Peter Harrison Planetarium
Highlights
- Visit London's only operational planetarium in the heart of world-famous Maritime Greenwich
- Explore the stars with a live show hosted by astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich
- Take in spectacular views of London from the top of one of London's biggest green spaces
- Travel through time and space with a planetarium show at the historic Royal Observatory
Inclusions
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What's Excluded:
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- Once a reservation has been booked it cannot be cancelled or amended.
- This experience is not suitable for children under the age of 7.
- Entry to the Royal Observatory Greenwich is not included.
- You can leave the planetarium anytime during the show, but re-entry or latecomers will not be allowed in once the screening has begun.
- The planetarium is fully accessible by lift. Mobility scooters may be too large for lift access and visitors are requested to ask a member of staff on duty for assistance.
- Four wheelchair spaces are available for each planetarium show.
- The planetarium is fitted with an induction loop for hearing aids. Speak to a member on duty for more information.
Description
Take off on a journey through space and gain fascinating insights into our universe with a live planetarium show presented by expert astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Situated in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, the Peter Harrison Planetarium is London's only operational planetarium and a must-see destination for space enthusiasts.
This state-of-the-art 120-seat planetarium features captivating shows such as The Sky Tonight which explores the night sky as it will be on the day of your visit, the fascinating lives of the stars, and the many satellites orbiting planet Earth.
Join Earth's fleet of state-of-the-art satellites in We Are Guardians for an immersive exploration of their role in safeguarding our planet. Experience the Solar System in a spacecraft that can turn the objects in space into sound in an Audio Universe. Discover the amazing lifecycle of a star in Starstruck. These shows run throughout the day, and you will be automatically assigned one when you make your booking subject to that day's programming.
Combining real images from spacecraft and telescopes with advanced CGI, the Peter Harrison Planetarium will transport you into the universe without you having to leave your seat.
Join Royal Observatory astronomers and leading scientists on a fascinating journey into space, featuring live planetarium shows, interactive science sessions and much more!
The Royal Observatory
Home to Greenwich Mean Time and the famous Prime Meridian of the World - 0° 0’ 0”, the Royal Observatory is steeped in history and world importance! Built to find longitude at sea, architect Sir Christopher Wren's Royal Observatory is a brilliant museum of time and astronomy. Endorsed by international agreement in 1884 as the Prime Meridian of the world, be sure to stand astride the very line that separates East and West!
Schedule
Days of operation: Daily
Start time: 10am-5pm (last entry is 4:15pm).
Address: Blackheath Avenue, London, SE10 8XJ