Anchored in the Bordeaux area on the banks of the Bacalan quays, right next to the new Jacques Chaban-Delmas Bridge, Cap Sciences is the Mecca of Science for the entire New Aquitaine region. A concentration of technologies in Bordeaux, the cultural center attracts both small geniuses and great scientists. It has become the space reserved for the exploration of scientific facts through exhibitions, playful animations and initiation workshops.
Cap Sciences is a center for scientific, technical and industrial culture (CCSTI) located in Bordeaux, France. It was created in 1995 and is located in a renovated industrial building on the right bank of the Garonne River, at the foot of the Chaban-Delmas Bridge.
Since its creation, Cap Sciences has grown to become a major player in scientific, technical and industrial culture in the Bordeaux region. The center offers temporary exhibitions on various subjects such as space, renewable energies, health and new technologies. It also organizes hands-on workshops for children and young people, conferences and events for the general public, as well as educational programs for schools and leisure centers.
Over the years, Cap Sciences has collaborated with many local and international partners to develop new exhibitions and educational programs. The center has also received several awards for its commitment to scientific culture and education, including the “Science Center” label in 2009.
Today, Cap Sciences continues to inspire young people and families to discover science and technology in a fun and interactive way, offering innovative and stimulating learning experiences for all ages.
Cap Sciences is appealing to children and families because it offers a fun and interactive learning experience on scientific and technological topics.
The interactive exhibits and hands-on workshops allow children to learn by doing their own experiment. Cap Sciences is a true museum on the theme of technology. It regularly organizes events and activities for families, such as theme nights and science festivals, which provide an opportunity to spend time with the family while learning and having fun. The program offered by Cap Science is of interest to all members of the family, the little ones, the juniors and even the adults will learn new things.
Playful and educational workshops specially designed for a young public are frequently proposed in order to make them want to reflect on the world around them. This wide choice of workshops around technology and science will awaken their curiosity while developing their autonomy. All workshops are presented by competent animators.
The scientific laboratory of Cap Science in Bordeaux, hosts incredible exhibitions and conferences on multidisciplinary scientific subjects. They are renewed regularly and adapted to all audiences. The didactic and clear explanations please young and old alike. You can find virtual exhibitions and serious games (games mixing culture, entertainment and pedagogy) to learn while having fun. The exhibitions keep their promise by immersing visitors in the depths of science and new technologies.
Known and frequented by a public of all ages, Cap Sciences is at the service of innovation and discovery. This place is open to the public every afternoon, except Monday.
On the first floor of the Cap Sciences Hangar, a Fab Lab, a living Lab and a lounge share the space. A Fab Lab is nothing less than an Open Source manufacturing laboratory exclusively dedicated to creation and innovation.
The most curious and do-it-yourselfers can bring their projects to life thanks to freely available equipment (3D printers, laser cutters, Arduino electronics and many others) and the support of a mediator who is a fan of new technologies. Packages to learn how to use the machines independently and to learn about specific themes: robotics, mechanics or electronics. You can become the king of Do It Yourself and share ideas and knowledge with a community of enthusiasts.
After your visit to Cap Sciences, take the time to visit Bordeaux on board our panoramic bus, which will take you on a tour along the Garonne River. Our bus will take you on a 70-minute tour of the left and right banks, through different neighborhoods and you will be able to admire the great monuments of Bordeaux.
Reserve your place on board the red bus today.
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The exhibition *Circasciences en piste*, organised by Cap Sciences, is part of an initiative to bring advanced science to the general public through the lens of the circus arts. The exhibition design features a series of interactive installations that allow visitors to analyse the physical mechanisms employed by performers during their acts. This educational approach transforms a fun experience into a genuine scientific laboratory accessible to the general public.
Located on the quays of Bordeaux, right next to the Cité du Vin, this exhibition benefits from a strategic position within a well-established tourist ecosystem. This location makes it easy to incorporate into a wider urban discovery itinerary, particularly through organised tours.
The Cité du Vin is hosting the exhibition Around the World in 50 Wine Regions, a visual journey dedicated to the diversity of international wine-growing regions. This programme showcases a selection of photographs from partner regions, each of which has chosen an iconic image to embody its landscape, people or heritage.
The curatorial approach is based on a cross-sectional interpretation of the vineyards, without geographical hierarchy or strict technical classification. The photographs interact with each other through three major themes:
The musée des beaux-arts de Bordeaux offers a renewed interpretation of its collections through the exhibition “Passions collections,” structured around a body of works acquired over a full decade. This curatorial approach highlights not only rarely displayed pieces but also the scientific and heritage-driven logic behind public acquisitions. The exhibition design follows a precise museographic framework aimed at illustrating how a collection evolves through institutional decisions and art market opportunities.
SERVICE DISRUPTION
Dear visitors,
Due to a demonstration on Saturday 6 June from 2pm to 5pm, our buses will exceptionally operate on a closed circuit for approximately 1 hour 20 minutes (no hop-on hop-off service).
Departures at 10.15 am, 11.05 am, 11.55 am, 12.45 pm, 2.30 pm, 3.20 pm, 4.10 pm and 5.00 pm from stop no. 1 “Quinconces”, located in front of the Tourist Office at 10 Cours du 30 Juillet.
Tickets can be purchased from the driver by credit card only or at the Tourist Office.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.
We look forward to welcoming you.
