Gottlieb Planetarium at Union Station in Kansas City-Kansas City MO-Plan etarium Science City Museum

Right in the heart of the city's attractions, Gottlieb Planetarium at Union Station in Kansas City promises to recreate the night sky in all its glory for visitors. Part of Union Station's Science City complex, Science City ticket admission includes a trip to the Planetarium, or separate tickets to the Planetarium can be purchased for less than $10 with discounts for seniors and small children.

Planetarium shows run six days a week. Monday there are no shows. The shows run between 20 - 50 minutes, and showing up at least 10 minutes before a scheduled show makes the production team happy as everyone can be seated on time. Programs for the shows have included Stars of Wonder, Black Holes, Legends of the Night Sky and seasonal tours of the starscape. The timing of shows and the subject matter changes regularly, depending on the time of year and available shows.

The Gottlieb Planetarium has been recently renovated, so visitors now experience a new 360 degree domed watching experience. The shows have received positive reviews from home school groups, parenting organizations, and educators. Interesting to all but the smallest children, the planetarium shows blend color, sound and light to entertain all ages, even if the youngest star watchers aren't strictly adhering to the educational script.

Group tours and birthday events can be arranged; contact the Science City main museum office to make plans as needed. Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more, and assistance is available for those with children with special needs. On the west side of Union Station, parking is free for the first three hours, and after that a fee of $1 per hour will be assessed. Most groups can see the planetarium and a show in 2 hours or less if they are not taking in the other Science City exhibits, making this a very economical and educational out choice.