Science Centre Singapore: Mirror Maze, Laser Challenge, Fire Tornado & Lesser-Known Exhibitions
Located in Jurong East, Science Centre Singapore is one of the world's most acclaimed experiential science museums. Boasting more than 1,000 interactive exhibits across 14 galleries, it makes science, technology, and engineering captivating for kids and adults alike.
But beyond the well-known galleries, there are several hidden gems that most tourists miss entirely. This guide spotlights the lesser-known exhibitions that make Science Centre Singapore truly special.
1. Professor Crackitt's Light & Mirror Maze
Asia's largest mirror maze features 105 identical mirror chambers, endless corridors, and kaleidoscopic light effects that test your sense of direction. Just when you think you have found the exit, you walk straight into your own reflection!
- Duration: 10–15 minutes per attempt (most visitors get delightfully lost for longer!)
- Best For: Kids aged 6+ and adults who love optical illusions and spatial puzzles.
- Tip: Follow the right-hand rule — keep your right hand touching the wall and you will eventually reach the exit.
2. Laser Maze Challenge
Channel your inner spy in this Mission Impossible-style laser challenge! Dodge, duck, and weave through a grid of green laser beams in a timed challenge. Break a beam and it is game over.
- Difficulty Levels: Easy (for kids), Medium, and Hard (adult competitive mode).
- Tip: Wear dark, tight-fitting clothing for maximum agility. Avoid loose scarves and bags.
3. Fire Tornado & Dialogue with Time
The Fire Tornado Show
Witness an awe-inspiring 8-meter-high vortex of flame created inside a specialized wind chamber. A trained demonstrator explains the physics of rotational air currents, thermodynamics, and how natural fire whirls form during bushfires.
- Show Timings: Daily at 2:30 PM (approximately 10 minutes).
Dialogue with Time (Ageing Booth)
An empathy-building exhibit where visitors simulate sensory loss associated with ageing — including blurred vision goggles, weighted limb braces, and sound-muffling headsets. The AI ageing photo booth projects what you might look like 30–50 years from now!
4. KidsSTOP & Omni-Theatre 8K Dome
- KidsSTOP: Dedicated science-play edutainment area for toddlers and children under 8, featuring water play tables, construction zones, and miniature supermarket role-play stations.
- Omni-Theatre: Southeast Asia's first 8K 3D digital dome theatre with a 23-meter seamless screen transporting you into deep space documentaries and ocean depth explorations.
5. Ticket Prices & Getting There
| Ticket Type | Adult (SGD) | Child (SGD) |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission | ~$12 | ~$8 |
| Omni-Theatre + Admission Combo | ~$19.90 | ~$14.90 |
| Mirror Maze Add-On | ~$5 | ~$5 |
- Address: 15 Science Centre Road, Jurong East, Singapore 609081.
- Nearest MRT: Jurong East MRT Station (NS1/EW24) — 8-minute sheltered walk from Exit A.
- Opening Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed on Mondays (except public holidays and school holidays).
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