Top 15 Observatory and Planetarium Tickets Worldwide

1.Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,095 reviews · from $32Our pick

Explore the Royal Observatory Greenwich on a self-guided visit with a multilingual downloadable guide. See Flamsteed House, the Octagon Room, Harrison’s marine clocks, the Prime Meridian, a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite, and sweeping views across London. Planetarium shows require a separate ticket.

“Electronic tickets made it very easy. Time slot not strict and could enter any time of day. Great view.”

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2.Taipei: Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 847 reviews · 1 - 365 days · from $19

Take the 37-second elevator to Taipei 101’s 89th-floor observatory for broad city views, telescopes, engineering displays, and access to higher viewing areas when open. Your ticket is valid for 1 to 365 days, with standard and fast-track options. Redeem standard tickets at the 5th-floor machine, while fast-track guests go to the counter.

“This experience reminded me of the CN Tower experience in Toronto. Overall, I enjoyed myself. I was kinda bummed though because the deck was closed due to inclement weather”

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3.Prague: Astronomical Clock Tower Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 641 reviews · 20 min · from $34

Meet your English-speaking host at Maiselova 5 for a short Old Town Square orientation and clock briefing, then enter the tower with a prearranged ticket. Explore at your own pace, watch for the apostles, enjoy Prague views, and use the smartphone audio guide in eight languages.

“From start to finish our experience was amazing out tour guide was super friendly,knowledgeable and funny a breathe of fresh air. The clock was absolutely amazing to see and the view from the top was stunning, highly recommend booking with this team.”

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4.Prague: Žižkov TV Tower Observatory Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 570 reviews · from $14

Ride the elevator to Prague’s Žižkov TV Tower Observatory, 93 meters above the ground. Visit three themed cabins featuring world towers, bubble chairs with street sounds, and changing exhibitions by Czech artists. Allow time for the views, and book ahead if you hope to eat at the restaurant.

“It wasn’t too busy when we arrived on a Saturday mid morning but it was very cold. There was a queue to pay and one lady serving. We used the barcode on GYG to attempt to go through the gate for 6 people but it only took the one and the others had to walk round reception to get in. One lift to the top and another to the restaurant. Again a small queue. Once at the top there was plenty of info, 4 viewing areas and fantastic views. Worth the trip 👍”

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5.Taipei: Priority Pass Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 467 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Use a Priority Pass to reach Taipei 101’s observatory by express elevator, then take in 360-degree views from the 87th, 88th, and rooftop viewing areas. The pass also speeds your return journey, includes WiFi, and works well for sunset visits, busy weekends, and short layovers.

“The experience is fine. The food is pricey at the top compared to the food hall at B1. We had no choice, but avoid going on a cloudy day”

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6.Miami: Frost Museum of Science and Planetarium Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 429 reviews · from $30

Spend a full day at Miami’s Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, with entry to its aquarium, hands-on science galleries, and one planetarium show. Touch a stingray, see hammerhead sharks, meet a 30-foot dinosaur, test space and aviation exhibits, and choose between Dynamic Earth and Black Holes. Plan on three to four hours for a proper visit.

“Everything went very smoothly. Only in the moment I bought the ticket, the fact it appears 6PM, and it says in the description we can use it anytime from the moment we buy the ticket, it was very confusing. Based on the comments I bought the ticket and went directly and had no problem. So when we buy the ticket we can directly go.”

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7.Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entry Ticket London

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 367 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33

Visit Royal Observatory Greenwich for about two hours, stand with one foot in each hemisphere, and follow a downloadable audio guide through Flamsteed House, Wren’s Octagon Room, Harrison’s clocks, the Shepherd Gate Clock, and the Great Equatorial Telescope. Add nearby free museums and Cutty Sark for a full Greenwich day.

“Our tour guide (Ross) at the Royal Observatory was extremely interesting. How lucky to be able to share the view from your office with all who visit. Thank you”

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8.Tokyo: Roppongi Hills Observatory Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 293 reviews · 1 day · from $12Best value

Visit Tokyo City View on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower for broad indoor views across Tokyo. Your $12 ticket is valid for one day, but you must exchange a printed voucher at the 3F ticket office. Night visits are especially rewarding for city lights and Tokyo Tower views. Exhibition construction may limit some sightlines.

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9.Prague Astronomical Clock Tower Ticket+20min Intro & opt. E-guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 279 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet near Prague’s Old Town Square, collect your ticket, and hear a short English introduction before exploring the Old Town Hall tower alone. See the famous clock, Twelve Apostles, and zodiac ring, then climb or pay a small extra fee for the lift to reach the viewing levels. An optional mobile audio guide covers the tower and Old Town.

“Lovely young guide. Click story impressive. Audio guide could be a little more comprehensive. Tower impressive”

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10.Santiago: Sky Costanera Observatory Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 208 reviews · 1 hour · from $45

Meet at the base floor of Mall Costanera Center and ride to Sky Costanera's observatory in less than a minute. You get one hour to see Santiago, the Andes, and major landmarks from a 360-degree viewpoint. Book the virtual ticket in advance, and bring your passport or ID.

“La apus de soare este foarte frumos,este muzică live ,iar privelișile asupra orașului sunt grozave.”

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11.Seoul: N Seoul Tower Observatory Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 196 reviews · from $18

Visit N Seoul Tower on Namsan Mountain for wide views across Seoul, with clear-day sights toward Incheon’s West Sea and North Korea’s Songaksan. Your ticket covers the observatory, while some options add a round-trip cable car, yakgwa pastry, and coffee. Bring your passport and use the emailed e-ticket, not the booking QR code.

“Super experience Please explain there are different ways to reach! Stairs câble car or tracking”

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12.Sky View Observatory at the Columbia Center Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 189 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $28

Ride 73 floors in about 70 seconds to Seattle’s Sky View Observatory, 902 feet above downtown. You’ll get 360-degree views of Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, the Olympics, San Juan Islands, and the Space Needle. Digital displays, murals, and optional café vouchers help you make sense of the view.

“Even though it was cloudy I still was able to see Mt Ranier. Also learned about the history of Seattle.”

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13.Osaka: Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory E-Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 169 reviews · 1 day

Head to Tennoji for a one-day admission to Abeno Harukas 300. Ride the glass-roof elevator to the 60th-floor viewing deck, enjoy Osaka views by day or night, visit the 58th-floor outdoor plaza, and explore the building’s shops and 16th-floor Art Museum.

“Definitiv ein Besuch wert. Unvergleichliche Aussicht selbst am Tag. Nachts natürlich jedoch am Besten. Teils sehr voll,da viele Leute Fotos machen und damit bestimmte Bereiche blockieren. Manche Aussichtspunkte waren abgesperrt,wegen Aktionen und dergleichen. Sitzgelegenheiten gab es,diese waren aber schnell alle besetzt. Sehr gut organisiert und selbst Stamps gibt es vor Ort. Würde jederzeit wieder dort hin.”

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14.Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · from $12

Enter the Burke Baker Planetarium at Houston’s Museum of Natural Science for one 20-minute dome show. High-resolution projections carry you past planets, galaxies, and asteroid fields. Show choices vary by date and include Black Holes, Passport to the Universe, and Lamps of Atlantis. The planetarium is wheelchair accessible, and the final show begins at 5 PM.

“Great i haven’t been since I was a kid. Really enjoyed”

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15.Jasper Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 118 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

Spend 90 minutes at Jasper Planetarium and Jasper Park Lodge learning about First Nations constellations, the Milky Way, auroras, and the edge of the universe. Then visit powerful telescopes for possible views of planets and nebulae. Cloudy skies bring a live 4K backup program, plus real Moon and Mars rocks to touch.

“Although we saw limited stars because of the cloud coverage the guides were all so enthusiastic and knowledgable, thoroughly enjoyed the experience! And will be back with our free rain check ticket with better weather!”

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