Families • 9–12 min
Esplora Science Centre Guide
A family-friendly guide to Esplora Interactive Science Centre: what it is, official opening hours and ticket options, and an easy plan from Valletta.
Photo by Reuben Farrugia on Unsplash.
Highlights
- ✦Hands-on science and a great ‘indoor win’ near Valletta
- ✦Official ticket options (Esplora Experience vs add-ons)
- ✦Official opening hours at a glance
- ✦Perfect when kids (or adults) need a reset from walking
At a glance
- Best for
- Families, curious adults, rainy/hot days
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours (or longer if you go deep)
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 09:00–15:00; Sat/Sun/PH 10:00–17:00
- Tickets
- Adults (16+) €12 / €15 (with Luzzu Experience)
Why Esplora is a great Valletta-side detour
Valletta is walking-heavy. Esplora is the opposite kind of energy: interactive, hands-on, and indoor. It’s ideal when you want to keep the trip fun for kids (or when adults need a break from steps and sun).
Treat it as your ‘reset block,’ then return to Valletta for viewpoints and a calmer evening walk.
Tickets (official options at a glance)
Esplora’s official price list includes different ticket types (for example, ‘Esplora Experience’ and options that include additional experiences). Confirm current prices on the official page before you go.
- Adults (16+): €12 (Esplora Experience) / €15 (including Luzzu Experience)
- Children/teens (3–15): €10 / €12
- Students (16+): €10 / €12
- Concessions (senior/disability card holders): €6 / €10 (carers free in the listed add-on column)
- Children 0–2: free
Opening hours (official)
Use the opening hours as a guardrail for planning. Holiday schedules can change, so confirm before you go.
- Mon–Fri: 09:00–15:00
- Sat/Sun/Public Holidays: 10:00–17:00
How to fit it into a Valletta trip (easy template)
This keeps the day balanced: outdoor city texture, then an indoor reset, then the harbour glow that makes Valletta feel complete.
- Morning: Valletta street loop + one landmark
- Midday: Esplora (2–4 hours) + snack/lunch
- Evening: return to Valletta for viewpoints + dinner
FAQ
Is Esplora good on a rainy day?
Yes—this is one of the best rain/heat backups near Valletta because it’s an indoor, time-rich activity that keeps everyone engaged.
Do tickets vary by what’s included?
Yes. The official prices list different ticket types (for example, base entry vs options that include additional experiences). Check the official prices page before you go.