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Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome

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The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome presents an audio and visual experience of the planets, stars and galaxies, showcasing different themes throughout the year.

It is the most technologically advanced digital full-dome theatre and research facility on the African Continent. With thousands of visitors who have been amazed by the immersive multi-sensory experience, it is a must visit.

This world-class, multifunctional facility brings digital technology to Cape Town, creating a space of innovation and discovery where art, science and entertainment meet. This facility not only provides an immersive multi-sensory edutainment platform for artistic production – it is also used for cutting-edge scientific research to optimize South Africa’s eResearch and data visualization capacity.

The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome makes virtual voyages of the universe possible, providing an unparalleled experience of animation and 360◦ cinema. It also explores the inner workings of the human body, or the intricacies of an atomic structure.


Date: Tuesdays to Sundays

Time: 9am to 5pm

Price: R70 - R100pp (adults) | R40 - R100pp (Ages 5 to 17, students and pensioners)


Venue address: 25 Queen Victoria St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town

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Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Accessibility details: The museum is wheelchair accessible from the parking to all of its various levels.


Website: https://www.iziko.org.za/museums/planetarium

Tel: +27 21 481 3800

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izikomuseumssa/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/izikoplanetarium/

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