One of the highlights of our Adelaide trip was visiting MOD., and honestly, it turned out to be one of those rare places where both the kids and the adults were completely engaged from start to finish.
Walking in with two curious kids, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I thought we’d spend an hour or two looking around, but before we knew it, we had spent most of the day exploring, learning, laughing and having some really interesting conversations about technology, science and the future.
🚀 The Kids Were Obsessed with the AI Exhibits
The moment we reached the AI section, both kids were hooked.
They absolutely loved interacting with the AI displays and talking to the AI-powered exhibits. Watching their faces light up as they asked questions and received responses was priceless. What amazed me most was seeing how naturally children interact with technology. They weren’t intimidated at all. They simply treated the AI like a new friend and started chatting away.
There were so many moments where they would turn to each other and say:
“How does it know that?”
“Can it really talk?”
“Let’s ask it another question!”
Their curiosity was infectious, and as a parent, I loved seeing them learn through play rather than being glued to a screen.
🌏 My Favourite Space: The Earth Room
While the kids were busy exploring the interactive displays, my personal favourite was the Earth Room.
There was something incredibly powerful about standing in a space that visualised our planet and encouraged us to think about how connected everything is. It was immersive, thought-provoking and beautifully designed.
It reminded me that technology isn’t just about gadgets and software. It can help us better understand our world, tackle environmental challenges and make smarter decisions for the future.
I could have easily spent another hour just wandering through that room and taking it all in.
🎤 Talking with AI Felt Like Science Fiction
Another highlight for me was interacting with the AI exhibits.
As someone who works in IT and spends a lot of time thinking about digital transformation, business systems and emerging technologies, I found it fascinating to see AI explained in such an engaging and accessible way.
We hear about Artificial Intelligence everywhere these days, but seeing people of all ages interacting with it in real life was something different altogether.
What I loved most was that the exhibits didn’t just focus on the technology itself. They encouraged visitors to think about:
âś… How AI can support people
âś… Where AI is already being used today
âś… The opportunities it creates
âś… The challenges and ethical questions it raises
As an IT professional, I found myself constantly thinking about real-world use cases and how rapidly AI is becoming part of our everyday lives. Whether it’s healthcare, education, customer service, travel or local government, AI is no longer something futuristic. It’s already here.
And honestly, that’s both exciting and fascinating.
❤️ A Perfect Family Day Out
What made MOD. special wasn’t just the technology.
It was the fact that we experienced it together as a family.
The kids explored, asked questions and shared their favourite exhibits. My husband and I found ourselves having deeper conversations about technology, the future and what the world might look like when our children are adults.
Those are the moments I treasure most.
A place that can entertain children, spark curiosity, inspire learning and still keep adults completely engaged is something truly special.
If you’re visiting Adelaide with kids, I highly recommend adding MOD. to your itinerary. It’s educational without feeling like a classroom, interactive without being overwhelming, and one of the most enjoyable family experiences we’ve had together.
We left feeling inspired, curious and excited about the future.
And judging by the endless questions from the kids on the way home, I’d say they loved it just as much as I did. ❤️
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M from Nepaliaustralian
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