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Madrid Planetarium
🎭EntertainmentOpen now · Closes 7:45 PM$ · Budget-friendly

Madrid Planetarium

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Look up at Madrid Planetarium, where a domed theatre turns the ceiling into the night sky. Watch an immersive astronomy show, then browse the small exhibition and telescopes.

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Full description

Madrid Planetarium features a domed projection theatre where astronomy shows, such as ones about eclipses, are presented as immersive visuals in a comfortable setting. A small exhibition area, including displays on space missions, and telescopes complete the visit.

It is more of a show-focused stop than a hands-on science centre, and one family reviewer wished for more interactive exhibits for children. Prices are budget-friendly and sessions run in the morning and early evening on most days, with Monday closed.

It suits families and curious visitors looking for a calm, educational break.

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Address

Parque Tierno Galván, Av. del Planetario, 16, Arganzuela, 28045 Madrid, Spain · Arganzuela
Website
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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

1h15

Best time

morning, lunchtime or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

  • Check the session schedule in advance as shows run in set morning and early-evening blocks
  • the planetarium is closed on Mondays
  • combine with other Arganzuela sights nearby
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Reviews

We like visiting planetariums wherever we go. Wish this one had more/any interactive exhibits for the kids. (Check out Salt Lake City or Taipei for great examples.) The show was about eclipses…can’t blame Spain for that in ‘26, but it’s much less fun than shows zooming through galaxies. Nice theater though.

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AJ

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