Admission to CERN Science Gateway is free for everyone. 

Families, individual visitors and small groups (fewer than 12 people) can freely access our three interactive exhibitions, as well as science shows and films (subject to availability). In addition, you can sign up for guided tours and lab workshops on a first-come, first-served basis. On Sundays, guided tours and lab workshops are exclusively reserved for families, individual visitors and small groups.

There is no online booking for families, individual visitors and small groups (less than 12 visitors). Groups (12 visitors and more) can and must book here.

Please note that visitors under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

How do you get access to CERN Science Gateway ?

When you arrive, open our exclusive web application (accessible only on CERN-Visitors Wi-Fi) and tell us a bit about yourself to get access to CERN Science Gateway's activities.

Which activities do you have access to?

Which activities require an additional booking?

The activities below can be booked on the day of your visit and on site only (1 hour in advance for labs and 2 hours in advance for guided tours, on our exclusive web application, available only on CERN-Visitors Wi-Fi).

Given very high demand and limited capacity, about only 10% of Science Gateway visitors will get a place in a guided tour or lab workshop. Bookings are available on a first-come, first-served basis, at the time of bookings opening and upon availability. It is advised to come in the morning to increase your chances to get a booking but note that the bookings open to all present visitors at the same time, regardless of their arrival time. More guided tours for families and individual visitors are available during the Summer and on Sundays.

Note that there are no guided tours during end-of year period: From Friday, 19 December 2025 to Monday, 5 January 2026 inclusive.