Science Experiment

Nehru Planetarium — Sky Theatre Shows

Year-round dome sky-shows and space exhibits at Teen Murti Bhavan, New Delhi, in Hindi and English. Open across August to December; closed Mondays. Tickets from ₹70.

About the event

The Nehru Planetarium offers immersive dome 'Sky Theatre' shows and space exhibits that run all year except Mondays — a dependable August-to-December outing when weather pushes families indoors. Shows use visuals, sound and storytelling to explain the solar system, stars and galaxies in a way that captivates children, and the 3D shows are especially popular. Alongside the theatre, hands-on space models and displays — including a model of the rocket that carried Rakesh Sharma to space — give curious children plenty to explore. The planetarium also runs annual astronomy quizzes and art competitions, including in August. Best enjoyed by children of about four and up; younger siblings are welcome with family.

OUR TIP
Book the 3D show if your child is four or older — it is far more immersive and tends to sell out, so arrive early. Pair the visit with the surrounding Teen Murti grounds for a relaxed half-day.

What to bring

•       Your show tickets (bought on-site before the show)

•       A water bottle, especially in the warmer months

•       A light jacket for the air-conditioned dome

•       Comfortable walking shoes for the exhibits and grounds

•       A small snack for after the show

What to expect

A calm, seated dome show explaining space through visuals and narration, plus a set of hands-on exhibits and models. Each show runs roughly 30–40 minutes. Expect an educational, wonder-driven experience that suits school-age children particularly well, with enough to see for a comfortable half-day.

General guidelines

–      Open all days except Mondays; shows run 11:30 AM–4:00 PM

–      2D shows from ₹70 (child) / ₹100 (adult); 3D shows ₹150 / ₹200

–      Tickets are usually bought on-site — arrive early, especially for 3D

–      Best enjoyed by children 4+; younger kids welcome with family

–      Confirm current show timings on nehruplanetarium.org before visiting