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BBC Earth Experience – Melbourne Review
The newly launched BBC Earth Experience at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre invites families to explore our world by journeying through the seven continents. Through the magic of modern technology, it showcases stunning footage and music from the BBC Studios Natural History Unit series “Seven Worlds, One Planet.”
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The BBC Earth Experience is divided into four rooms, each offering a unique perspective on our planet’s beauty and biodiversity. In the main cinema room, you’ll get to explore the remarkable diversity of the world’s seven continents on massive projection screens, narrated by the legendary Sir David Attenborough. From fireflies putting on a spectacular light show in North America, to snub nosed monkeys huddling together to stay warm in Asia, and cassowary fathers protecting their tiny chicks in Australia. Find a bean bag and relax as you lose yourself in the stunning natural landscapes and wildlife from all seven continents.
The breakout rooms at the back of the exhibit are beautiful and engaging. The Vista Stage is a highlight, standing on the small stage gives you the feeling of flying over landscapes!
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The Water World room offers stunning close encounters with marine life and has a fun interactive experience with blue light that respond to your every movement.
The Micro Life room lets you witness the up-close beauty of nature, with blooming flowers and graceful butterflies. There is also a creepy crawly room if you’re feeling brave.
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The BBC Earth Experience carries a powerful message about the importance of protecting our planet’s biodiversity.
Families can self-guide through the exhibit, taking as much time as they like in each experience. They say it typically takes around an hour to complete, but during our visit, we spent 1.5 hours exploring and enjoying every moment.
As someone who has enjoyed BBC Earth documentaries for years, I found the transition to the big screen to be a truly magical experience. I recently took my teenage kids to see it, and they loved it.
BBC Earth Experience
Opening times:
Monday 10 am to 7:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am to 7:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am to 8 pm
Thursday 10 am to 8 pm
Friday 10 am to 8 pm
Saturday 9 am to 9 pm
Sunday 9 am to 7:30 pm
Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne
Price: Children’s tickets are available from $24.90 and adult tickets are available from $39.90.
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