Essential Information
| Type | Planetarium shows |
|---|---|
| Location |
Royal Observatory
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| Date and Times | Weekends during term time, daily during school holidays | 11.30am & 2.30pm |
| Prices | Adults £10 | Child £5 | Student & Under 25: £6.50 |
| Free for members. Not a member? Join now |
Ted’s Space Adventure is the observatory’s planetarium show aimed at younger audiences (3-7 year olds).
We’ll explore the Solar System with a bear named Ted (and companion Plant!), learning about the things we find there and how they affect us.
Ted’s Space Adventure is presented by an astronomer from the Royal Observatory Greenwich with interactivity, music and rhyme, the show is a must for preschool children!
Show times
Ted's Space Adventure runs Saturday and Sunday during term time and daily during school holidays.
There are two shows a day at 11.30am and 2.30pm.
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. We ask you to book your tickets at least 24 hours in advance. Cut-off for advance bookings in at 9am on the day of the show.
Please note: Seats are unallocated. Following government guidelines, from 16 October social distancing measures will be removed inside the Planetarium. You may be seated directly next to another guest.
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Plan your visit
Yes! This show is recommended for ages 3 - 7. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Planetarium shows last up to 30 minutes.
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.
Pushchairs are not allowed into the planetarium itself but there is a designated buggy park in the foyer.
Planetarium show tickets do not include entry to the historic Royal Observatory, but you can book your visit separately here.
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: | £10 |
|---|---|
| Child: | £5 |
11.30am and 2.30pm
Weekends during term time
Daily during school holidays
- Greenwich Station
- Cutty Sark DLR
- Maze Hill Station
- Greenwich Pier
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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
Ted's Space Adventure
- Suitable for under 7s
- Shows run Saturdays and Sundays
- Daily during school holidays
| Adult | £10.00 |
|---|---|
| Child | £5.00 |
Member tickets
- Free Museums entry
- Priority booking
- Membership card number required
| Advance booking recommended |
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 £65 | Family: from £75 |