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Armagh Observatory and Planetarium

College Hill, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 9DB
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The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is Northern Ireland's leading astronomical research and education facility. It offers visitors a unique experience which makes it "the place for space".

In the Planetarium’s Digital Full Dome Theatre you can sit back, relax and experience the wonders of our Universe. Take a tour of the night sky, and discover how our scientific research has impacted the field of astronomy.

Explore our exhibition area and learn more about the rich heritage of both the Armagh Observatory and the Armagh Planetarium. Look Closer and get to know the depth of our scientific research with hands on activities and workshops. You can also touch Ireland's largest meteorite! Relax and discover the wonders of space in our Sensory Space.

Take a stroll around our Astropark, which is 14 acres of attractive, landscaped grounds. Discover the scale models of the Solar System and the Universe and a wide range of flora and fauna. Of particular interest are the Human Orrery, two sundials, and historic telescopes and telescope domes.

The Armagh Observatory, founded in 1789 by Archbishop Richard Robinson, is a modern scientific research institute with a rich heritage. Our astronomers are researching Solar-System Astronomy, Solar Physics, Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics, and Solar System Earth relationships. It maintains the longest daily climate series in the UK and Ireland, and one of the longest from a single site in the world. You can marvel at the beautiful Georgian architecture and for a closer look, group tours of the Observatory are available. Contact our team for further details.

Pre-booking is essential for a visit to The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium.

For opening times, dome show times and events please visit www.armagh.space

You can book tickets online via our website www.armagh.space or call us on (028) 3752 3689.

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Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • Guided Tours Available
  • Open Sundays

Catering

  • Picnic Area
  • Tea-room/Cafe onsite

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Toilets

Leisure Facilities

  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted
  • Euros accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Dogs accepted by arrangement

Travel & Trade

  • Family Discount

Special Offers

  • Fulldome Show - County Armagh

     From £7 per ticket

    Join us at the Planetarium for a chilled-out afternoon. Enjoy one of our dome shows and explore our exhibition spaces. See the largest meteorite in Ireland on display. 

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Guide Prices

Digital Theatre show price (includes exhibition area)
Adults - £8 per show
Children (under 16) - £5.75 per show
Concessions - £7 per show
Family Ticket of 4 - £25.00, Family Ticket of 5 - £25.00
Toddler show at 11:00am every Saturday and on school holidays - £2 per person
20% discount if 2 or more shows are booked.

Group Rates available on request.

School Booking Prices
Pupils - £5.50per child / Teachers - Free

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* Check our website www.armagh.space for our opening hours.
Pre-booking you visit is essential.

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Directions from Town:Armagh Planetarium is situated on the Northern outskirts on the main Armagh-Portadown-Belfast Road.

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