Planetario Alfa, Monterrey

Name: Planetario Alfa
Address: Avenida Roberto Garza Sada No. 1000, Monterrey, 66254, Mexico
Telephone: +52 81 8303 0001

#12 among attractions in Monterrey

Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums

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Facts and practical information

Alfa Planetarium was a planetarium located in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. This institution was created by ALFA in 1978 to promote science and technology in Latin America. It included an interactive science museum, an Omnimax system cinema, an aviary and an area for temporary exhibits and events. The Alfa Planetarium was one of the most visited cultural centers in Mexico. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 25°38'11"N, 100°21'29"W

Address

Avenida Roberto Garza Sada No. 1000Monterrey 66254 Mexico

Contact

+52 81 8303 0001

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Monterrey

Day trips

Planetario Alfa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio del Obispado, Plaza Fiesta San Agustín, Basilica of Guadalupe, Puente de la Unidad.

2.7 miN
Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, Baroque architecture
Palacio del Obispado, Monterrey
70 min walk • Perched atop a hill in the bustling city of Monterrey, Mexico, the Palacio del Obispado stands as an emblem of historical grandeur and cultural significance. This baroque-style palace, built in the 18th century, is one of the city's oldest and most important landmarks...
1.6 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Plaza Fiesta San Agustín, Monterrey
41 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Monterrey, Plaza Fiesta San Agustín stands as a premier shopping center that caters to the diverse needs of its visitors. With its expansive array of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment venues, this bustling hub has become a...
3.1 miNE
Church
Basilica of Guadalupe, Monterrey
78 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Monterrey, Mexico, stands the Basilica of Guadalupe, a revered church that serves as a spiritual beacon to the faithful. This religious edifice is not only a place of worship but also a significant architectural marvel that attracts...
2.6 miNW
Bridge
Puente de la Unidad, Monterrey
66 min walk • Puente de la Unidad or Viaducto de la Unidad is a cantilever spar cable-stayed bridge designed by Óscar Bulnes that crosses the Santa Catarina River and connects the cities of Monterrey and San Pedro Garza García in the Mexican state of Nuevo León.
1.7 miNE
Skyscraper
Torre Avalanz, Monterrey
44 min walk • The Torre Avalanz is a skyscraper building located in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, Mexico. Its height is 548 ft. as the building has 43 floors, four are below ground, and 39 are above ground.
2.3 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
La "M", Monterrey
58 min walk • The Cerro de Chipinque is a mountain in the San Pedro Garza García, Monterrey and Santa Catarina municipalities; state of Nuevo León, Mexico. The mountain is part of the Sierra Madre Oriental range and the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park. The summit reaches 2,229 meters above sea level.
2.6 miNW
Park
Oficinas en el Parque Torre 2, Monterrey
68 min walk • Oficinas del Parque Torre 2, it is one of Monterrey's tallest skyscrapers. Its construction began in 1996 and finished two years later, in 1998.
3.2 miNE
Bridge
El Puente del Papa, Monterrey
83 min walk • El puente del Papa is a bridge located in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, across the usually dry Río Santa Catarina. It took its name when Pope John Paul II offered a Catholic mass over the bridge.
2.9 miN
Panoramic views above Monterrey
Mirador del Obispado, Monterrey
73 min walk • The Mirador del Obispado is located at the top of the Cerro del Obispado in the northern city of Monterrey, Mexico. It features the biggest bandera monumental in Mexico.
3 miNE
Church
Old Basilica of Guadalupe, Monterrey
76 min walk • The Old Basilica of Guadalupe is a Roman Catholic apostolic building in Monterrey, Nuevo León state, México. It is located in the metropolitan area, just outside the city's downtown.
2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Cerro de la Loma Larga, Monterrey
53 min walk • Cerro de la Loma Larga, or Loma Larga, is a lower extension of the Sierra Madre Oriental, particularly of Cerro de las Mitras. located in the Monterrey, Nuevo León metropolitan area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Planetario Alfa open?

Planetario Alfa is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 2:30 pm - 7 pm
Wednesday 2:30 pm - 7 pm
Thursday 2:30 pm - 7 pm
Friday 2:30 pm - 7 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 7 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 7 pm

How to get to Planetario Alfa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Planetario Alfa:

Bus

Alfinso Reyes- Lopez Mateos UDEM • Lines: Alfonso Reyes -Lopez Mateos UDEM (15 min walk)
Alfonso Reyes - Lopez Mateos UDEM B • Lines: Adolfo Reyes - Lopez Mateos UDEM (15 min walk)