Città della Scienza (Naples): "Codes of Life" — family-friendly labs

Città della Scienza: "Codes of Life" — a weekend for families

When: Friday 24 - Sunday 26 April 2026 • Approx. hours: continuous activities from 10:00 to 16:00.

Where: Città della Scienza, Via Coroglio 57/104, Naples.

A family-oriented program that mixes play and science: practical labs, observation stations and guided activities to explore DNA, plant cultivation and the connections between environmental health and biodiversity.

Main activities (selection)

• Your name in DNA — Convert your name into a sequence of bases (A, T, C, G) and make a colorful bracelet that represents the sequence. Location: LAB 2 (Ground floor, Corporea). Target: suitable for all ages.
• Plants in vitro & biotechnology — Learn how plants are grown in labs, the conservation of varieties and applications of plant biotechnology. Location: LAB 2 (Ground floor, Corporea). Target: suitable for all ages.
• Which plant are you? — Interactive quiz to discover your affinity with different plant species. Location: LAB 2 (Ground floor, Corporea). Target: suitable for all ages.
• Lava Lamp — A playful experiment for children (7–10 years): mix water, oil and color to create a lava lamp in a test tube. Sessions: 25 and 26 April, 11:00–11:30 and 14:30–15:00. Location: 4th Floor (Main Hall, Corporea).
• DidòLab — "Sensations" — Sensory workshops for the youngest (3–6 years) exploring the five senses through modeling. When: weekends 25–26 April and 2–3 May, 10:00–16:00. Location: 4th Floor (Main Hall, Corporea).
• DNA Adventure & One Health Mission — Open lab with live experiments to learn about the genetic code and the links between human, animal and environmental health. Hours: continuous 10:00–16:00. Location: Open Lab (Ground floor, Corporea). Target: suitable for all ages.

Practical tips for families

• Arrive early to book limited-seat workshops.
• Wear comfortable clothes and bring a change of clothes for young children, especially for sensory activities.
• Many activities run continuously, allowing flexible visits aligned with children's rhythms.
• Check Città della Scienza's official website or contact the venue for exact schedules, bookings and participation details.

Who it's for: families with preschool and school-age children interested in hands-on science, sensory labs and nature education.