Read our helpful guide for teachers and group leaders about maximising learning opportunities.
Plan your school visit
Everything you need to know to plan your school or children's group visit to the museum.
Bookings are essential for all schools and groups of 10+ students.
Getting here
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your confirmed visit start time at the Grey Street, Level 0 group entrance. A Visitor Experience Officer will meet you on arrival.
Schools and large groups must enter the museum through Level 0. If no one is at entry to greet you, please call 3153 3000 to gain entry.
Address: Corner of Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Brisbane, Queensland Cultural Centre.
- By bus: Drop-off on Grey Street outside the Dinosaur Garden, or Stanley Street Tunnel or Stanley Place.
- By train: South Brisbane Station, opposite QPAC.
- By car: Paid public parking is available beneath the museum. Entry via the Stanley Street tunnel (vehicle clearance height at entry: 2 metres). Payment on entry via credit or debit card only.
Reflects P2 exit changes, March 2026
Supervision and group size
- Recommended adult supervision ratio per student:
- Prep, 1:3
- Years 1–6, 1:5
- Years 7–10, 1:10
- Years 11–12, 1:15
- Teachers/adults must always remain with students.
- Divide into small groups for easier movement.
Please note the Museum Shop cannot accommodate large groups of students. Small, supervised groups are welcome (book via the School Booking Form).
Moving around the museum
Please use stairs or escalators where possible, keep
noise low and be mindful of other visitors.
Moving around SparkLab
- SparkLab has three interactive zones plus facilitated sessions at set times.
- Groups can move through zones in any order and interact with SparkLab team members.
- Divide students into small groups with an accompanying adult.
- Adults should model learning by reading exhibit text aloud, asking open-ended questions, testing ideas, making observations and sharing explanations.
For more information about moving around the museum, view our map.
Facilities and services
Schools Risk Assessment Guide
Download our Risk Assessment & Certificate of Currency for schools and
groups.
Cloaking and bag storage
Limited storage available on Level 0; handling and storage of personal items will be conducted by students, teachers and/or supervising adults. A key to lock personal items will be handed to a supervising adult. Lost keys will incur a charge. No responsibility will be taken for loss of valuables.
Toilets
Toilets are located on Levels 0, 2, 4 and within SparkLab.
Lunch and refreshments
Students may bring lunch to eat in the Dinosaur Garden (Level 0), riverside areas, or outdoor terraces. Water bubblers available in Dinosaur Garden and SparkLab. You cannot eat or drink inside the museum unless you have specific medical needs.
Lunch packs
Lunch packs are available fromCafé Muse (pre-order required, separate payment). Download and complete the Kids Lunch Pack and Order Form. You will receive a confirmation and request for payment within 24 hours. For further information contact our Café team on 3840 7221.
Accessibility
We aim to provide equitable access to all visitors.
There is lift access to the museum from the car park and for bus and taxi passengers from
Grey Street. All entrances and areas are wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilet facilities are
located on Level 0 and Level 2. If your booking has specific accessibility requirements, please contact our Booking Officer on 3153 4401.
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