National Planetarium

The National Planetarium is located conveniently inside the Perdana Botanical Garden. It was back in 1993 when the planetarium was first opened to the public. The planetarium has been intelligently designed and structured to mimic a mosque with a blue dome. In order to locate it in the large Perdana Botanical Garden is easy. The National Planetarium sits in between the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park and the National Museum.

There are quite a number of exhibits in the planetarium but the highlight is the mock-up of the inside of the International Space Station which shows the sleeping and toilet arrangement. On display as well is the space suit of the first Malaysian astronaut together with packets of readymade packs of Nasi Lemak which he brought along into space.

At the ground floor of the planetarium are some replicas of observatories used by the Chinese and the Indians during the ancient times. There is also a replica of the Stonehenge but made of fiberglass. The main exhibit at the planetarium is none other than the Omnimax style film which is projected on the interior part of the roof.

Comfortable reclining seats were available for visitors to enjoy the film on the screen. The huge screen where the film was projected on will give visitors an enhanced viewing pleasure while watching the film. On a daily basis, several films are shown. If you have the time, you can stay longer to watch them.

Getting There

The easiest way to get to the National Planetarium is via taxi. But if you want to opt for a cheaper means of transportation, you can take the RapidKL bus (B101 and B112) and get off at the Dayabumi Complex. From the complex, you can walk to the National Planetarium.

If you plan to take the KTM Kommuter, just remember to stop at the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. You will need to walk towards the National Planetarium.

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