Pilsen Observatory
Hvězdárna Plzeň
An observatory in Pilsen offering public viewings of the sky with its main telescope, educational programs, astronomy clubs for children, and a virtual reality experience. Regular public observations are held on Friday evenings.

🔭 Explore the cosmos at Pilsen Observatory!
🌌 Discover planets, stars, and even walk on Venus in VR.

Why Go

🌠 Observe the night sky with a powerful Schmidt Cassegrain telescope
☀️ View the Sun safely during the day
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Engage in educational programs and astronomy clubs for kids
✨ Experience a unique virtual reality walk on Venus
🗓️ Enjoy public observations every Friday evening
🌧️ Alternative indoor program available during bad weather

Hours

🗓️ Public observations: Every Friday at 20:00 (8 PM)
⚠️ Check their official website for specific opening hours for exhibitions and programs.

Activities

🔭 Night sky and Sun observations
📚 Educational programs, astronomy clubs, preparatory courses
🌌 Mobile telescope viewings in dark sky areas (e.g., Manětín)
🔬 Professional observation of star occultations and Sun's photosphere

What to Expect

🔭 Main telescope: Schmidt Cassegrain 235/2350 mm
🖼️ Exhibition spaces to explore
🪐 Small planetarium for alternative programs
💡 Learn about celestial objects and phenomena

Tags
observatoryastronomyscienceeducationfamily-friendlypublic viewing