Visiting ESA's Centre for Earth observation
General information on guided tours
Are you interested in learning more about ESA's Centre for Earth Observation, its programmes and space in general? We offer a variety of tailored visits for individuals and students.
The details on how to register for the different types of visits can be found below.
GENERAL PUBLIC VISITS
We are pleased to announce that ESA is opening its doors to the public, offering the opportunity to visit its Earth Observation Multimedia Centre comprising an Earth data visualisation centre (Φ-Experience), a long-term data preservation exhibit area (Heritage Missions Walkthrough) and a permanent exhibition (Memorabilia Wall).
More information on what you will see during the visit can be found on this link: ESA - Earth Observation Multimedia Centre
Please be informed that registration is mandatory. Only registered participants will be able to access the ESA site.
To register your participation and to view the available dates, please click on the following link: EARTH OBSERVATION MULTIMEDIA CENTRE - Guided Tours
Kindly take note of the important and useful instructions provided on the registration page.
Additional Details
Participation: Mandatory registration
Frequency: Once per month on dedicated days
Duration: 1 hour
Language: Italian
Available Time Slots:
16:30 - 17:30 tailored for families with children aged 7 years upwards (this tour is not suitable for younger children)
17:00 - 18:00 tailored for families with children aged 7 years upwards (this tour is not suitable for younger children)
17:30 - 18:30 tailored for adults
18:00 - 19:00 tailored for adults
At the end of the visit you will have the opportunity to visit the ESA Space Shop.
Cancelling your Visit
If you have a change of plan and need to cancel your registration, please open the confirmation email, click on Edit your information and then select 'NO' to the following question: I will participate – NO.
Contact Details
If you have any problems with your registration please contact: ESRIN.Visits.Coordinator@esa.int
EDUCATIONAL VISITS
Onsite Educational Visits
ESA's Centre for Earth Observation offers the opportunity for middle school, high school and university students to visit its facilities (aged 14 years upwards only). During the visit, students will learn all about ESA, its programmes and space. Visits will be offered either in English or Italian upon request.
How to register
To request an Onsite Educational visit to ESA, please send an email enquiry to: contactesrin@esa.int.
Please be informed that priority will be given to schools from ESA's Member States*
Online Educational Visits
ESA's Centre for Earth Observation also offers middle and high school students the possibility to visit our facilities virtually. Although the experience is not the same as an in-person visit to our establishment, this interactive and lively online experience allows students to learn all about ESA, its programmes and space. Visits will be offered in either English or Italian upon request.
How to register
To request an online virtual educational visit to ESA, please send an email enquiry to: contactesrin@esa.int.
Various slots are available each week. Please be informed that priority will be given to schools from ESA's Member States*
What is required?
It is essential to have a good internet connection as well as a large enough screen for the information to be displayed and seen properly by the group.
For any additional information, please contact: contactesrin@esa.int
*ESA Member States:
Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.
*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States