NOW OPEN (with some restrictions) Enjoy an interactive, guided tour with the largest, most powerful telescopes in the Rockies. See amazing views of Jasper’s dark skies, learn about local auroras, hold a meteorite, and more!
- 45 mins Duration 45 mins
- all ages Ages all ages
NOTE: NOTE: As of April 9, 2021, this tour is OPEN and still available BUT with limited seating outside at The Pines Patio — Enjoy an amazing 5-course dinner (with wine pairings) at The Pines Restaurant, followed by guided weather-permitting LIVE telescope views, an ‘instant-replay’ of the sky from our video-based telescope, see how to photograph the Milky Way (upon request), hold a meteorite, make an aurora, and more! (Price does not include GST or gratuity, applied at check-out)
- 2.5 hrs Duration 2.5 hrs
- all ages Ages all ages
OPEN: But limited to 1 household per seating. Join us for a guided ‘tour’ in our 40-seat domed theatre LIVE with our knowledgeable staff. See local constellations, recent views of Jasper’s Northern Lights, the Rockies from space, and more!
- 40 mins Duration 40 mins
- 4+ y/o Ages 4+ y/o
ABOUT US
EXPLORE THE WORLD'S LARGEST ASTRONOMY PARK
Join local astronomy guides for views from the world’s largest accessible dark sky preserve. On-site planetarium staff will share Aboriginal constellation stories, Northern Lights insights, tips on how to photograph the Milky Way and aurora, and hands-on experiences such as the chance to interact with meteorites from our collection. Includes Telescope Experience featuring the largest telescope in the Rockies.
REVIEWS
We visited in June 2019 and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Matthew, Jules and Ahad were great hosts--knowledgable and enthusiastic guides to the stars above Jasper. So many places in the world are filled with light pollution, Jasper is all the more special. If you are in the vicinity don't miss this.
– Jennie B. | Tripadvisor
My husband and I are visiting Banff and Jasper Parks for two weeks to hike and enjoy the scenery. Most nights we are in bed by 10pm, but while staying at the wonderful Alpine Village just outside Jasper Town, we learned about the Jasper Planetarium. The evening includes a 45 minute planetarium show plus an hour outside with huge telescopes looking at the stars - this is a terrific activity for anyone. Call early for the earlier show which fills up fast.
– Joyce K. | Tripadvisor
Jasper Planetarium was an awesome experience....informative and Ahad was a great narrator. The star gazing after was incredible and allows you to see the most stars you've ever seen. Andrew was very knowledgeable and fun to talk to as I went from telescope to telescope
– Joel D. | Tripadvisor
We went two nights in a row and had a great time. The men were very knowledgable and funny. We learned a lot. They had a lot of telescopes and we had a great view of some planets. The deep space telescope was also brilliant. The men were very helpful and patient and helped us making nice photographs. All in all a perfect experience.
– Jacqueline L. | Tripadvisor