Suitable for ages 7+ Essential Information Type Planetarium shows Location Royal Observatory Date and Times Daily shows Prices Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Free for members. Not a member? Join now Book now Member tickets Join us for The Sky Tonight, a live planetarium show presented by an astronomer from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Explore the night sky as it will be on the day of your visit and learn about some astronomical sights you can spot for yourself in this classic show. Featuring anything from constellations to meteor showers! Recommended ages 7+. Under-5s will not be admitted – Ted's Space Adventure is suitable for younger children. Check out the full list of upcoming planetarium shows and events here. Show times The Sky Tonight runs every day (apart from select planetarium maintenance days). Day Term Time School Holidays Monday-Wednesday 2:45pm 1:30pm & 4:30pm Thursday No showings 1:30pm Friday 2:45pm 1:30pm & 4:30pm Saturday-Sunday 1:30pm & 4:30pm 1:30pm & 4:30pm How to book Planetarium shows are now available to book online and by phone. Our shows are very popular, to prevent any disappointment, we recommend booking your tickets in advance. To book your tickets, please click here or contact the Bookings team on 0208 312 6608. The office is open Monday-Sunday, 9am-5pm. Plan your visit Can children attend? Yes! This show is suitable for ages 7+. Children under 5 will not be admitted. All children must be accompanied by an adult. How long do planetarium shows last? Planetarium shows last up to 30 minutes. When should I arrive? The planetarium is part of the Royal Observatory, at the top of a hill with spectacular views across London. Please allow enough time to get to us and aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before the show’s start time, as latecomers cannot be admitted. Getting here Can I bring a pushchair? Pushchairs are not allowed into the planetarium itself but there is a designated buggy park in the foyer. Can I visit the Observatory too? You do not need a Royal Observatory ticket to visit the Planetarium. However, if you would also like to visit the historic observatory then you can book a separate ticket here. Are companion/carer tickets available? Companions to disabled visitors are entitled to free admission. These tickets can be selected online when booking any paid ticket. Please contact the Bookings Team on 0208 312 6608 or email bookings@rmg.co.uk if you have any queries. I have another question. Check our frequently asked questions here. If you're still not sure, call or email the Bookings team. Call: +44 (0)20 8312 6608 Email: bookings@rmg.co.uk Tickets and Opening Adult: £12 Child: £6 Student/Under 25: £8 Book now Daily shows Greenwich Station Cutty Sark DLR Maze Hill Station Greenwich Pier View on map Directions via Public Transport Directions from your location What’s On See more Royal Observatory events and planetarium shows. 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Weekends and holiday weekdays Adults £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows We Are Guardians Join Earth's fleet of state-of-the-art satellites for an immersive exploration of their role in safeguarding our planet Daily shows Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows The Sky Tonight A classic guide to the night sky presented live by a Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer Daily shows Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows Moons Beyond Counting Learn more about our own Moon and some of the more exotic moons of the Solar System in this show narrated by our Royal Observatory astronomers Weekends and holiday weekdays in December Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows | Bilingual Families À Descoberta do Sistema Solar Join us for a planetarium show in Portuguese, presented live by an astronomer 10 December 2023 | 10.30am Adult £10 | Child £5 Royal Observatory Courses | Astronomy courses Foundation Astrophysics A series of ten-week courses on more advanced topics in astrophysics Tuesdays, 6.30-9pm | 10-week modules available from 12 Sept and 28 Nov 2023; 5 March 2024 £200 per module Royal Observatory Courses | Astronomy courses Intermediate Astronomy Acquire a rigorous scientific understanding of the universe with the Royal Observatory Greenwich Tuesdays, 6.30-9pm | 10-week modules available from 12 Sept and 28 Nov 2023; 5 Mar 2024 £205 per module Royal Observatory Talks and tours | Evenings and Lates Royal Observatory Christmas lecture Hear about the latest cutting-edge satellite research with Professor John Remedios, Director of the National Centre for Earth Observation Friday 15 December 2023 | 7 - 8pm £10 Adult | £5 Child | £9 Students Royal Observatory Planetarium shows | Identity Chinese Astronomy From stars to space exploration, explore ancient and modern Chinese astronomy in this live planetarium show Saturday 16 December 2023 | 10.30am Adult £10 | Child £5 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System Experience the Solar System like never before - by traveling on a spacecraft that can turn the objects in space into sound! 1, 2, 3 & 5 January 2024 | 3:30pm Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory Planetarium shows Meet the Neighbours Tour the Solar System and beyond in style with this live, immersive show packed full of spectacular sights and fun facts Weekends and holiday weekdays in January Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8 Royal Observatory What's on at the Peter Harrison Planetarium Out of this world stargazing and astronomy shows for the whole family For families at the Royal Observatory Bring your little astronauts to the Royal Observatory for space-themed fun Royal Observatory Visit the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), the Prime Meridian of the world and London’s only Planetarium Royal Museums Greenwich Close Choose your tickets Please book your planetarium show tickets at least 24 hours in advance. Planetarium tickets do not include entry to the Royal Observatory. Planetarium show The Sky Tonight Daily shows Suitable for ages 7+ Not available for under 5s Adult £12.00 Child £6.00 Student & Under 25 £8.00 BOOK NOW Planetarium shows Planetarium tickets for members Free tickets for members Pick your preferred show Membership card number required Advance booking recommended BOOK NOW Become a Member Unlimited entry all year Royal Observatory Cutty Sark Planetarium Shows Special exhibitions Direct Debit One-off Individual: £50 Individual: £60 Family: from £60 Family: from £70 JOIN TODAY