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Clark Planetarium, Salt Lake City, UT

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Clark Planetarium

110 S 400 W · Salt Lake City, UT

Why you should go…

Clark Planetarium's exhibit hall is free to explore, with interactive displays on space, motion and the solar system aimed squarely at kids. The attached theater screens giant-screen documentaries and Hollywood films for a small ticket price. It sits a short walk from Temple Square in the heart of downtown.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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