Princess Sirindhorn AstroPark
(Princess Sirindhorn AstroPark)
NARIT’s Headquarters is the main staging ground where we carry out our five primary missions : Frontier Research in Astronomy, Space Science and Atmospheric Science; Frontier-research-driven Advanced Technology and Engineering Development; Technology and Knowledge Transfers to Private and Industrial Sectors for Commercialization; Expanded International and Domestic Networking and Collaborations; Learning Innovation and Communication to the Public for Life-long Learning Empowerment. Construction began in 2012, and the park opened in 2020.
Center of excellence in astronomical research and development for Thailand and Southeast Asia. A collection of arts, sciences, technology and related innovations.
A place to study, research, incubate and foster researchers in astrophysics.
An information center, training, transferring astronomical technology and organizing astronomical activities. The most complete astrophysical attraction in Thailand.
Area
83,200 square meters.
Opened
Year 2020
Office hours
NARIT Headquarters
(Closed Saturday, Sunday)
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Planetarium & Exhibition
(Closed Monday)
Tuesday - Friday
09:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 05:00 p.m.
and Public holiday
NARIT Headquarters
contains Astronomical Laboratories, Optical Laboratory, Center for Information Technology, Center for Astronomy Education and Public Engagement, Astronomical Library and Archives Center and Office of Director
Planetarium and exhibition
comprises a planetarium, equipped with digital FullDome DX4 with a 17-m diameter screen offering 160 seats capacity, complete with its interactive exhibition and NSM science square within the compound.
Public Observatory
The observatory compound consists of a 5.4-m clamshell dome made of fiberglass that fully opens to enable all-sky observations to the installed 0.7-m telescope. It also houses a sliding roof observatory that offers several other telescopes for public night viewing.
Advanced Mechanical Manufacturing Center
comprises of Mechatronics Laboratory, High Precision Machining Laboratory
Thin-Film Technology Laboratory
comprises of Mirror Coating Laboratory
Advanced Innovation Center
A facility for advanced technology and engineering development,comprises of Thai Space Consortium Laboratory and a Clean room for Radio Frequency Technology, Space Technology and Atmospheric Science Development.
Prototype and Technology Incubation Center
A facility for technical engineering and prototype development, comprises of Mechatronics Laboratory, Centre of Radio Observatories Operations and Engineering, and Prototype Engineering Laboratories.
Multipurpose activity area
Walking and cycling paths around the park with opportunities to learn about astronomy from solar system models, as well as an activity plaza for astronomical and various outdoor activities. Open to the general public for relaxation and exercise.
Services
Planetarium and Exhibition
Planetarium
Planetarium Showtimes
Tuesday - Friday
11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m.
and Public holidays
School / Institution
Tuesday - Friday
9:30 a.m. | 03:00 p.m.
*English Program only Fridays at 11:00 a.m.
Planetarium Admission Fee
General Public
50 Bath
Students
30 Bath
More Information
Telephone
(+66) 84-0882261
Line ID
@narit.astropark
Astronomy Exhibition
Basic Astronomy & Astronomy Insight
Tuesday - Friday
09:00 a.m. - 16:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Admission Fee
Free
Observatory
NARIT Public Night
Every Saturday night
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
(November - May)
Free
Gallery