PlanetUm is a popular science centre located at the passenger dock on the long pier. At the end of the pier are two photogenic lighthouses, which are among the symbols of Burgas and can be reached in 3 minutes on foot from PlanetUm.

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The name PlanetUm comes from the Earth-shaped planetarium building that houses the science centre.

What will you see at PlanetUm?

The science centre is designed for all ages, however the attractions and installations are more likely to appeal to younger viewers between the ages of 8 and 15.

The many interactive installations, experiments and attractions are divided into three categories.

  • Innovations
  • Energy
  • Discoveries

Detailed descriptions of the attractions can be found on the official website planetum.bg.

The science centre includes, of course, the planetarium, after which the entire institution is named.

Admission and opening hours

Open from May to September every day from 10:00-20:00.

From October to April it is open only Wednesday-Sunday from 10:00-18:30

Ticket prices are as follows:

  • 7 bgn - Adults
  • 5 bgn - young people under 26 years of age

Lighthouse Pier

Walk just 3 minutes to the end of the pier, from where you can reach the two iconic harbour lighthouses.

There are also beautiful views of the industrial setting of the cargo port, which is the second largest in Bulgaria after Varna.

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