planetario di Ravenna Museum
Public planetarium and science center in Ravenna
Ravenna's planetarium hosts astronomy shows and school programs; visitors come for planetarium presentations, educational events and as part of family outings within Ravenna's museum and mosaic circuit.
planetario di Ravenna at a Glance#
Address: Ravenna (check local listings for exact venue)
Hours: Program-dependent; typically evening and weekend shows - check municipal listings
Admission: Adults ~€3-€5 (varies by program); reduced fares for children/schools; check local listings
About planetario di Ravenna#
The Planetario di Ravenna is a planetarium in Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, located at latitude 44.41374 and longitude 12.20837. It provides public astronomy shows and educational programming.
Audiences encounter a domed projection theatre used for star shows, live presentations, and astronomy education aimed at school groups, families, and the public. Programming typically includes guided tours of the night sky and themed multimedia presentations.
Established to provide science outreach and astronomy education to the city of Ravenna, the planetarium has operated as a local cultural-scientific facility; specific founding dates are not given here.
Situated in the municipality of Ravenna, the planetarium is within the urban area and is accessible from the city center; Ravenna is the nearest major city.
- Function: Operates as a municipal/educational planetarium serving Ravenna and the surrounding province with dome-based shows and astronomy outreach.
How to Get to planetario di Ravenna#
In Ravenna city. Reach by local bus network or a 10-30 minute taxi from the central railway station depending on the planetarium’s exact location. Cycling is popular in Ravenna and often quicker than buses for short trips.
Tips for Visiting planetario di Ravenna#
- Check the planetarium's program in advance - shows are scheduled and often in Italian.
- Arrive early to secure good seats; popular weekend shows can sell out.
- Combine a visit with Ravenna's mosaics on the same day; the two are within cycling or short taxi distance.
Best Time to Visit planetario di Ravenna#
Planetariums are best chosen by program rather than season; check the schedule and book a preferred show.
Weather & Climate near planetario di Ravenna#
planetario di Ravenna's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (668 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 6° | 1° | 40 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Good | 1° - 9° | 3° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 5° - 13° | 8° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.3h |
| May | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 22° | 51 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 46 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 24° | 60 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 2.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 25° | 20° | 70 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 81 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 7° | 2° | 55 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
