It is the first major science center established in the state of Tripura.
The facility is operated by the Tripura State Council for Science and Technology (TSCST).
The center features an outdoor science park that demonstrates scientific principles through large-scale mechanical play equipment.
It includes a specialized section dedicated to the biodiversity and geography of the Northeast Indian region.
Science City Agartala is a regional science center located in the Siddhi Ashram area of Tripura, dedicated to promoting scientific literacy through interactive displays. The facility serves as a hub for science education in Northeast India, managed by the Tripura State Council for Science and Technology. It houses a planetarium that offers daily immersive astronomical shows to visitors. The complex features outdoor science park exhibits focused on physics and mechanics designed for hands-on learning. Gallery spaces cover themes ranging from energy and environment to biology and prehistoric life. It acts as an educational resource for students and families interested in applied science concepts.
The large, interactive outdoor science exhibits provide the most dynamic photographic opportunities.
Visit during the weekday mornings to avoid school field trip crowds.
Dedicate time to the planetarium show, which is often the highlight of the visit.
Wear comfortable walking shoes for the outdoor science park area.
Avoid visiting on public holidays when local school excursions make the facility overcrowded.
Closed on Mondays and certain government gazetted holidays.
Maintain a quiet tone in the planetarium and exhibition halls; do not touch restricted display items.
