In Dublin, Ireland is the Explorium, a/k/a the National Sport and Science Centre. This is a family-friendly facility that features hands-on activities to teach kids and adults about science.


In addition to featuring a Lightning Room with a gigantic Tesla coil, a Robotics Arena and a VR Zone where you can walk around with life-sized dinosaurs, there are physical activities where participants can run, jump and climb.



The interactive exhibit that teaches about centripetal/centrifugal force is rather novel. Called G-Force Bike, it consists of a bicycle you can ride through a full vertical loop.


"When you cycle fast enough, the inward-pointing force overcomes gravity, allowing you to complete the loop safely," the Explorium explains. (And yes, you're strapped in the entire time.)
Those within range of Dublin can learn more here.
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