Velký svět techniky
Interactive science centre in the Dolní Vítkovice complex in Ostrava, with four permanent exhibitions, the Science Theatre, a cinema and a children's world.
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About the museum
The popular science centre Velký svět techniky (Great World of Technology) opened in September 2014 in the Dolní oblast Vítkovice complex in Ostrava. Its architect is Josef Pleskot, and the building is recognised by its mirrored façade. It is run by the Dolní oblast VÍTKOVICE association. Opposite, in the historic brick building of the former power station, is Malý svět techniky U6, which forms the second half of the whole Svět techniky (World of Technology) project.
Velký svět techniky has four permanent interactive exhibitions: the Dětský svět (Children's World) for children aged two to six, the Svět vědy a objevů (World of Science and Discovery), the Svět civilizace (World of Civilisation), and the Svět přírody (World of Nature) with an outdoor geological and botanical garden. Visitors can try the exhibits for themselves. The World of Civilisation exhibition has recently been reworked and deals, among other things, with decarbonisation, water, the circular economy and artificial intelligence.
The centre also includes a cinema hall with 194 seats and an 18 × 10 metre screen, the Divadlo vědy (Science Theatre) with science shows, classrooms, laboratories and workshops for schools, and an area with temporary exhibitions near the entrance. The centre also offers holiday day camps, creative workshops and birthday parties. According to the operator, a tour of all the exhibitions takes four to five hours on average.
Highlights
- Four permanent interactive exhibitions on an area of about 14,000 m²
- Children's World for children aged 2 to 6 on an area of more than 950 m²
- Robolab with humanoid robots, 3D printing and virtual reality
- outdoor geological and botanical garden covering 2,000 m²
- Science Theatre with science shows and a cinema with an 18 × 10 m screen
Permanent exhibitions
- Svět vědy a objevů – Five thematic areas – Robolab, mathematics, physics, nano and micro, and medical technologies – with interactive exhibits, humanoid robots and 3D printing.
- Svět civilizace – Interactive exhibition on the impact of humans on the environment, decarbonisation, water, the circular economy and artificial intelligence.
- Svět přírody – Eleven thematic oases, from iron and fauna through space and energy to light and electricity, including the outdoor garden.
- Founded
- 2014
- Operated by
- Dolní oblast VÍTKOVICE, z.s.
- Director
- Ing. Eliška Kulová, Ph.D.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 320 Kč |
|---|---|
| Reduced | 260 Kčchildren aged 6 to 15, students aged 15–26, ISIC card holders, seniors over 65, holders of a ZTP card |
| Children & teens | 260 Kčfree up to age 5 · Up to 3 children under 6 enter the exhibitions free when accompanied by at least one paying adult. |
| Seniors | 260 KčFrom 65. |
| Visitors with disabilities | 95 Kčcompanion free · Price for holders of a ZTP/P card; their companion (at most 1 person) enters free. |
| Students & apprentices | 260 KčStudents aged 15 to 26. |
| Families | 820 KčFamily ticket for 1 adult and at most 3 children under 15; family ticket for 2 adults and at most 3 children under 15 costs CZK 1,140. |
| Combined ticket Velký svět techniky + Malý svět techniky U6 (adults) | 440 KčDiscounted price CZK 350; family ticket 1+3 at CZK 1,300; family ticket 2+3 at CZK 1,730. |
| Permanent exhibitions – Happy Hour (17:00–18:00) | 105 Kč |
| Children's World (children aged 2–6) – family ticket 1+3 | 450 KčFamily ticket 2+3 costs CZK 550. |
| Temporary exhibition | 140 Kč |
| Cinema only | 90 KčWith a ticket to the Children's World or U6, the cinema costs CZK 50. |
The prices apply from 1 March 2026. Children under 2 enter the Children's World free. Children under 15 may enter the centre only accompanied by a person over 18. Sodexo Flexi Pass vouchers are not accepted, and discounts cannot be combined. With an exhibition ticket, entry to Galerie Gong on the day of purchase is free. Tickets can also be bought online.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the operator, the entire building of Velký svět techniky is fully step-free (Malý svět techniky U6 is only partly step-free).
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 4 hrs |
|---|---|
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
| Family ticket | 820 Kč · Family ticket for 1 adult and at most 3 children under 15; family ticket for 2 adults and at most 3 children under 15 costs CZK 1,140. |
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Playground / play area
- Kids’ birthday parties
The Children's World, covering more than 950 m², is designed for children aged 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult and has its own children's toilets. The centre also offers creative workshops, holiday day camps for children aged 6 to 14, and birthday parties.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
- Café
A café in Velký svět techniky; the complex has further restaurants and cafés, for example L’Osteria in the U6 building.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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| Good to know | According to the operator, allow four to five hours to visit all the exhibitions. The admission ticket includes the accompanying programme (cinema, Science Theatre). Science shows and film screenings follow the daily programme. |
