The Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center is located on the University of Nevada campus near downtown Reno. The Planetarium has numerous free science exhibits, a gift shop, a full dome theater that shows star shows and documentaries and some very unusual architecture.
Best and worst time to go to the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
The museum is open every day, but some weekdays can be full of school classes. Some of the best times to go are when the various shows are showing in the full dome theater or during a special star viewing or telescope night.
Must see/do at the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
The shows at the Planetarium are really great, sit in the back rows for the best viewing of shows on space, science and nature. The free exhibits that feature a 6 foot rotating moon are interactive and fun for all ages.
Admission to the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
The admission cost for the exhibits are free. The shows are $7 for adults and teens, $5 for children under 12, seniors 60 and over.
Parking and public transportation to the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
There is space for about 15 cars in the Planetarium parking lot. There is also parking at the nearby Nevada Historical Society. Be sure not to park outside these lots—the University owns these spots and they will ticket if you do not have a permit. The Sierra Spirit bus costs only 25 cents and stops near the museum.
Food at the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
There are no restaurants at the Planetarium, but the University of Nevada Joe Crowley Student Union has several restaurants including Cantina Del Lobo and Starbucks.
Insider tip for visitors to the Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
The gift shop also has some great gift ideas like freeze-dried ice cream and other NASA toys.
Author's bio: Christina Nellemann is a writer and designer living in Reno who really enjoys the star shows (and viewing Saturn through a telescope) at the Planetarium.
