Nicosia · Episkopio (Nicosia district)
The Cyprus Planetarium
Cyprus’s first planetarium, with dome shows under a full-sky screen, VR space films, an observatory and space-themed family events.
Kids 5–11 · Teens 12+
Tickets are sold per show or experience; check the planetarium’s programme for current prices.
Fun parks & shows, Museums
All year; a good choice for hot or rainy days.
Standard hours are Tuesday–Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday–Sunday 10:00–19:00; closed Mondays. Private events can change this.
2–3 hours
Indoor
Stavrou Stylianidi, Episkopio 2642, Nicosia district
Car or tour
About The Cyprus Planetarium
The Cyprus Planetarium calls itself the largest planetarium in the Eastern Mediterranean. The main attraction is its immersive dome theatre, where shows take you through the solar system and the night sky.
Around the dome there is a VR hall with 360° films and games, a helioscope for safe views of the Sun, a gyroscope and a café and restaurant. On some evenings the observatory opens for guided stargazing, and weekends often bring family events with workshops and talks.
What kids love, facilities and tips
What kids love
- Lying back under the dome as the stars move overhead
- Virtual reality space trips
- Looking at the Sun safely through the helioscope
- Stargazing nights with real telescopes
Facilities
- Dome theatre
- VR hall
- Café and restaurant
- Gift shop
Tips for parents
- Book dome shows in advance at weekends and in school holidays.
- Check which shows are in English before you book.
- Evening stargazing depends on clear skies.
Getting there
Car or tour
Episkopio is about 20 minutes’ drive south-west of central Nicosia. Buses to the village are infrequent, so most families drive or take a taxi.
Directions to The Cyprus Planetarium (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Taxi or car
For farm parks, waterparks out of town and mountain trips, a taxi or hire car is usually quicker with children and car seats.
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The Cyprus Planetarium with kids: questions
Is The Cyprus Planetarium free?
No. Tickets are sold per show or experience; check the planetarium’s programme for current prices.
What ages is The Cyprus Planetarium good for?
It suits kids (5–11), teens (12+). Plan on 2–3 hours for a visit.
How do you get to The Cyprus Planetarium?
Episkopio is about 20 minutes’ drive south-west of central Nicosia. Buses to the village are infrequent, so most families drive or take a taxi.
When is the Cyprus Planetarium open?
Its standard hours are Tuesday to Friday 09:00–18:00 and weekends 10:00–19:00, and it is closed on Mondays. Private events can change this, so check before you go.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-09. Prices, hours and seasons change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
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