Pilsen Observatory
Hvězdárna Plzeň
An observatory in Pilsen offering public sky viewings with a powerful telescope, engaging educational programs, astronomy clubs for children, and a unique virtual reality journey through space.

🔭 Explore the cosmos at Pilsen Observatory, offering public sky viewings, educational programs, and a virtual reality journey.

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
🪐 Explore a small fulldome planetarium
🔭 Mobile telescope viewings in dark sky areas

Tips

Public observations every Friday evening.
Weekday visits for exhibition tours and Sun observation available Mon-Thu by prior appointment.
Alternative indoor program available during bad weather.

Hours

Public observations: Fridays, 6:00 PM (Nov-Feb), 7:00 PM (Mar & Oct), 8:00 PM (Apr-Sep).
Weekday visits: Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (by appointment).