What's on at the Peter Harrison Planetarium

Take a tour of the Universe and experience the wonders of the night sky with expert commentary from Royal Observatory astronomers.

Please note: All Planetarium shows will need to be pre-booked, 24 hours in advance, including Members tickets. Booking is via phone only.

The Ticket Bookings office is open 9am-5pm, Monday-Sunday.

Tel: +44 (0)20 8312 6608 

Frequently asked questions

Check out our current Planetarium shows below. Click the links to find out what's on when.

Watch a planetarium show

Phantom of the Universe

An exciting Planetarium show exploring dark matter, from the Big Bang to its...

One Day on Mars

Join our expedition to Mars and enjoy a thrilling experience where you'll...

Ted's Space Adventure

Come with a bear called Ted (and companion Plant!) on an adventure around the...

Join a planetarium show from home

Join us for Solar System Discovery, a live online planetarium show presented...
Learning with the Royal Observatory

Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year

Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year is the largest...

Astronomy at Home

Explore the night sky using our online resources and make-and-do activities...

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See the Great Equatorial Telescope

Stand beneath the magnificent onion dome and marvel at one of the biggest...

Observatory Life: At Home with the Astronomers Royal

What would it have been like to live at the Royal Observatory? Step behind...

Altazimuth Pavilion

See the perfectly formed Altazimuth Pavilion for free at the Royal...

Reach for the stars

Expand your mind with our astronomy courses and more

Astronomy courses at the Royal Observatory

Discover our range of astronomy courses today....

Think Space Lectures

Listen to astrophysicists from across the UK talk about cutting edge research...

Lightning Courses 2019/2020

Lightning courses are currently unavailable, new dates for booking will be...

Special events at the planetarium

Enjoy special events at London's Planetarium

Royal Observatory Greenwich Christmas Lecture

Join us for the annual Royal Observatory Christmas Lecture, which features...

Astronomy and Islam Mornings

Join an astronomer for a special show featuring the New Crescent Moon and the...

Science In Science Fiction

Join astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich as they separate...