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Zeiss Planetarium Jena
Best time to visit
Evening performances offer the most atmospheric shows, ideal for laser concerts and live-star tours. Weekdays are quieter than weekends, arrive 15-20 minutes early to get good seats.
Budget tips
Adult tickets typically run €6–€10, with reduced fares for students and children; buy tickets online in advance to avoid sold-out shows and sometimes save a euro or two.
Recommended for
Families with children, Astronomy and science enthusiasts, Students and educators
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Korte feiten: The starry sky is projected with precision optics so that over 4,500 points sparkle like real stars and planetary orbits can be clearly tracked. During presentations, often accompanied by a calm narration and atmospheric music, you experience an intense, almost tangible vastness of the cosmos.
Hoogtepunten: A special experience is the evening show, which lasts about 45 minutes and in which special 360-degree audio and changing light tones bathe the dome in a deep blue glow. During the projection you feel the slight vibration of the room and notice pinpoint movements when familiar constellations like Orion and Cassiopeia are named and highlighted.
Insider tips
- Dress in layers, the dome auditorium can feel cool even on warm days.
- Arrive 15-20 minutes early to choose central seats about halfway back for the best immersive view.
- Check the show's language before booking and book English-language or narrated programs if you prefer.
- Avoid front-row seats, where the dome curvature makes projections harder to follow; flash photography and tripods are not allowed.
Klik om een GRATIS wandeltocht te boeken in Jena, Germany
De beste manier om een stad te ervaren met een lokale gids.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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