Quiet Hours
Once a month, from 13.00 to 18.00, Quiet Hours are observed in the Copernicus Exhibitions. During this time, loud exhibits are switched off, and a quieter show is presented in the High Voltage Theatre. Devices emitting harsh or strobe lighting are separated from other exhibits and clearly marked.
This is the best time to visit Copernicus for people on the autism spectrum and those living with epilepsy. Check the 2026 Quiet Hours dates.
Rules of admission
A ticket to the Copernicus Exhibitions entitles you to one-time entry to the exhibition area. It means that after leaving this area through the gates, you won’t be able to return. In order to enter and to exit the Copernicus exhibition area, you need the gate reader to read the ticket QR code.
Group tickets combining a visit to the Exhibitions with a visit to the Planetarium / with a visit to the laboratories (workshops in the laboratories are conducted only in Polish)entitle you to enter the exhibition area twice.
Membership in the Membership entitles you to enter the exhibition area two times.
We welcome you to the building without pets. The only exceptions are guide dogs and assistance dogs.
How long does it take to see everything?
At Copernicus, within the exhibition area, there are over 400 exhibits. You need about 5 hours to see them all, but it can be done within 3 hours.
The ticket to the exhibitions allows the groups also to see shows at the Robotic Theatre and at the High Voltage Theatre (shows are conducted only in Polish and last around 20 min).
Additionally, with separate tickets, the groups can attend our laboratories (workshops in the laboratories are conducted only in Polish and last 2 h) or see a show at the Planetarium (45–50 min).
Entrance to Planetarium
A separate, river facing entrance leads to the Planetarium building. Upon entering the projection room, present your ticket to our Explainer.
You will not be allowed in after the start of the show. It's best to show up 10 minutes early. We will not accept a ticket return or exchange if you are late.
Are there guides at Copernicus?
There are no guides at Copernicus and you set the visiting route yourself. However, there are explainers, dressed in red shirts, at the exhibitions, who know everything about the exhibits. They explain the way each device works and tell you about the phenomena, that these exhibits represent.
Find out more about how to visit Copernicus.