, tours and shows or panel discussions led by research scientists, the Sydney Science Trail will ignite curiosity and spark wonder in your students.

Program entry includes four activity sessions, including the Sydney Science Trail Expo, between 9.30am and 2.30pm across both Australian Museum and Royal Botanic Garden Sydney sites. Both sites are easily accessible by public transport and designated bus drop off/pick up locations are also available.

Program overview

• Primary program (Years 3 – 6):
  Monday 11 or Tuesday 12 August
• Secondary program (Years 7 – 11):
  Wednesday 13, Thursday 14 or Friday 15 August
• Diverse Learner Sessions*:
  Years 3 – 11: Monday 11 and Tuesday 12 August
  Years 7 – 11: Wednesday 13 August

Cost: $25 per student (inc GST)

*Diverse Learner Sessions: In 2025 we are offering Diverse Learner Sessions for students Years 3 – 11 across both our primary and secondary school days. These are designed for groups requiring a more flexible timetable or higher educator to student ratios, such as homeschool groups, support classes, EAL/D students or students with diverse needs.

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100% of survey respondents in 2024 agreed Sydney Science Trail provided students an opportunity to learn something new about science.

Thanking all families and friends who helped kick-off National Science week at the Australian Museum for Community Day on Saturday 9 August.

For more Sydney Science Trail fun,  adventure to the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan on Saturday 16 August for a free interactive program of science talks, nature experiences and hands-on activities. Book now!

Brought to you by the Australian Museum and Botanic Gardens of Sydney, the Sydney Science Trail presents a special after-hours event at the Australian Museum to bring together the science community for an evening to forge new connections and celebrate scientific innovation. Enjoy live music, pop-up exhibits including the Science Expo, and drinks as you catch up with your peers, researchers, and experts from leading organisations to hear first-hand about their work and what’s in store for the science community.

This is a free event for all science enthusiasts. Book now!