National Space Centre
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- Museum
Description
Blast off into an unforgettable family adventure at Leicester’s award-winning National Space Centre. Dominating the skyline with its spectacular 42-metre Rocket Tower, this hands-on attraction packs six interactive galleries featuring real meteorites, satellite tech, and authentic lunar rocks. Marvel at an extraordinary space-gear collection, ranging from Tim Peake’s mission suit and Matt Damon’s The Martian costume to Buzz Aldrin’s Apollo 11 moonwalk undergarments.
Every ticket includes a breathtaking show inside the UK’s largest planetarium, the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium, surrounding you with 360-degree cosmic visuals. With Leicester celebrating over 50 years of continuous space innovation and the Centre marking its 25th anniversary with special events, there is no better time to visit. Fuel up at Boosters Café, grab astronomical souvenirs at the shop, and convert your day ticket into a free annual pass to keep exploring all year long.
Info
- City Centre
- Happily Affordable ££
- None
- Background Music
Hours
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 | |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
Location
Address
National Space Centre, Exploration Drive, LE4 5NS
Area
City Centre
Private Hire
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | - | - | - | |||
* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
