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Royal Observatory Planetarium Show Tickets

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Visitors watching a planetarium show at the Royal Observatory in London.

Duration

30 min

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Experience the Peter Harrison Planetarium, London’s only operational planetarium, for immersive journeys through space with a live show hosted by an expert astronomer!

4.1/5

(39)

Juliana Barbosa Dos Santos Barros

Juliana

Jul 2025
Verified booking
I booked the "The Sky Tonight" show at the Planetarium and it was absolutely beautiful. I went on a date and it was such a relaxing, wholehearted experience for both of us, it´s a pity that it´s only 30 minutes. Initially I encountered some issues as my date was running late and I was told we would not be allowed in the show past a certain time. I also couldn´t get a refund or reschedule so I was stressing a bit. But then I quickly called the Headout costumer service team and they solved the issue for me very promply and smoothly.
Brigitta Toth-Feleki

Brigitta

May 2025
Verified booking
I visited the Planetary show with my son (7), my autistic daughter (9) and with my mother. For all of us it was a great and amazing spectacular. I was concern about my daughter as she may want to leave before the performance would finish, but it captured her heart as well... it was clearly a WOW-factor.... later we had a nice walk around the Observatory's area and in the park, spent there overall a 4 hours. Highly recommended.
Helen Moroney

Helen

Jun 2025
Verified booking
Planetarium was fantastic. Ticket experience not good. They wouldn't let us in until we queued at the info desk and got tickets printed out. Note to self - next time book direct with the planetarium!
    • Watch the universe come to life as you're guided by expert astronomers through the stars, and planets with stunning visual effects in a planetarium show.

    • Dive into the world of satellites with a planetarium show, where you’ll discover how these space-based technologies monitor the Earth.

    • Discover space through sound in the Audio Universe experience, a multi-sensory journey that transforms astronomical data into audio.

    • Immerse in a celestial spectacle as you witness the universe through real spacecraft imagery, state-of-the-art CGI, and telescope data.

    • Entry to the Peter Harrison Planetarium (8+ years)
    • Access to a planetarium show
    • Access to special exhibitions
    • Entry to the Royal Observatory
    • Entry for children under 7 years
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from Germany, Ireland, United States and over 8 countries have loved this experience

    Brigitta Toth-Feleki

    Brigitta

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I visited the Planetary show with my son (7), my autistic daughter (9) and with my mother. For all of us it was a great and amazing spectacular. I was concern about my daughter as she may want to leave before the performance would finish, but it captured her heart as well... it was clearly a WOW-factor.... later we had a nice walk around the Observatory's area and in the park, spent there overall a 4 hours. Highly recommended.
    Michael Carr

    Michael

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Excellent presentation by a brilliant young scientist.
    Deborah Hogan

    Deborah

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    The presentation was very simple and pitched at young children with very little new or interesting information for adults. The images were quite old fashioned and clunky and the music uninspiring.
    Juliana Barbosa Dos Santos Barros

    Juliana

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I booked the "The Sky Tonight" show at the Planetarium and it was absolutely beautiful. I went on a date and it was such a relaxing, wholehearted experience for both of us, it´s a pity that it´s only 30 minutes. Initially I encountered some issues as my date was running late and I was told we would not be allowed in the show past a certain time. I also couldn´t get a refund or reschedule so I was stressing a bit. But then I quickly called the Headout costumer service team and they solved the issue for me very promply and smoothly.
    Russell Oni

    Russell

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Lots of fun! The presenter of the 3:30pm show (can't remember her name) was amazing. Perfect blend of comedy and education.
  • Explore the universe at London’s only operational planetarium with entry to the Peter Harrison Planetarium at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. You’ll have access to a live show, where expert astronomers guide you through the stars, constellations, and planets visible on the day of your visit.

    Satellite exploration and special exhibitions

    Alongside the planetarium show, your ticket includes access to special exhibitions that dive deeper into space exploration and the technologies we use to understand the universe. You'll also have the opportunity to explore We Are Guardians, a unique experience focused on Earth's satellite fleet and its critical role in protecting our planet by monitoring climate change and environmental impacts.

    Multi-sensory space experience

    Complete your visit with Audio Universe, where you’ll listen to the sounds of celestial bodies, transforming the Solar System into a multi-sensory experience. End your journey with Starstruck, which reveals the lifecycle of stars and the stunning processes that shape the galaxies. This combination of visual and auditory experiences makes the Royal Observatory a must-visit for space enthusiasts and curious visitors.

  • What's not allowed

    • This experience is not suitable for children under the age of 7 years.

    Accessibility

    • The planetarium is fully accessible by lift, though some mobility scooters may be too large for access
    • For visitors with hearing aids, an induction loop system is available to enhance the audio experience.

    Additional information

    • Please note that late entry or re-entry is not permitted once the show has started.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at Royal Observatory Greenwich.

    • Address: Blackheath Ave, London SE10 8XJ, United Kingdom.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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