Don't miss the spectacular new planetarium shows...they're out of this world!
Take an immersive journey into the wonders of the night sky with a trip around the solar system or see ancient creatures brought back to life using the latest and greatest technology.
Brand new!
Sea Monsters - A Prehistoric Adventure
(Running time approx 40 minutes) Cost: £2.95 adults, £1.95 child / concession, £9 family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)
See extraordinary marine reptiles of the dinosaur age brought to life. Become immersed in this unexplored world and learn about the fascinating science behind history's grandest ocean creatures.
Screeing times: Monday - Saturday: 12noon and 3.30pm, Sunday: 3.30pm only
Brand new!
Fragile Planet
(Running time approx 25 minutes) Cost: £2.50 adults, £1.50 child / concession, £7.20 family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)
Travel 120 million light years to rediscover home and Earth's special place in the Universe as the only known haven for life. The journey continues beyond the Milky Way to search for other special planets that might host extraterrestrial life.
Screening times: Monday - Saturday: 11.30am and 2pm, Sunday: 2pm only
Brand new!
Earth, Moon & Sun
(Running time approx 25 minutes) Cost: £2.50 adults, £1.50 child / concession, £7.20 family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)
Join Coyote, a character with razor-sharp wit, as he learns more about the night sky. This fast paced fun show examines how humans learn through space exploration and explores lunar phases, eclipses and other puzzles.
Screening times: Monday - Saturday: 11.30am and 3pm, Sunday: 3pm only
Brand new!
Seasonal Stargazing
(Running time approx 7-15 minutes) Cost: £1 any ticket, any time.
Become familiar with the starry night, with easy to follow star hopping directions and descriptive constellation tours. Discover how to find things in the night sky and see some of the most beautiful objects in astronomy.
Screening times: Monday - Saturday: 10.20am, 10.40am and 4.20pm, Sunday: 4.20pm only
Infinity Express
(Runing time approx 25 minutes) Cost: £2.50 adults, £1.50 child / concession, £7.20 family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)
How big is the Universe? Are we alone? These questions and more are tackled in this exciting journey through space and time.
Screening time: Monday - Sunday: 2.30pm
Dawn of the Space Age
(Running time approx 40 minutes) Cost: £2.95 adults, £1.95 child / concessions, £9 family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)
Re-live the excitment of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights.
Screening time: Monday - Sunday: 1pm
How to buy a ticket
Tickets are can be purchased from the museum shop on the day.
Planetarium Loyalty Card
Don't forget to collect a loyalty stamp each time you visit to see a show for free!
Hire the Planetarium
Did you know that the planetarium can be hired for birthday parties, private parties or corporate events? For more information, please contact the Museum on (0191) 222 6765.