Activities at the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències for the total solar eclipse

Come along and take part in the activities at the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències, the City of Arts and Sciences, in the lead-up to the total solar eclipse on 12 August. During the eclipse, València is set to become a key spot for astrotourism.

The eclipse at the City of Arts and Sciences

• Premiere at the Hemisfèric (28 April): step into the film “Eclipse. El momento de la totalidad”, a visual journey using real images and fulldome technology to explore the movement between the Sun and the Moon. The session also includes the short film The Incredible Sun, which offers a closer look at our star’s activity.

• European Space Agency talk (28 April): astronomer Pedro García Lario will be at the Hemisfèric to explain the rare sequence of eclipses that Spain will experience between 2026 and 2028.

• Solar observation with telescopes (21 July): one of the most anticipated activities, this free event takes place in the Umbracle’s Astronomy Garden. You’ll be able to observe the Sun safely with expert guidance, getting a sense of the scale of what’s to come in August.

• Talk with experts (21 July): specialist Nacho Pérez will give a talk at the Science Museum, rounding off the day and helping you make sense of what you’ve seen.

The eclipse in València is set to be a real highlight, with plenty going on for those interested in science—take a look at these activities and get involved!

Other questions about the activities at the City of Arts and Sciences for the eclipse

Is it safe to watch the eclipse from the Science Museum?

To watch the eclipse from any location, you’ll need to use special eclipse glasses with the appropriate filter. Avoid using uncertified alternatives or regular sunglasses, and take extra care with children, as no one should look directly at the sun.

What time does the solar eclipse start in València on 12 August?

At around 19:35, the Moon’s shadow will begin to move across the Sun, with totality reached at approximately 20:30.