The Astrorama is a centre dedicated to scientific outreach in the fields of astronomy and space: observation and introductory evenings, courses, groups (schools, CE, etc.), birthdays, advice and telescope sales.
Parsec is an association of scientific mediation in the fields of Astronomy and Space. It manages a place dedicated to scientific animation Astrorama de la Trinité, where it organises introductory evenings to astronomy as well as courses and activities for school groups, leisure centres and adult groups. school groups, leisure centres and adult groups. The Astrorama can also be privatised for birthdays and festivities organised by works councils, associations or groups of friends, with a programme of activities adapted to each type of
public.
On the programme:
planetarium sessions, observation of the stars with instruments (Sun, Moon, Planets...), discovery of the constellations and associated legends, presentation of the solar system, water rocket launches, etc.
The activities can also be presented outside the Astrorama, in schools, public events, village festivals, companies.
The association, a Medas dealer, also offers help with the purchase of observation equipment: advice, ordering, handling.
Introductory astronomy evenings in principle :
- every Saturday from January to May and from October to December
- Fridays and Saturdays in June and September
- every evening from Tuesday to Saturday in July and August
Introductory astronomy courses for children during each school holiday period.
Groups welcome by reservation.
Included with the French Riviera Pass
Soirée "Ciel ouvert"
Close to Nice, on a belvedere between sea and mountain, the Astorama gives visitors the opportunity to learn about astronomy by attending scientific mediation and discovering the sky through binoculars and telescopes. From 6 years. Register on the website
Furniture
- Car park
Services
- Available for private hire
Adapted tourism
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Pricing
Full price: 12.50 €
Reduced price: 10 €.
Different for different activities. Some examples:
Open Skies" evenings: 11 € / 9 € reduced rate
Evenings " Spectacles aux Etoiles " : 14 € / 11 € reduced rate
Birthdays: 190 € (25 people max)
School activities at the Astrorama (1 class / 2 hours): 170 € (25 people max)
Privatised open sky (50 people max): 500 €.
Introductory astronomy course for 8-14 year olds (3 days): 120 € / child.
Accepted payment methods
- American Express
- Credit card payment
- Bank checks
- Holiday vouchers
- Cash
Opening periods
From 08/01 to 21/12 between 10 am and 5 pm.
Closed Monday and Sunday.
Telephone answering service:
Tuesday to Friday 10am - 5pm
Evenings: see programme
Group visits: by reservation.
