Ticketed Essential Information Type Exhibitions Location National Maritime Museum Date and Times Open daily | 10am-5pm Prices Adults £10 | Concessions £6.50 | Children £5 Free for members. Not a member? Join now Book tickets Members book here Glittering stars, shimmering galaxies, fiery suns and silver moons – wherever you are in the universe, don't miss Astronomy Photographer of the Year 15. Astronomy Photographer of the Year is an annual competition featuring the world’s greatest space photography. Photographers from across the globe compete to take home the prestigious title. Now it's your chance to see their spellbinding work. Over 100 photographs are on show in a special exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, displayed at their best on brilliant lightbox displays. Visit Astronomy Photographer of the Year, and see the world's greatest space photography. Book now “Every year, I leave this exhibition feeling insignificant in the grand scheme of the universe” ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Londonist Inside the exhibition Discover the stories behind this year's spectacular photographs Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023 winners revealed See the spectacular winning images from Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023, and find out who has been named the overall winner How three astrophotographers changed our view of the Universe Learn about the brand-new discovery that earned Marcel Drechsler, Xavier Strottner and Yann Sainty the title of Astronomy Photographer of the Year – and a place in the science books Behind the lens with Monika Deviat Dancer, educator, heavy metal fan and astrophotographer, discover more about the Aurorae winner of Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023 Seeing the sound of a black hole: the story of Black Echo How do you picture something that is invisible and inaudible to humans? Artist and photographer John White has the answer 'To the ends of the Earth': an astrophotographer's hunt for a clear night sky How far would you travel for a clear night sky? Derek Horlock's passion for astrophotography takes him all around the world The making of SunSelfie Learn how Wioletta Katarzyna Kulig made her self-portrait print of the Sun, shortlisted in 2023's Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition Plan your visit How to book We recommend booking tickets online in advance to guarantee entry. Select your date and entry time using the calendar, then choose the number of tickets you require and click 'add to basket'. When you check out, your tickets will be sent to you by email. Please bring these with you on the day either on your phone or as a printout. Tickets can also be bought at the National Maritime Museum on the day subject to availability. Members go free: you can book online in advance or show your membership card on arrival. Interested in becoming a member? Click here. Discounts available for Museums Association members and National Art Pass holders. See all our tickets Visiting the National Maritime Museum Astronomy Photographer of the Year is located in a dedicated Photography Gallery inside the National Maritime Museum. Download a floor plan here. The Museum is a short walk from the centre of Greenwich, with regular DLR, rail, bus and river services available. Plan your visit Getting here Buy prints from the exhibition From high quality prints to space and stargazing guides, visit our online shop to take home a piece of space history. Shop the collection Buy prints Learn more about space and astronomy The Royal Observatory is the historic centre of UK astronomy and home to London's only Planetarium. The Observatory is just a short walk from Astronomy Photographer of the Year at the National Maritime Museum, so why not make the most of your day out in Greenwich and visit both places together? Find out more. And if you've been inspired by any of the photos in this exhibition, don't miss the chance to expand your knowledge with one of the Royal Observatory's dedicated astronomy courses. There are courses to suit every level, from fascinating introductory courses to advanced astrophysics and astrophotography courses. Find out more Enter the competition Every year, photographers from across the globe compete to be part of the final exhibition and take home the prestigious title. Photographers of all skill levels are invited to submit up to 10 images to the competition. There are separate photography prizes open to adults, young photographers and astrophotography newcomers. All entrants have a chance of winning cash prizes, seeing their image displayed in an exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, a year’s subscription to BBC Sky at Night magazine, and a copy of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year publication. How to enter Tickets and Opening Adult: £10 Child: £5 Concessions £6.50 Book online Open daily from 16 September 2023 10am-5pm Greenwich Station Cutty Sark DLR Maze Hill Station Greenwich Pier View on map Directions via Public Transport Directions from your location Never miss a shooting star Sign up to our space newsletter for exclusive astronomy news, guides and events, and be ready to enter next year's competition Sign up See all the images Tap the arrows to explore the winning and shortlisted photographs from each category Galaxies Skyscapes Our Sun Our Moon Aurorae Planets, Comets and Asteroids People and Space Stars and Nebulae Best Newcomer Young competition Annie Maunder Prize for Image Innovation Explore the past winners Own awe-inspiring astrophotography Own beautiful award-winning astrophotography or take the first steps to creating your own with our selection of telescopes and astronomy guides. 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