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90 PLACES OF SPECIAL INTEREST
PETROSAINS
Petrosains, The Discovery Centre Level 4, Suria KLCC, PETRONAS Twin Towers
T (03) 2331 8181
W petrosains.com.my
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday – Sunday, 9.30am~5.30pm
IN BRIEF
Petrosains, The Discovery Centre, is an interactive science discovery centre
for people of all ages, with special focus on the science and technology of the energy industry.
MAIN FEATURES
Petrosains, The Discovery Centre is everything a science centre should be. With exhibits, in-house and outreach activities that make learning STEM (science,
Petrosains offers engaging and fun activities such as science shows and workshops.
technology, engineering and mathematics) fun, Petrosains is an extension of PETRONAS’ commitment to nation- building, nurturing interest in STEM and driving the creation of a new generation of science
and technology-minded, innovation-inspired Malaysians.
Petrosains’ hands-on approach puts the emphasis on the excitement of
learning. Every aspect of
the centre is presented
in an entertaining and engaging way. The interactive features of the exhibits, with realistic simulators, ensure a rewarding learning experience for all ages.
Exhibits include a replica oil platform, a Formula 1 driving simulator, a Dark Ride through ancient rainforests, SPARKZ zone for younger children, Molecule Nano World where the focus is on chemistry, a Space discovery centre with
a programmable Mars Rover, a 3D Theatre and a Tech Lab where young inventors can build, meet and greet robots, feel what it’s like to fly and learn how to code.
A young visitor interacts with ‘Robothespian’ a humanoid robot at Petrosains’ Tech Lab.