What is a planetarium?
Think of a planetarium as a tour bus of the Universe taking you on amazing journeys to explore and experience the wonders of the night sky. Combining real images from spacecraft and telescopes with advanced CGI, all projected onto a fully immersive dome, the Planetarium can fly you into the heart of the Sun, transport you to distant galaxies, show you the birth of a star or land you on Mars.
The Peter Harrison Planetarium at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich is now London’s only planetarium, and features state-of-the-art HD projection technology, visualisations based on real scientific data and real astronomers.
New shows throughout the day – now better and brighter than ever. Experience a spectacular journey across the Universe at the Peter Harrison Planetarium.
Location
Now London's only planetarium, the Peter Harrison Planetarium is part of the Royal Observatory complex in Greenwich Park and is at the top of a steep hill.
Walking time from Greenwich Station or Cutty Sark DLR is usually approx 25 mins, or 20 mins from the National Maritime Museum. Pay & display parking is available on Blackheath Avenue. Please leave enough time as unfortunately latecomers cannot be admitted.
Access to the Planetarium is through the Astronomy Centre in the Royal Observatory South Building – see floor plans.
The Planetarium is fitted with an induction loop system. Find out more about our Access provision.
Transport
road | tube & rail | cycle | bus | river
Cost
• FREE for Members
• Adults: £6.50
• Children* (under 16s) and concessions: £4.50
• Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children OR 1 adult, 3 children): £17.50
* Under-3s free
You can also buy an 'Astro Ticket' (combined Royal Observatory admission + Planetarium ticket), saving up to £7 for families (£2 for individuals).
Tickets
Online: Book tickets online E-mail: bookings@rmg.co.uk
(Bookings office open 10.00–16.00)
To avoid disappointment, we strongly advise that you pre-book.
Tickets are available to purchase online until midnight the day before your visit. Tickets are available to purchase on-site and by calling 020 8312 6608 up to two hours before the show.
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Planetarium show times
Please note: the Planetarium will be closed all day on 4 June and 2 July for essential maintenance.
Weekends, school and public holidays
Half-term holiday: 25 May–2 June
Summer holiday: 25 July–2 September
| Time | Show |
|---|---|
| 11.00 | Space Safari |
| 11.45 | We Are Aliens! |
| 12.30 | Sky Tonight Live |
| 13.15 | We Are Aliens! |
| 14.00 | Sky Tonight Live |
| 14.45 | We Are Aliens! |
| 15.30 | Sky Tonight Live |
| 16.15 | We Are Aliens!* |
| 17.00* | Sky Tonight Live** |
* From 6 July, the 16.15 show will be The Universe Exposed
** No 17.00 showing on 6 May. From 1 June, the 17.00 show will be The Universe Exposed
Weekdays (term-time)
| Time | Day | Show |
|---|---|---|
| 12.45,
13.45 |
Mondays, Wednesdays | Meet the Neighbours |
| Tuesdays | Space Safari | |
| Thursdays, Fridays | Solar System, Galaxy, Universe | |
| 14.45 | Monday–Friday | We Are Aliens! |
| 15.30 | Monday–Friday | Sky Tonight Live |
| 16.15 | Monday–Friday | We Are Aliens! |
Ages: All shows recommended for ages 5+ (under-5s will be admitted). Space Safari is a special show for ages 7 and under.