Clark Planetarium has a theater and more than 10,000 square feet (about 930 square meters) of exhibits.
The attractions start in the lobby with Newton’s Daydream, a two-story sculpture with balls moving through mazes. Also on this level is the Science on a Sphere exhibit. Watch weather systems and tectonic plates shift across earth through images projected onto a six-foot (1.8-meter) diameter sphere.
See pictures from the Hubble Space Telescope to get a sense of the earth’s size at the Earth Globe exhibit. Learn about how telescopes are created or imagine walking on the moon at the MoonScape exhibit. Don’t miss seeing a sample of the moon, which is on permanent loan from NASA. Stories and videos about the Apollo moon landings are part of the same exhibit.
Buy a ticket to see a cosmic light show. A series of 45-minute productions were created by the Clark Planetarium and are distributed to planetariums around the world. These shows feature visual effects projected onto a 55-foot (16.8-meter) dome. The theater has a state-of-the-art projection system and powerful surround sound speakers. Take your pick from a range of themed shows that include music by rock bands and documentaries about the universe. See a movie or educational film in the five-story IMAX Theater. The 3-D shows range from children’s programs to classic films.
Clark Planetarium is open 365 days a year. (Check the website for opening hours.) The IMAX Theater has its own entrance and is open daily. Many exhibits in the planetarium are free, but there’s a fee to see IMAX movies and light shows.
Underground parking is available next door at The Gateway shopping center, which offers a discount for Clark Planetarium patrons. The TRAX public transport service from downtown stops at the front door of the planetarium.
Clark Planetarium Tours and Activities
Visit Clark Planetarium
Plan a trip to see Clark Planetarium
The Metropolitan Inn
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2024
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, an IHG Hotel
Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2024
Tours & day trips
See all 69 activitiesOpens in new tabSalt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Winter activities
See all 22 activitiesOpens in new tabAdult Snowboard Rental Package for Snowbasin and Powder Mountain
Private & custom tours
See all 7 activitiesOpens in new tab25+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle
Adventure & outdoor
See all 7 activitiesOpens in new tabeBike City Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 4 activitiesOpens in new tabSalt Lake City Food and Drink Walking Tour
Popular places to visit
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic area.
Church History Museum
Through a series of interactive exhibits, learn about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and discover the stories of its founders.
Salt Lake Assembly Hall
Be awed by the grandeur of one of Salt Lake City’s most important congregation halls and appreciate its Gothic architecture and rough-hewn stonework.
Capitol Theater
Catch a show in this performing arts building that features ballet, opera and musicals.
Salt Lake Tabernacle
Experience the architectural and acoustic wonder of this landmark structure, which has awed visitors and worshippers with its unique design since 1875.
Temple Square
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
Best Lodging Options Near Clark Planetarium
- Vacations and getaways similar to Clark Planetarium
- Other Hotels near Clark Planetarium, Downtown Salt Lake City
- Hotels near popular Salt Lake City Attractions
- The Grand America Hotel
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City-Downtown
- Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown
- Hilton Salt Lake City Center
- Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, an IHG Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown, an IHG Hotel
- Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City - Downtown
- Penthouse loft in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City
- Hotels near University of Utah
- Hotels near Salt Palace Convention Center
- Hotels near Vivint Arena
- Hotels near Temple Square
- Hotels near Conference Center
- Hotels near City Creek Center
- Hotels near USANA Amphitheater
- Hotels near Rice-Eccles Stadium
- Hotels near Maverik Center
- Hotels near Big Cottonwood Canyon
- Hotels near Utah State Fairpark
- Hotels near Utah State Capitol
- Hotels near Gateway Mall
- Hotels near Natural History Museum of Utah