An image from space of the Earth and the Moon.
Planetarium show

Space Explorers

Mars or Venus? Jupiter or Saturn? Young explorers choose where to travel in this interactive planetarium show for children under 6.

When: 29 Sep 2026 – 28 Feb 2027
Where: Planetarium
Recommended for: Under 6s
Best for ages: 0-5
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Access considerations

Planetarium show

Book a day ticket

Become a Space Explorer and choose where your mission takes you. Guided by our live presenter, you'll blast off from Earth to visit planets across the Solar System before travelling further into our galaxy.

Mars or Venus? Jupiter or Saturn? You decide.

Designed especially for children under 6, though explorers of all ages are welcome.

Book planetarium tickets online alongside your day ticket. To add a show to your visit at a later date or to book a free ticket for a personal assistant, foster carer or refugee, please contact our booking team or check availability at front desk on the day.

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This planetarium show feature low light, fast moving visuals with some strobing light and moderate audio.
 
The show is presenter-led and features interactions such as audience-choice by voting.

Limited wheelchair spaces are available. Please book online alongside your day ticket.

 

A hearing loop is available. Please speak to a member of staff for more details.

Access and support

/You'll need a day ticket to add a planetarium show to your visit.

/Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your show. We are unable to facilitate late entry

/Under 12s need to be accompanied by an adult. 

/0-1s go for free, but you still need to book them a ticket.

/We can't facilitate buggies in the Planetarium. A buggy park is available in the Space Gallery.

/The show lasts for 25 minutes

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