Visiting Hours
Notice: In the interest of public health, the planetarium is currently closed for public presentations.
However, when we do reopen, the planetarium will be open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays for the following showtimes:
- Fridays, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
- Saturdays, 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Group Rates
Group rates to the planetarium for schools and private groups can be arranged by advanced registration. To request a group tour, please the appropriate page below for detailed information:
School Field Trip Request
Private Group Reservation
We accept cash, checks or credit cards upon arrival with ID.
Admission Rates
Regular Planetarium Shows
- Adults (13 to 59): $6
- Children (4 to 12): $4
- Seniors (60+): $4
- Active Military and Veterans: $4 with valid ID
- UF Students and Staff: $4 with current Gator1 ID
- Toddlers and Infants (3 and under): Free
- SF Students, Faculty, Staff, and Retirees: Free with current SF ID
Music 360 Cosmic Concerts
- All tickets: $10
Directions
Kika Silva Pla Planetarium
The Kika Silva Pla Planetarium is located on SF's Northwest Campus.
3000 NW 83rd Street
Building X-129
Gainesville, FL 32606
Get directions to the planetarium!
Parking
Kika Silva Pla Planetarium shares the parking lot with the Natural Sciences Building X, The Santa Fe College Police Station (Building T) and the Lawrence Tyree Library (Building Y). Guests can park in any parking space as long as its NOT outlined in blue paint or has signs posted for the Reserved Parking.
Disabled spaces are available near the Police Station.
Buses
Buses must park in LOT #10. Please do not allow buses/vehicles to block parking at the Zoo or in front of the Little School.
In case of emergency, these areas should not be blocked at any time.
Overflow Parking
Overflow parking is available across from the street (North Road) in LOT #9.
Closed Dates
- November 28 - Thanksgiving Day
- December 24 - Christmas Eve
- December 25 - Christmas Day