Sudekum Planetarium
4.4(74)4.4 out of 5 stars, 74 reviews Nashville, TN
About Sudekum Planetarium
Sudekum Planetarium offers a mix of engaging interactive science exhibits for hands-on learning and a highly acclaimed laser show experience, described as a 'best hidden secret of Nashville.' The laser shows feature advanced visual effects like projection, wash lights, extra lasers, and haze, with popular themed options such as 'Taylor Swift shows'.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families 'visiting Nashville with kids' looking for an educational and interactive activity.Families/individuals seeking unique 'night shows' or themed entertainment (e.g., 'Taylor Swift shows').Children who enjoy 'exploring and learning from all the interactive exhibits'.**Young Children (0-5 years):** Attracts 'lots of babies' and likely toddlers/preschoolers due to interactive exhibits, though potential for distraction during shows.**Elementary (6-12 years):** Interactive exhibits are good for 'kids' exploring and learning; however, 'older kids' (likely 8+) might not enjoy it as much if crowded with younger children.
Why families love it
- Interactive exhibits for hands-on 'exploring and learning' for kids.
- Highly praised laser shows, considered a 'best hidden secret of Nashville'.
- Laser shows feature advanced visual enhancements: 'added projection and wash lights and extra lasers and haze'.
- Popular themed laser shows, specifically 'Taylor Swift shows', loved by guests.
- Show designer/orchestrator for laser shows is 'amazing at his job'.
- Interactive science exhibits for exploration and learning.
Insider tips
- For a potentially quieter experience for older children or to avoid larger crowds, consider arriving 'when it first opens'.
- Parents of older children or teens should specifically target laser shows (e.g., night shows, Taylor Swift shows) for a more engaging experience.
- Be aware that seating for planetarium events is assigned by staff, so waiting in line may not guarantee preferred seats.
Good to know before you go
- If your 'older kids' are easily bothered by 'lots of babies' or potential distractions during screenings.
- If you expect highly enthusiastic, engaging, or attentive staff, as multiple reviews noted issues with staff personality and customer service.
- If broken exhibits would significantly detract from your family's experience.
- If choosing your own seating for shows is a priority.
- Facility 'needs a bit of updating'.
- Crowds
- Can be busy with 'lots of babies' at certain times, prompting advice to arrive 'when it first opens'.
- Value
- The value proposition is mixed; some reviewers explicitly state 'the price is not worth the trip', citing broken exhibits and poor customer service as detractors. No specific pricing was mentioned.
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations mentioned in the reviews.
- Safety
- No specific safety features mentioned in the reviews.
What parents say
"If you’re visiting Nashville with kids, then make sure to visit the Planetarium! My kids spent a few hours exploring and learning from all the interactive exhibits."
4 months ago
"We've been to a few science museums over the years. This one was nice, but like other reviewers stated, it needs a bit of updating. Lots of babies, so my older kids didn't enjoy it as much. A few parents even brought their babies into the Planetarium for a screening of Night Watch which was slightly distracting but the narrator nipped it in the bud. Overall, we'd come back next time we are in town, but would probably try to get there when it first opens."
2 years ago
"The laser show at Sudukum Planetarium is a best hidden secret of Nashville! The guy who designs and orchestrates the shows is amazing at his job and should get more props for his work! They have added projection and wash lights and extra lasers and haze to go with the high powered laser in the planetarium. We have been many times for the night shows and my Airbnb guests loved the Taylor Swift shows. So glad Nashville has these shows and supports adding to them!"
4 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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