Cern, Geneva

Delve into the mysteries of the cosmos at the Science Gateway at CERN. This newly opened centre, designed by the famed Renzo Piano, houses interactive exhibitions. Here, you can enjoy the practical experience of science through exhibitions like "Discover CERN," "Our Universe," and "Quantum World." Each exhibit takes you on a captivating journey through time. As you explore, you can learn all about the origins of the universe, from the Big Bang to the intricacies of quantum mechanics in an understandable way. Visiting the Science Gateway in CERN lets you learn about the fundamental principles that govern our universe, in a very simple and interesting manner.

Enjoy a fascinating journey through guided tours of the facility, led by CERN’s very own set of scientists. These guided tours offer a rare peek into the study of particle physics. The tours also provide unparalleled insight into the facilities where groundbreaking experiments are conducted. You will see the Synchrocyclotron during the tour, CERN's first particle accelerator. Additionally, you might even get the chance to visit the control room of the ATLAS experiment, which is a significant particle physics experiment related to the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

Witness science comes to life at one of CERN's dynamic science shows. Delivered by the scientific community at CERN, these shows cover thrilling topics like Electromagnetism, levitation, states and mysteries of matter, and the Universe. Some of the popular live science shows at CERN include "Mysteries of Matter," "Journey through a Detector," "Seize the Data," "Proton Express," and "Science of Magical Parties." Additionally, all of the shows at CERN are designed to explain complex scientific concepts simplistically to visitors of all ages. It is a fun, engaging way to learn, with interactive elements that make complex concepts accessible and exciting.

Roll up your sleeves for a lab workshop at Science Gateway when you visit CERN. These sessions offer a hands-on approach to science in a way that is both exciting and educational. These workshops are conducted at state-of-the-art facilities within the Science Gateway and are led by CERN’s scientific community volunteers. Here, you can engage in activities like employing infrared cameras to visualize temperature differences. These live sessions also provide a glimpse into the daily work of scientists and engineers here.

Take a self-guided tour of CERN's achievements through the Microcosm Exhibit and the Globe of Science and Innovation. By doing so, you can trace the history of CERN's research and its contribution to science. During the tour, you can learn about the construction of the Large Hadron Collider and CERN’s role in the invention of the World Wide Web (WWW). With detailed displays, interactive models, and informative panels, these exhibits celebrate science. They also celebrate the collective effort of thousands of scientists from around the globe.