Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome

Refurbished digital planetarium next door to the South African Museum

The Iziko Planetarium, attached to the South African Museum in the Company's Garden, has been completely rebuilt as a digital dome — one of the most advanced in the southern hemisphere. The 8K full-dome projection system delivers a much sharper experience than the old optical projector it replaced.

Daily shows cover the southern night sky, southern hemisphere constellations, astronomy basics and a rotating set of full-dome films. The shows last about 45 minutes and are pitched at a general audience; a separate "Sky Tonight" show explains what you'll see in the actual Cape Town sky that evening. Tickets are inexpensive and bookable on the door.

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