Planétarium

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Sciences & Nature

Planétarium

Vaulx-en-Velin · Rhône · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

The Vaulx-en-Velin Planetarium is a science museum dedicated to astronomy and the sciences of the Universe, open since 1995. The facility offers immersive high-definition projections in a room equipped with a 15-meter diameter dome screen, as well as a permanent exhibition of 900 m² organized over two levels, tracing the evolution of the Universe since the Big Bang. Visitors can also participate in laboratories, explore an astronomical garden, and use an observatory for daytime and nighttime observation. The educational offerings are designed for all audiences, from young children to adults, with sessions adapted by age group. The museum welcomes approximately 90,000 visitors annually and complements its permanent offerings with temporary exhibitions dedicated to current scientific themes.

Practical information

Address

Place de la Nation

Phone number

+33 4 78 79 50 13

Official website

planetariumvv.com

Getting there

Nearest station

About 30 min walk from metro Laurent Bonnevay - Astroballe (or 10 min by car).

Parking

On-site parking.

Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026

Galleries nearby: Galerie Saint Hubert (5.1 km), art-69 (5.3 km), Galerie photo Lumière (5.5 km).

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