Regional Science Centre & Science Park
Also Known As · Regional Science Centre Jaipur; Shastri Nagar Science Park
Jaipur, Rajasthan · museum
Playful, unpretentious and kid-first — a green, hands-on campus that trades marble grandeur for the joy of experiment.
- Days OpenClosed Monday
- Weekly OffMonday
- Entry Fee₹20
- Best SeasonWinter (October to March)
- Best Time of DayMorning
- Time Needed2 to 3 hours
- Nearest MetroSindhi Camp
- Crowd LevelsModerate on weekdays; busier on weekends, holidays and when school groups visit.
- Kid Friendly5 of 5
- Wheelchair AccessPartial
Tucked behind the T.B. Hospital in Shastri Nagar, roughly five kilometres north-west of the walled Pink City, the Regional Science Centre & Science Park is Jaipur's hands-on temple to curiosity rather than to kings. Run under the National Council of Science Museums (Ministry of Culture) and opened to the public around 2011 on a compact 3.14-acre plot, it was built for one audience above all — children who learn by pulling, spinning and pressing rather than reading a label. Treat it as a half-day outing away from the forts and bazaars, not a walled-city sight you can fold into a morning of monuments.
Where to Eat Nearby
Nearby Vegetarian Eats
Doodh Misthan Bhandar (DMB), Bani Park
2.5 km awayPaneer thali and rabri
Rawat Misthan Bhandar, Station Road / Sindhi Camp
3.5 km awayPyaaz kachori and ghevar
Kanji Sweets & Restaurant, Sikar Road
3.5 km awayKachori-sabzi and fresh sweets
About
Tucked behind the T.B. Hospital in Shastri Nagar, roughly five kilometres north-west of the walled Pink City, the Regional Science Centre & Science Park is Jaipur's hands-on temple to curiosity rather than to kings.
- Run under the National Council of Science Museums (Ministry of Culture) and opened to the public around 2011 on a compact 3.14-acre plot, it was built for one audience above all — children who learn by pulling, spinning and pressing rather than reading a label.
- Treat it as a half-day outing away from the forts and bazaars, not a walled-city sight you can fold into a morning of monuments.
- Inside the main building, a sequence of galleries carries you from the very small to the very large.
- A Fun Science section lets youngsters test levers, optical illusions and simple mechanics; a bio-medical corner explains the human body; and an astronomy area with a mini-planetarium turns eyes upward to stars and planets.
- A dedicated 3-D theatre screens short science films for a small extra ticket, and an IT gallery nods to computing.
- Nothing here is grand or gilded — the appeal is that almost every exhibit invites hands, not just eyes.
- Step outside and the Science Park does the real crowd-pleasing.
- Life-size model dinosaurs stand among the trees, while open-air installations demonstrate physics the fun way — see-saws that teach leverage, giant sundials, echo dishes and pendulums scattered across the lawns.
- On a cool morning it is a joy to watch families drift from one contraption to the next, reading the world through play.
- The setting is unpretentious and green, a welcome change of register from Jaipur's more famous marble and sandstone. Practicalities are refreshingly simple.
- Tickets are modest (roughly ₹20 for adults and ₹10 for students, with the 3-D show costing a little more; confirm current rates at the counter), and the centre closes on Mondays.
- Arrive soon after opening, ideally October to March, to enjoy the outdoor park before the sun climbs, and allow two to three hours if you have children in tow.
- For the vegetarian traveller, the honest note is that this is a suburban campus with no reliable sit-down restaurant on site, so carry water and a few snacks, especially in warmer months.
- The nearest verified pure-vegetarian kitchens sit back toward the railway station: Doodh Misthan Bhandar in Bani Park, for sweets and thalis, is the closest at about 2.5 km, with Rawat Misthan Bhandar near Sindhi Camp and Kanji Sweets on Sikar Road a little further.
- Plan a meal there before or after your visit and you will not go hungry.
Timings & Entry Fee
Visiting Hours
- • Tuesday to Sunday: about 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (confirm locally)
- • Monday: closed
Entry Fee: Roughly ₹20 for adults and ₹10 for students; the 3-D theatre costs a little extra. Rates change — confirm at the ticket counter before you go.
Verified: July 2026
Location & How to Reach
Address
Regional Science Centre, behind T.B. Hospital, Shastri Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302016, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302016
🚇 Nearest Metro: Sindhi Camp (Pink Line) is the nearest station, about 3.5 km away; take an auto for the last stretch.
🚶 Walking from Metro: Not walkable from the metro — take an auto-rickshaw for the final 3 to 4 km.
Distance from
- • Jaipur Junction railway station: 2 km (~10 min)
- • Sindhi Camp bus stand: 3.5 km (~15 min)
- • Hawa Mahal / walled city centre: 5.5 km (~25 min)
- • Jaipur International Airport (Sanganer): 15 km (~40 min)
Parking
on-site · Nominal or free; confirm on arrival
The campus has space for cars and buses; school groups typically arrive by bus.
🚕 Ride Hailing Tip: Ola and Uber both serve Shastri Nagar; a metered auto from the railway station is quick and inexpensive.
How to Reach: The Regional Science Centre sits in Shastri Nagar, about 5 km north-west of the walled city and roughly 2 km from Jaipur Junction railway station. The easiest way is a metered auto-rickshaw or an app cab (Ola/Uber), which takes 15 to 30 minutes from most central hotels depending on traffic. Jaipur Metro's Pink Line does not reach Shastri Nagar directly; alight at Sindhi Camp or the Railway Station and take an auto for the final 3 to 4 km.
Best Time to Visit
History & Significance
History
Science communication in Rajasthan gained a permanent, purpose-built home when the National Council of Science Museums — the autonomous body under the Union Ministry of Culture that runs India's network of interactive science centres — developed a regional centre in Jaipur.
- The project took shape over the late 1990s and 2000s and the centre was opened to the public around 2011.
- Sited on a 3.14-acre plot in Shastri Nagar, it joined a national family of hands-on science museums created to take experiment-led learning beyond the classroom.
- Unlike the city's Mughal-era observatory or its royal-era museums, this is a modern civic institution whose indoor galleries and outdoor park are periodically refreshed with new exhibits.
Significance
The centre matters as Jaipur's dedicated hands-on science-education venue — a place where school groups and families engage directly with physics, biology and astronomy rather than viewing them behind glass.
- It is part of the same NCSM network that operates flagship institutions such as Kolkata's Science City and Delhi's National Science Centre, which gives it a genuine national pedigree.
- Importantly, it is a distinct institution from the city's B. M.
- Birla Planetarium near Statue Circle; the two are often confused but sit in different neighbourhoods and are run separately.
Places to Visit Nearby
Jal Mahal
5.5 km awayA sandstone palace that appears to float on Man Sagar Lake
Nahargarh Fort
7 km awayHilltop fort with sweeping views over the Pink City
Jantar Mantar Observatory
6 km away18th-century royal observatory of giant stone instruments
Albert Hall Museum
7 km awayRajasthan's oldest museum in an Indo-Saracenic landmark
Family & Accessibility
Family Highlights
- • Life-size model dinosaurs in the outdoor Science Park
- • Hands-on Fun Science gallery children can touch and operate
- • Mini-planetarium and short 3-D science films
Photography & Drone
💰 Equipment Fees: None for casual phone photography; professional shoots may need prior permission — ask at the counter.
📍 The Golden Spot: The model dinosaurs and open-air physics installations in the Science Park
🌅 Best Light Time: Mid-morning, when the outdoor park is bright but the sun is not yet harsh
Tips & Safety
⚠️ Common Scams
Auto-rickshaw overcharging
Some drivers quote inflated flat fares for out-of-centre spots like Shastri Nagar.
Official AdviceInsist on the meter or agree a fair price first, or book an app cab.
💡 Insider Tips
🌅 Secret View: The cluster of life-size model dinosaurs among the trees is the park's most photographed corner — and quietest just after opening.
🎯 Crowd Hack: Weekday mornings in term time are calmest; weekends and school holidays fill up with family and school groups.
💎 Secret Fact: The centre belongs to the National Council of Science Museums — the same national body behind Kolkata's Science City and Delhi's National Science Centre.
⚡ Express Tour
Short on time? Do the outdoor Science Park and the Fun Science gallery, then leave — about an hour.
🔭 Deep Dive Tour
With half a day, work through the indoor galleries and mini-planetarium, catch a 3-D film, then let the children loose in the Science Park.
🙏 Etiquette & Dress Code
Do's
- Arrive soon after opening, especially in summer, to enjoy the outdoor Science Park before the heat
- Let children lead — nearly every exhibit is meant to be touched and operated
- Buy the separate 3-D theatre ticket if films are showing that day
- Carry water and a few snacks, as there is no reliable restaurant on site
- Confirm current timings and the Monday closure before travelling across the city
Don'ts
- Don't confuse this with the B. M. Birla Planetarium — it is a separate institution elsewhere in the city
- Don't expect a walled-city sight; it is a suburban day-trip about 5 km out
- Don't visit on a Monday, when the centre is closed
- Don't rely on finding pure-vegetarian food on the campus; eat in Bani Park or near the station
- Don't rush the outdoor park — it is the highlight for younger visitors
👕 Dress Code: No dress code; comfortable clothing and walking shoes are best for the outdoor Science Park.
📷 Photography Rules: Casual and phone photography is generally fine in the galleries and the Science Park for personal use; tripods, professional shoots and filming inside the 3-D theatre may need staff permission. Confirm at the ticket counter.
Good to Know
💳 Money & Connectivity
🏧 Nearest ATM: ATMs along the Shastri Nagar main road and near the railway station, within 1 to 2 km
📡 Public Wi-Fi: Not reliably available; use mobile data
🔌 Charging Points: None for public use — charge devices beforehand
🚻 Washrooms & Hygiene
Pro Tip: Use the facilities inside the main building rather than expecting amenities out in the Science Park.
🛍️ Shopping & Souvenirs
✓ What to Buy
- • Small science kits or books if the centre's counter stocks them
✗ What to Avoid
- • Overpriced snacks from vendors outside the gate
Bargaining: No
🆘 Emergency & Health
👮 Tourist Police: Rajasthan Tourist Police assist at major sites; for help here, dial 100 or use the state tourism helpline.
🎒 Lost & Found: Ask at the centre's ticket counter or reception for items lost on the premises.
💊 Nearest Pharmacy: Chemists near the T.B. Hospital and along the Shastri Nagar main road, within walking distance.
Air Quality: Air quality is usually moderate but can dip in winter; sensitive visitors may prefer a mid-morning visit.
Water Safety: Carry sealed bottled water; avoid unpackaged roadside water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as the Birla Planetarium in Jaipur?
No. The Regional Science Centre & Science Park in Shastri Nagar is a separate institution from the B. M. Birla Planetarium near Statue Circle. They sit in different parts of the city and are run separately — plan them as two distinct visits.
Is it good for young children?
Very much so. It is designed around hands-on learning, with touch-and-operate exhibits indoors and model dinosaurs plus open-air physics installations in the outdoor Science Park. It is one of Jaipur's most kid-friendly outings.
How far is it from the walled city and how do I get there?
It is about 5 km north-west of the walled city and roughly 2 km from Jaipur Junction railway station. The simplest option is a metered auto-rickshaw or app cab, 15 to 30 minutes from most central hotels. The metro does not reach Shastri Nagar directly.
Which day is it closed?
The centre is generally closed on Mondays and open Tuesday to Sunday, roughly 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Timings can change, so confirm before making the trip across the city.
What is the entry fee?
Tickets are modest — around ₹20 for adults and ₹10 for students, with the 3-D theatre costing a little extra. Rates change, so check at the ticket counter on arrival.
Is there vegetarian food inside?
There is no reliable sit-down restaurant on the campus, so carry water and snacks, especially in summer. The nearest verified pure-vegetarian kitchens are back toward the station — Doodh Misthan Bhandar in Bani Park is closest at about 2.5 km.
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