All astronomy museums to visit in Spain

Journey through the cosmos at 19 astronomy museums in Spain. Discover the wonders of the universe, from stars and planets to galaxies and beyond.

Are you a stargazer eager to learn more about the universe? These are the best astronomy museums in Spain:

  1. CosmoCaixa Barcelona1

    CosmoCaixa Barcelona

     Barcelona
    The building in which the CosmoCaixa in Barcelona is situated features hands-on exhibitions inside. It also includes a planetarium. You can experience the environment of Amazon rainforest with more than a hundred living species such as birds, insects, frogs and even alligators. The Hall of Matter is
  2. Science Museum2

    Science Museum

     A Coruña
    La Casa de las Ciencias, located in the Santa Margarita Park in the city of La Coruña, is a scientific cultural museum. It was established in 1983 and has since been a hub for scientific and technological education and communication for citizens of all ages. The museum organizes exhibitions, conferences, awards, courses, projections, and editions, and collaborates with the media in scientific dissemination tasks.
  3. Museum of Science and the Cosmos3

    Museum of Science and the Cosmos

     San Cristóbal de La Laguna
    The Museum of Science and the Cosmos, located in the city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna on Tenerife island, is a renowned institution dedicated to the fields of astronomy, technology, and science. It is situated in the Spanish Canary Islands of Macaronesia, making it a unique destination for those interested in these disciplines.
  4. San Pedro Cultural4

    San Pedro Cultural

     Becerril de Campos
    San Pedro Cultural is a unique monument that was inaugurated on March 19, 2015. It was built from the ruins of the Church of San Pedro in the town of Becerril de Campos. This town was declared the most beautiful village in Spain by internet users in 2016. This makes it a significant location for tourists who are interested in history, architecture, and natural beauty.
  5. Valladolid Science Museum5

    Valladolid Science Museum

     Valladolid
    The Valladolid Science Museum, which opened its doors in May 2003, is a unique blend of history and modernity. The museum is housed in a former flour mill, a nod to the city's industrial past. The design of the museum was entrusted to renowned architects Rafael Moneo and Enrique de Teresa, who skillfully incorporated elements of the old industrial complex into the new Science Museum.
  6. Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología6

    Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología

     Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
    Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología (The Elder Museum of Science and Technology) is a center for science in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It is housed in the Elder building, which was owned by a former shipping company, and dates from the late 19th century. The museum has 4,600 square metres of
  7. Pamplona Planetarium7

    Pamplona Planetarium

     Pamplona
    The Pamplona Planetarium, inaugurated on November 26, 1993, serves as a cultural center for scientific and technological dissemination. It was established by the Government of Navarra, through the Department of Education and Culture, and co-financed by the Savings Bank of Navarra. The planetarium is managed by the public company Navarra de Infraestructuras de Cultura, Deporte y Ocio S.L.
  8. Planetarium Aragon8

    Planetarium Aragon

     Huesca
    The Aragonese Astronomical Center, located near the city of Huesca in the Walqa Technology Park, is a planetarium and observatory dedicated to the study of the Universe and celestial bodies. This location offers a unique opportunity for tourists to delve into the mysteries of the cosmos, learn about celestial bodies, and gain a deeper understanding of our place in the Universe.
  9. Science Museum of Castilla La Mancha9

    Science Museum of Castilla La Mancha

     Cuenca
    The museum's most significant collection is the fossils from the Las Hoyas paleontological site. This collection comprises 14,000 pieces and 24 holotypes, making it a rich source of information for those interested in paleontology.
  10. L'Hemisfèric10

    L'Hemisfèric

     Valencia
    L'Hemisfèric was designed by Santiago Calatrava and built in 1998, and was the first building of the whole Arts and Science complex. Both the cinema and planetarium housed here use IMAX technologies, which create an interactive experience for its visitors on science and technology. Movies screened a
  11. Principe Felipe Science Museum11

    Principe Felipe Science Museum

     Valencia
    The Prince Felipe Science Museum (Museo de las Ciencias Príncipe Felipe ) is a museum in Valencia that is dedicated to science, technology and the environment. The museum is part of the complex known as the City of Arts and Sciences of the city of Valencia. The museum has a total of 26,000 sqm of ex
  12. La Casa de la Ciencia - Science Museum12

    La Casa de la Ciencia - Science Museum

     Seville
    La Casa de la Ciencia - Science Museum (The House of Science Museum) is a centre/museum for popularizing science in Seville and is part of the State Agency for Higher Council of Scientific Research (CSIC). It is located in the Pavilion of Peru of the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and aims to be
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    NASA Space Station Madrid

     Robledo de Chavela
    The Madrid Deep Space Communications Complex (MDSCC), located in Robledo de Chavela, is a facility of the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA), in collaboration with NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA). This complex is part of the Deep Space Network and the European VLBI Network. It was established in 1961 with the installation of its first antenna for the Mariner Program.
  14. Madrid Planetarium14

    Madrid Planetarium

     Madrid
    The Madrid Planetarium is a planetarium that belongs to the Madrid City Council, designed by the Madrid architect Salvador Pérez Arroyo. The planetarium is located in the Enrique Tierno Galván Park. It offers free outdoor days and has individual and group sessions on astronomy.
  15. Centro De Ciencia Principia15

    Centro De Ciencia Principia

     Málaga
    The Science Center "Principia" (Centro De Ciencia Principia) is an interactive science museum in Malaga. It consists of the "Faraday Room" with experiments with a digital planetarium star projector, the "Tomás Hormigo Room" with over 80 interactive modules and an astronomical observatory.
  16. José Segrelles House-Museum16

    José Segrelles House-Museum

     Albaida
    The Segrelles Museum is a tribute to the life and work of the Valencian painter Josep Segrelles. It is situated in the city of Albaida, in the province of Valencia, Spain. The museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the artistic journey of this renowned artist.
  17. Castillo de Hornos de Segura17

    Castillo de Hornos de Segura

     Hornos
    The Hornos Castle, a 13th-century fortress, is situated in the village of Hornos, nestled within the Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park in Jaén, Spain. This historical site is a testament to the complex border disputes that took place in the region from the 12th to the 14th century. The castle's primary role was to protect the population and relay messages from the Guadalquivir high valley transmitted by the Bujarcaiz and Bujaraiza Castle towers. It is located at the highest point of the rocky hill on which the village is built.
  18. Castellón Planetarium18

    Castellón Planetarium

     la Plana
    The building of the Castellón Planetarium is situated in the Grao de Castellón, just a few meters away from Pinar Beach. The planetarium is easily recognizable from the outside due to its prominent 25-meter dome, which houses the projection room.
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    Museo de la Ciencia y El Agua

     Murcia
    Museo de la Ciencia y El Agua (the Museum of Science and Water) is a science related museum in Murcia that houses various scientific collections. The museum features four different sections, namely: the water room (sala del agua), the temporary room (sala temporal), the discovery and imagination roo