The Planetarium am Insulaner in Berlin’s Schöneberg district is a beloved cultural and educational venue, located at the foot of the Insulaner hill alongside the Wilhelm-Foerster Observatory. Opened in 1965, it quickly became a hub for immersive astronomy experiences, featuring a 20-meter dome and a Zeiss Vb star projector capable of simulating the night sky in stunning detail. Over the decades, it welcomed more than six million visitors with its 360-degree fulldome shows, live lectures, music performances, and children’s programs. As of July 2023, the planetarium is closed for extensive renovations and will be transformed into a future-oriented science education center.
Berlin GermanyThe Planetarium am Insulaner is located at Munsterdamm 90, 12169 Berlin, at the base of the Insulaner hill in the Schöneberg district. Currently, the planetarium is closed for extensive renovations and modernization since July 2023, with plans to reopen as a future-oriented educational center. Despite the closure, the location remains notable for its immersive 360-degree star shows, live astronomical lectures, music events, and children’s programs, which have traditionally attracted visitors seeking both entertainment and education under the artificial domed sky. The planetarium and observatory are set within green parkland atop the Insulaner hill, offering walking paths and panoramic views over southern Berlin. Nearby attractions include the Science Center Spectrum, Museum of Technology, Papestrasse SA Prison Memorial, and the Nature Park Schöneberger Südgelände, making the area a hub for science enthusiasts and families. Easy connections by bus (M76, 170, 187, 246) and S-Bahn (S2, S25) connect the site to central Berlin.